Nutrition Educator - EFNEP Hillsborough County

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); Vor Ort; USD 26.000 - 28.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Florida's EFNEP Hillsborough County is hiring a Nutrition Educator to deliver evidence-based nutrition education through a structured curriculum and community outreach. You will recruit participants, coordinate classes with partners, and maintain confidential records while promoting lasting behavior change.

The role involves travel within the county, occasional overnight trips for statewide training, and the goal of increasing program participation through health fairs and

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver license and reliable daily transportation.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Willing to travel and stand for extended periods.

Aufgaben

• Promotes EFNEP and recruits participants through community outreach.
• Delivers learner-centered nutrition education using approved curricula.
• Plans classes with community partners and coordinates logistics.
• Travels throughout the county to deliver programs; occasional overnight travel.
• Maintains records and reports; ensures participant confidentiality.
• Represents EFNEP at health fairs and outreach events.
• Achieves and maintains food safety certification.
• Flexible schedule as required by program activities.

Kenntnisse

Public speaking

Group facilitation

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Jobbeschreibung

Nutrition Educator - EFNEP Hillsborough County

Job No: 541620

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Hillsborough

Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Veteran's Preference Eligible

Department: 60450000 - AG-EXPANDED NUTRITION PROGRAM

Job Description

Classification Title

Extension Program Ast

Classification Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.

Program Delivery

Promotes EFNEP and recruits eligible youth and adult participants through community outreach and partnerships.

Develops and maintains positive working relationships with community organizations to coordinate nutrition education programs, communicate program expectations, and support participant success.

Deliver engaging, learner-centered, nutrition education using approved, evidence-based curricula that are responsive to participants' age, culture, language, literacy level, and learning needs. Delivers instruction through a structured curriculum consisting of a minimum of six lessons for each participant group to promote lasting behavior change.

Collects required participant information and administers approved evaluation tools to measure program participation, knowledge gain, and behavior change while maintaining participant confidentiality.

Connects participants with Extension programs, community resources, and public assistance programs, including SNAP, when appropriate.

Represents EFNEP at health fairs, community events, and outreach activities to increase program awareness, strengthen partnerships, and recruit participants.

Planning

Plans and coordinates nutrition education programs by scheduling classes with community partners, organizing instructional materials, supplies and equipment, and ensuring classroom logistics support successful program delivery. Adapts activities to meet participant needs while maintaining fidelity to approved curricula and compliance with program requirements.

Training

Participates in orientation, required trainings, and ongoing professional development to strengthen nutrition knowledge, teaching practices, cultural responsiveness, technology skills, and program implementation. Applies supervisor feedback and new learning to improve program quality and participant outcomes.

Travel

Travels throughout the assigned county to conduct nutrition education programs, recruit participants, and participate in required meetings and trainings. Occasional overnight travel is required for annual statewide training.

Reporting

Maintains accurate and timely participant, program, travel, and administrative records in accordance with University, EFNEP, and USDA NIFA requirements. Submits required reports and documentation by established deadlines and protects participant confidentiality. Other duties as assigned.

Nutrition Educator will achieve and maintain food safety certification (SafeStaff).

Normal work schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm. Required work on nights and weekends when assigned due to the nature of the program.

Criminal background check required.

Attachment: EFNEP Core Values.pdf

Expected Salary

$19.20 per hour

The University of Florida offers highly competitive benefits and retirement options, generous leave plans, a health and wellness program that reflects its commitment to qualify of work, and many more competitive perks and rewards.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license and reliable daily transportation

Preferred

• Background in nutrition, health education, or a related field
• Demonstrated ability to teach and facilitate group learning
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills
• Experience working with adults, youth, or limited-resource clients
• Working knowledge of MS Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Demonstrates professionalism, adaptability, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrates effective time management and organizational skills.
• Comfortable speaking with individuals and groups in both in-person and virtual settings.
• Ability to lift and carry teaching materials and/or supplies weighing up to 45 pounds. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time indoors and outdoors while delivering lessons.

This is a time-limited, grant funded position in EFNEP Hillsborough County Extension at 5339 County Road 579, Seffner, FL 33584

This position is eligible for veteran's preference. If you are claiming veteran's preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: No

Applications Close

28 October 2026

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.