Nutrition Program Associate - Greene County

University of Missouri-Columbia; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Missouri seeks an Educational Program Associate III to deliver nutrition and health education across Greene and Lawrence counties. The role collaborates with Regional Extension specialists and presents to diverse audiences, including school districts, with evening and weekend availability.

The position requires an associate degree and possible related experience, with travel across Missouri and a strong focus on community health and outreach.

Qualifications

• An associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience with at least 6 months of related work.
• Preferred: sixty hours of college credit with focus in Nutrition, Education, Public Health, or related fields.
• Community Health Worker Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide educational programs to youth and adults using approved curricula.
• Select activities for audiences from the approved curriculum.
• Collaborate with Extension specialists and community agencies on educational opportunities and PSE initiatives.
• Serve on local school wellness committees as needed.
• Submit reporting and evaluation in a timely fashion.
• Assist individuals in completing SNAP applications.
• Travel and work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Sixty hours college credit

Community Health Worker Certification

Job description

Hiring Department

University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement - Health and Human Sciences Department

Job Description

MU TITLE: Educational Program Associate III

LOCATION: Coverage of Greene and Lawrence Counties - Springfield, MO

The University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement's distinct land-grant mission is to improve lives, communities, and economies by producing relevant, reliable, and responsive educational strategies throughout Missouri. Our dedicated and knowledgeable faculty and staff collaborate with researchers and community leaders to develop and deliver programs that address the needs of Missourians including: educational attainment; environmental concerns; community, economic, business and workforce development; global food systems; and health systems. For more information about MU Extension and Engagement, please visit https://extension.missouri.edu/

Health and Human Sciences Extension programs promote optimal well-being of individuals, families, and communities.

This position will teach basic nutrition, health, physical activity, food resource management, food safety, and food security concepts to Missourians. Can also present at conferences for school districts. Will co-teach programs with a Regional Specialist to audiences that qualify according to program guidance, as requested.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provide educational programs to youth and adults.
• Utilize approved curricula.
• Select appropriate activities for specific audience from the approved curriculum.
• Collaborate with Regional Extension specialists and community agencies who serve limited resource audiences to develop educational opportunities as well as implement policy, systems and environmental (PSE) initiatives.
• Serve on local school wellness committees, as needed.
• Submit reporting and evaluation in a timely fashion.
• Assist individuals in completing SNAP applications.
• Ability to travel and to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends is required to fulfill assigned responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

As with all positions, involvement with other duties and responsibilities may be expected in order to support the mission and purpose of MU Extension.

LEADERSHIP RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Administrative supervision is received from the FNEP Associate Director.

CORE ATTRIBUTES FOR MU EXTENSION FACULTY AND STAFF

Exhibit a high personal standard of excellence, be an effective team player, and demonstrate civility and respect for all.

Engage stakeholders and learners, maintain positive interpersonal relationships, and exhibit effective written and oral communication skills.

Operate with minimal guidance and be a self-directed learner who is flexible and adaptable to changing environments.

UNIVERSITY INFORMATION

The University of Missouri, also known as Mizzou and MU, is the Flagship University of the four-campus University of Missouri system. It is the state's land-grant university and one of the most comprehensive universities in the United States. MU's broad undergraduate programs and its' graduate, professional and research programs attract annual enrollment of more than 30,000 students. MU is centrally located in Columbia, MO, which is consistently ranked as one of America's most livable cities. MU Extension programs are located on all four campuses and in 114 counties and St. Louis city.

Shift

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Ability to travel and to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, is required to fulfill assigned responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

An associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 6 months of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate Degree or sixty (60) hours college credit, with an emphasis in Nutrition, Education, Human Development, Social Work, Consumer & Family Sciences, Public Health, or Communication at time of appointment.

Relevant work experience in Nutrition, Education, Human Development, Social Work, Consumer & Family Sciences, Public Health, or Communication can be substituted at a rate of one (1) year experience is equivalent to five (5) college credits-up to a maximum of ten (10) years. An additional nine (9)-ten (10) college credits will be required.

Community Health Worker Certification

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Grade: GGS-007

University Title: Educational Program Associate III

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Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.