Program Specialist I - LEAP (Part-Time)

Iowa State University - College of Design; Michigan; On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Wellbeing program

WorkFlex options

Job summary

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach seeks a Program Specialist I for the Leveraging Activities and Partnerships to Address Obesity (Iowa LEAP) project in Clinton County. The role supports county activities, leads coalitions, and coordinates community health initiatives under a fixed-term schedule.

The position is part-time (20 hours/week) with local travel and benefits eligibility, ending 9/29/2027 with potential renewal. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required for candidacy.
• Experience with multi-level nutrition, food, or physical activity initiatives preferred.
• Experience collecting and retrieving data for program reports desired.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage day-to-day activities of the Iowa LEAP project in Clinton County.
• Lead coalition meetings and subgroup planning sessions.
• Conduct community assessments (e.g., Walkability Audits, Food Service Guidelines).
• Develop and execute local communication campaigns.
• Build and maintain relationships with local partners to support community health initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement nutrition and physical activity strategies.
• Collect and report program data for monthly and annual CDC reporting.
• Participate in statewide training, technical assistance, and Extension events.

Skills

Valid US Driver's License

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health / Nutrition / related field

Job description

Position Title

Program Specialist I - LEAP (Part-Time)

Job Group

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

Special Required Qualifications

• Valid U.S. Driver's License

Job Description

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: Are you looking for a benefits-eligible role that supports your well-being while making a difference? Do you want to see the real-world impact of your work on individuals and the broader community? If so, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is seeking qualified candidates for a Program Specialist I with the Leveraging Activities and Partnerships to Address Obesity (Iowa LEAP) project team! This individual will support Clinton County and will be located at the Clinton County Extension office in DeWitt, Iowa.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate and manage day-to-day activities of the Iowa LEAP project in Clinton County.
• Lead coalition meetings and subgroup planning sessions.
• Conduct community assessments (e.g., Walkability Audits, Food Service Guidelines).
• Develop and execute local communication campaigns.
• Build and maintain relationships with local partners to support community health initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement nutrition and physical activity strategies.
• Collect and report program data for monthly and annual CDC reporting.
• Participate in statewide training, technical assistance, and Extension events.

This is a fixed-term position with an end date of 9/29/2027, with the opportunity for renewal. This is a part-time position (20 hours/week) that offers schedule flexibility. Local travel will be involved in this role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Public Health, Nutrition, or related field.
• Experience working with multi-level nutrition, food, or physical activity system initiatives.
• Experience collecting and retrieving data to prepare program reports.
• Experience planning/coordinating events.

About Iowa LEAP with Extension and Outreach

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach received funds from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention to work in Iowa counties where 40% or more of adults have obesity. Six Iowa counties are working with local leaders to increase access to healthy food and safe, accessible places to be physically active. Extension offices in Muscatine, Cedar, Franklin, Crawford, Clinton, and West Pottawattamie are leading the way in making the healthy choice easy. To learn more, please visit LEAP.

This posting will be open until filled. However, to receive full consideration, applications need to be submitted before November 2nd, 2026.

Candidate Eligibility

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Appointment Type

Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)

Proposed End Date or Length of Term

September 29, 2027

Number of Months Employed Per Year

12 Month Work Period

Time Type

Part time

Pay Grade

PS806

Why Choose Iowa State University?

• Health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• WorkFlex options for some positions

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Company Culture

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities. Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community. Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.