Rural Nutrition & Wellness Educator

Purdue University; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Purdue University is seeking a Community Nutrition Advisor to support Purdue Extension's Smart SNAP Education initiative in rural Indiana. You will deliver evidence-based nutrition and physical activity education in community settings and help implement PSE strategies to improve health outcomes.

The role coordinates with regional directors and local partners to expand reach, deliver multi-format programs, and maintain program data and reporting. Some travel is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 4 years of experience in community-based work, education or related fields.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (speaking, reading, writing).
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook and virtual meeting platforms.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, schedule, coordinate, and deliver nutrition and activity education in rural community settings.
• Deliver curricula through in-person, virtual, and event formats.
• Support place-based nutrition education strategies and partnerships.
• Assist with policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) efforts and partnerships.
• Develop relationships with health departments, libraries, schools, and community partners.
• Deliver programs to diverse rural residents and assist Champions recruitment and training.
• Collect, report, and maintain program data and complete evaluations.
• Maintain proficiency in curricula, health recommendations, and community engagement approaches.

Skills

English communication

Public health education

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Independence

Data collection

Program reporting

Travel to service areas

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Purdue University is seeking a Community Nutrition Advisor to support Purdue Extension's Smart SNAP Education initiative in rural Indiana. You will deliver evidence-based nutrition and physical activity education in community settings and help implement PSE strategies to improve health outcomes.

The role coordinates with regional directors and local partners to expand reach, deliver multi-format programs, and maintain program data and reporting. Some travel is required.