Agency

Department

Objective of Position

This position works in the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program known as EFNEP. The Nutrition Education Associate, with training and supervision, teaches (in-person and/or virtually) about nutrition, food resource management, food safety, and physical activity in culturally sensitive and appropriate ways for adults and/or youth, for low-income audiences in various community locations.

This position is funded by a Federal grant and is therefore contingent upon availability of funds.

Responsibilities

• Recruits adults and/or youth who meet program guidelines.

• Uses research-based, approved educational materials to instruct youth and/or adults either in-person and/or virtually.

• Prepares food for recipes and instructs youth and/or adults through food demonstrations.

• Collects and tracks program data.

• Assists in mentoring and/or training Nutrition Education Assistants when needed.

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or GED, additional education is not considered an advantage. 

• Six months of related experience working with youth and/or adult audiences. 

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Experience with low resource audiences and working cooperatively with support systems, networks, and agency programs available for low-income people/low resource audience.

• Knowledge or teaching experience related to nutrition, food safety, food resource management and physical activity topics, guidelines, and best practices.

• Experience teaching groups of people.

Required Knowledge, Abilities, & Skills:

• Proficient computer skills – Microsoft Office programs – Word and Power Point; Excel, etc.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Knowledge, Abilities, & Skills:

• Ability to work with varied audiences.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

• Working knowledge of Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams to conduct virtual lessons.

• Ability to communicate effectively with adults and/or youth. 

• Ability to follow a curriculum including teaching and speaking publicly, strong communication skills.

• Ability to work independently, be self-motivated and give attention to detail and maintain accurate records.

• Ability to keep written logs of activities, complete reports, and organize materials.

• Familiar with the community where the position is located.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Must be willing to work necessary hours to fulfill job responsibilities (some evenings and weekends). Hours worked will not exceed 40 per week. 

• This position will require daily travel to multiple work sites in county. Must be willing to travel to required trainings outside of county.   

• Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – EFNEP does not provide transportation and the position requires access to reliable transportation. The agency follows applicable policies if personal vehicle is used, which may include reimbursement at a pre-established rate.

• Must be able to lift, carry, and/or otherwise move instructional materials weighing up to 40 lbs from vehicle to work site and from work site to vehicle.

Preferred Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:

• Valid driver’s license.

• Current liability insurance.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.