SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator, Douglas County
Job no: 516928
Position type: Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
Location: Other
Division/Equivalent: 3670035010 Cooperative Extension Service
School/Unit: 3670035110 Extension Nutrition Progrm
Categories: Health Profession, Nutrition, Extension Agent / Educator, Family & Consumer Sciences, Food Safety/Science/Systems
About This Role: |
The Extension Nutrition Program of K-State Research and Extension is currently seeking a full-time Nutrition Educator. The Nutrition Educator serves to meet the Kansas Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed) mission of empowering limited-resource Kansans using evidence-based strategies to achieve healthy lives and reduce health disparities. Specific strategies include direct education in various settings; community-based projects to address policy, system, or environmental changes; and public health approaches to help children, families and adults improve dietary quality and food resource management skills and increase physical activity. This position reports to the Douglas County community health and wellness extension agent. Duties include, but are not limited to:
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Location and Worksite Options: |
This position will serve Douglas County. The primary office location will be in Lawrence, KS. Regular travel to various sites within Douglas County is required, along with occasional overnight travel for trainings (approximately 3-4 times per year). This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment locations. |
Why Join Us: |
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed) is a nutrition education program provided at no cost to Kansas families with limited resources. Our goal is to provide nutrition education to individuals and families who receive food assistance or who are eligible to receive food assistance. In addition, we promote, implement and support initiatives for Policy, System and Environmental changes to improve dietary quality, prevent obesity and increase physical activity. SNAP-Ed is sponsored by the USDA through a contract with the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) and implemented by K-State Research and Extension (KSRE). For more information go to ksu.edu/ks-snaped/. LiveWell Douglas County, the county’s health and wellness coalition focused on reducing health disparities is co-housed at the K-State Research and Extension office in Douglas County. This position is benefits eligible: health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance program, paid time off-vacation, sick and holidays. To learn more visit: www.k-state.edu/hr/benefits. |
We Support Diversity and Inclusion: |
Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community. |
What You’ll Need to Succeed: |
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How to Apply: |
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Screening of Applications Begins: |
Screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For more information, please contact Kaitlyn Peine at kpeine@ksu.edu. |
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: |
$16.25 - $20.25/hour |
Equal Employment Opportunity: |
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and actively seeks diversity among its employees. |
Background Screening Statement: |
In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee. |
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