SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator, Northwest KS — Great Bend
Job no: 517775
Position type: Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
Location: Other
Division/Equivalent: 3670035010 Cooperative Extension Service
School/Unit: 3670035110 Extension Nutrition Progrm
Categories: Health Profession, Extension Agent / Educator, Family & Consumer Sciences, Food Safety / Science / Systems
About This Role: |
The Extension Nutrition Program, within K-State Research and Extension, is currently seeking a full-time Nutrition Educator. Nutrition educators support the Kansas Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed) mission of empowering limited-resource Kansans to achieve healthy lives and reduce health disparities. Nutrition educators will use evidence-based strategies, including:
Duties include, but are not limited to: Planning and preparation
Teaching
Community outreach and PSE work
Reporting
Professional development
This position reports to the Northwest Area SNAP-Ed regional specialist. |
Location and Worksite Options: |
This position will serve communities in Northwest Kansas. The primary office is in Great Bend, KS. (A primary office in Hays, KS could be negotiated.) Regular travel to various sites within the Northwest Area is required, along with occasional overnight travel for trainings (approximately 2-3 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/. 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/hcs/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: |
Minimum Requirements:
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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, contact Janelle VanKooten at janellev@ksu.edu. |
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: |
$16.50 - $20.50/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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