Community Nutrition Education Program Assistant

Working Title:

Posting Number:

S15345P

Working Title:

Houston County Extension Nutrition Education Program Assistant

Department:

CAES-Southwest District CES

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Posting Type:

External

Retirement Plan:

TRS



Employment Type :

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part Time:

Full Time

Additional Schedule Information:

Monday – Friday 8AM – 5PM

12-1 Lunch

Advertised Salary:

$36,000, Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date:

06/25/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Proposed Starting Date:

08/03/2026

Location of Vacancy:

SW District

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Classification

Title:

Extension Program Asst I

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

FTE:

1.00



Minimum Qualifications :

High school diploma or equivalent

Position Summary:

This incumbent is based in Houston County and is responsible for paraprofessional work with County Extension Agents in a Food and Nutrition Education program for limited-resource clients (Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program). Plans, organizes, schedules, and conducts nutrition and food safety classes for limited resource clients. Prepares and conducts food demonstrations for group classes. This employee will exhibit qualities of independent judgment.

Work is performed under general supervision.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or

Competencies:

• Ability to learn basic food preparation skills.
• Strong communication skills and experience interacting with diverse groups of people.
• Relate effectively to young people and adults.
• Lead groups effectively including ability to speak clearly and with sufficient volume to be heard without amplification.
• Skilled in working with clients with limited resources.

• Stand for long periods to effectively present program to attendees.
• Lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Speak effectively to audiences without amplification.
• Effectively use kitchen tools including knives, spoons, blenders, choppers, etc.
• Driving to perform job related duties.