Program Specialist - LEAP; Part-Time

Position: Program Specialist I - LEAP (Part-Time)

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Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Public Health, Nutrition, or related field.

Position Title

Program Specialist I - LEAP (Part-Time)

Job Group

Professional & Scientific

Required

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

Special

Required Qualifications

• Drivers License

Job Description

Are you looking for a benefits-eligible role that supports your well‑being while making a difference? Do you want to see the real‑world impact of your work on individuals and the broader community? If so, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is seeking qualified candidates for a Program Specialist I with the Leveraging Activities and Partnerships to Address Obesity (Iowa LEAP) project team!

This individual will support Clinton County and will be located at the Clinton County Extension office in DeWitt, Iowa.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate and manage day‑to‑day activities of the Iowa LEAP project in Clinton County.
• Lead coalition meetings and subgroup planning sessions.
• Conduct community assessments (e.g., Walkability Audits, Food Service Guidelines).
• Develop and execute local communication campaigns.
• Build and maintain relationships with local partners to support community health initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement nutrition and physical activity strategies.
• Collect and report program data for monthly and annual CDC reporting.
• Participate in statewide training, technical assistance, and Extension events.

This is a fixed‑term position with an end date of 9/30/2026, with the opportunity for renewal.

This is a part‑time position (20 hours/week) that offers schedule flexibility.

Local travel will be involved in this role.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

About Iowa LEAP With Extension And Outreach

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach received funds from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention to work in Iowa counties where 40% or more of adults have obesity. Six Iowa counties are working with local leaders to increase access to healthy food and safe, accessible places to be physically active. Extension offices in Muscatine, Cedar, Franklin, Crawford, Clinton, and West Pottawattamie are leading the way in making the healthy choice easy.

Level

Guidelines

• Individual contributor position with developing professional and/or technical skills working under immediate to general supervision
• Grasps professional‑level knowledge and concepts of field while working in a progressive learning mode
• Works on problems and issues of somewhat limited scope
• Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data for which answers are available or can be obtained
• Responds to inquiries and issues, escalating to manager or higher level workers as appropriate
• May lead projects of limited scope and complexity
• May provide guidance to students

Appointment Type

Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)

Proposed End Date Or Length Of Term

September 30, 2026

Number Of Months Employed Per Year

12 Month Work Period

Time Type

Part time

Pay Grade

PS806

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment or call 515‑294‑4800 or Toll Free: 1‑877‑477‑7485.

Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work‑life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long‑term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Well‑being program
• Iowa State offers Work Flex options for some positions. Work Flex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date

November 4, 2025

Posting Close Date

January 11, 2026

Job

Requisition Number

R18013

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