Extension EFNEP Program Assistant; Adult

Overview

Extension EFNEP Program Assistant (Adult) — NC State Extension Forestry. This role delivers nutrition and related subject matter to enrolled participants under supervision and guidance of the County Extension Director and the District EFNEP Extension Associate.

• Recruit and enroll adult and school-aged youth participants into the EFNEP program.
• Make regular teaching visits to enrollees in homes or group settings; teach basic nutrition and food preparation skills using approved curricula.
• Submit required program records and reports to the District EFNEP Regional Nutrition Extension Associate (RNEA), EFNEP State office, and County Extension Director (CED).
• Market the program within the assigned area; recruit volunteers from the community and involve them in leadership roles.
• Collaborate with local Cooperative Extension staff and partner agencies; help secure program resources.
• Attend EFNEP and Extension meetings, trainings, and other professional development opportunities (some may require overnight travel).
• Enhance program visibility by communicating program impacts to local stakeholders and potential participants.
• Promote educational opportunities beyond EFNEP within the Cooperative Extension and partnering agencies.
• Recruit, train, and utilize volunteers to assist in program promotion, data collection, and program delivery.
• Meet established programmatic standards for performance and impact; perform other duties as assigned.

• Minimum education:
  
  high school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of computer applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills; ability to maintain confidentiality and work with diverse groups.
• Self-directed, multi-tasking ability with good time and resource management.
• Ability to plan, organize, and develop effective working relationships with youth and adults and the broader community.
• Willingness to travel within county/district/state using personal vehicle; travel reimbursed per state guidelines.
• Must have or obtain a valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation; travel may include evenings and weekends.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally and 30 pounds frequently; standing, sitting, kneeling, stooping, reaching; exposure to heat, humidity, and sun as required.
• Oral and written communication skills; ability to interact with the public and staff.
• Preferred: knowledge of local community resources and nutrition education experience; bilingual (Spanish/English) is an asset but not required.
• Valid NC Driver's License required within 60 days of hire.

Under the guidance of the RNEA, the EFNEP Program Assistant conducts nutrition education for limited-resource adults and youth in group settings.

Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–5:00 pm; some evenings and weekends as required.

• Paid time off
• Paid tuition
• Health Insurance
• Flexible Scheduling
• Retirement Savings
• Supplemental Benefits Programs
• Wolf Perks

Special Instructions:
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least three professional references in addition to your application.

Required documents:
Resume, Cover Letter, and References. Optional:
Letters of Recommendation.

Note:

The Extension EFNEP Program Assistant is an employee of NC Cooperative Extension, NC State University. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunity for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or veteran status. Applicants requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Equal Opportunity.

Final candidates are subject to background checks; some vacancies require credit or motor vehicle checks. E-Verify is used for employment eligibility.