Network Community Outreach Specialist

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Posting Number: RTF
00178PO26

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USC Market

Title:

Community Outreach Specialist

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Business Title (Internal Title):
Network Community Outreach Specialist

Campus:
School of Medicine Columbia

Work County:
Richland

College/Division:
School of Medicine Columbia

Department: SOMC Food Share

Anticipated Hiring Range: $48,726 - $70,653

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time:
Full Time

Hours per Week: 37.5

• Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Type of Staff Position:
Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

Basis: 12 months

Job Search Category:
Other

From the Upstate to the Low country, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning.

All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at  Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

South Carolina Retirement Yes

State Insurance Programs Yes

Annual Leave Yes

Sick Leave Yes

Under the general supervision of the Program Manager, sustains and provides technical assistance to Food Share’s statewide network. Contributes to the development of the program infrastructure and provides training and technical assistance to Food Share hubs across the state, especially in rural areas. Supports new hub recruitment, identification and mobilization. Demonstrates commitment to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations.

This position is established in support of expanded research activities.

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

• Must have a valid driver’s license.

• Proven networking, community engagement, relationship-building, and/or partnership development experience.
• A demonstrated commitment to food justice and/or community development.
• Strong ability to manage time and priorities while working efficiently, accurately, and under general supervision.
• Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations.

Represents Food Share SC at county-level coalitions, promoting the Fresh Food Box for food access needs. Develops relationships with community-based organizations (CBOs) to identify new hubs and build support for new hub operators. Onboards new hubs in compliance readiness requirements.

Essential Function Yes

Percentage of Time 40

Provides ongoing training and support to current…