Agent Assistant - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Escambia County)

Auburn University, United States

Updated: 24 days ago
Location: Auburn, ALABAMA
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Position Details
Position Information


Requisition Number S3492P
Home Org Name Escambia County
Division Name AL Cooperative Extension System
Position Title Agent Assistant - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Escambia County)
Job Class Code CA01A/B
Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term Yes
Limited Term Length One Year
Job Summary
This position will work in the Escambia County Extension Office.
This is a one year limited term position. Continued employment is based on the continuation of extramural funding and is subject to renewal on an annual basis.

The Alabama Cooperative Extension System Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – Education (SNAP-Ed) seeks and Agent Assistant I/II to work in and serve clients in Escambia County. This position provides direct education to eligible youth and adults with the goal of changing individual behavior related to healthy eating and physical activity. In addition, this position engages with agencies, organizations and communities to implement improved policies, systems and environmental strategies to create opportunities for change around healthy food and physical activity access and appeal. Performing evaluation and reporting of all activities also is an integral part of this position.
The SNAP-Ed Agent Assistant will report to the County Extension Coordinators; receive initial and continuous training from county and state staff; follow SNAP-Ed guidelines; utilize SNAP-Ed obesity prevention procedures; follow established guidelines as required by Auburn University, Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Alabama Department of Human Resources and NIFA/USDA; assist with routine office work; and perform other duties as assigned.
The Agent Assistant will have a 40-hour work week schedule and periodically provide evening and/or weekend hours.
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Essential Functions
  • Selects, reviews, and delivers pre-designed educational programs based on a defined curriculum to adults and youth throughout the county.
  • Registers participants for presentations and coordinates meeting locations and times with local city leaders, school administrators and volunteers.
  • Distributes and conducts surveys designed to measure the effectiveness of the educational programs and the ability to reach the adults and youth attending these programs.
  • Responsible for gathering and submitting annual enrollment and demographic information for the purpose of submitting it to state and federal officials.
  • Coordinates volunteers in areas where additional assistance is needed to obtain the highest rate of effectiveness.
  • Performs all clerical responsibilities pertaining to program reports, news releases, newsletters, filing and program overviews.
  • Responsible for documenting worked hours, miles driven for work purposes and keeping an accurate count of expenditures for supplies.
  • May coordinate or assist in coordinating fundraising activities that benefit educational programming.
  • May research, design, and implement new educational program.

Minimum Qualifications


Minimum Qualifications
Level I- High school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years of experience in the organization and/or presentation of pre-designed educational programs/services, customer service, administrative support/clerical or related experience.
Level II- High school diploma or equivalent plus 6 years of experience in the organization and/or presentation of pre-designed educational programs/services, customer service, administrative support/clerical or related experience.
Substitutions allowed for Experience:
Degrees accepted in lieu of experience, at a rate of one year relevant education per year of required experience.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications


Minimum Skills and Abilities
  • Effective communication and human relation skills
  • A working knowledge of operating a personal computer, including a demonstrated competency using Microsoft Office software
  • An understanding of basic mathematical skills
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to efficiently and accurately maintain records
  • Ability to work collaboratively and professionally with families, volunteers, and coworkers
  • Sincere interest in working with program participants in an educational setting
  • Decision making and leadership skills
  • Willingness to become familiar with and work within the philosophy and guidelines of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System
  • Access to reliable transportation
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
  • Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one prior to selection.

Desired Qualifications


Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information


Salary Range $31,200-$46,800
Job Category Administrative
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in: Brewton
State position is located: Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date 03/19/2024
Closing Date 04/03/2024
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
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