EFNEP Nutrition Educator I - Batavia, NY

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Genesee County has an opening for a full-time EFNEP Nutrition Educator working from the Batavia, NY office.
The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) Educator will implement public education to improve healthy food and lifestyle choices among limited resource families and individuals encompassing all age groups throughout the County. This includes presenting a series of 6 to 8 lessons that focus on general nutrition, food preparation, food safety and food budgeting. Nutrition education may take place at County agencies or in participant homes. Recruitment of participants is also included as part of the workday. Collect and manage participant data ensuring confidentiality at all times.
This is a grant-funded position. Funding for the program is through the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) as part of the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), an agency within the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

    

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 
•    Associate or Equivalent Education (GED/High School Diploma plus one year of transferrable program/functional experience )
•    Experience relevant to the role of the position
•    Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position. 
•    Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
•    Ability to clearly communicate (speak, read, and write proficiently) in English.
•    Proficiency with windows-based software including use of the internet and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel.
•    Ability and comfort purchasing and preparing foods and reviewing and following recipes.
•    Ability to present effective and relevant educational lessons to target audiences (one-on-one and group) and work with diverse audiences of all ages.
•    Ability and willingness to work with diverse audiences and maintain cultural sensitivity.
•    Ability and willingness to work with a high degree of integrity, accuracy, organization, sound professional judgment, and the ability to handle confidential, sensitive information.
•    Ability to plan and organize personal work responsibilities according to priorities developed with the immediate supervisor.
•    Ability to work independently and cooperatively as part of a team.
•    Ability to communicate effectively, clearly, and tactfully through verbal, written and electronic methods. 
•    Ability to work in a typical office environment which may include lifting, moving, and/or transporting office supplies, work related materials, and equipment with or without accommodation. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 
•    Nutrition-related knowledge/experience/background.
•    Experience in adult and youth education or other relevant work experience.
•    Familiarity with the community in which the work will take place.
•    Experience working with the target audience (limited resource).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 
Program Delivery - 90%
•    Utilize existing program materials and educational framework to teach the targeted number of adult and youth participants in the Nutrition Program.
•    Implement lesson plans using current and approved curricula and supplemental materials, and tailor appropriate programming based on identified participant needs.
•    Inform participants of other Extension programs, community agencies, and services.
•    Collaborate with community agencies that serve the target audience.
•    Interact with program participants representing CCE in a professional manner at all times.
•    Represent CCE before the public, community leaders, government officials, Cornell, or other land grant universities as part of program delivery. 

Administrative Coordination/Operation - 5%
•    Maintain record of class participants, complete reports, accurately collect and prepare paperwork as required for the program evaluation process.
•    Utilize existing program materials and educational framework to recruit and graduate the targeted number of adult and youth participants in the Nutrition Program.
•    Collect enrollment (entry) and exit data for all adult and youth participants. 
•    Submit collected data for entry into required tracking program. 
•    Prepare and submit accurate expense reports, mileage reports, receipts/supporting documentation, and/or vouchers in a timely manner per established policy and procedures. 
•    Maintain confidentiality of all information and data collected, accessed and/or maintained.
•    Provide information as requested to assist with preparation of reports, impact statements, and success stories on program progress and accomplishments for funders, advisory committees, Board, and others, as necessary.
•    This position requires the transport of self and/or program materials/resources in performing position responsibilities.

Professional Improvement and Other Duties as Assigned - 5%
•    In cooperation with the Supervisor, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes in programming and association priorities.
•    Successfully complete required in-service training on current nutrition, food safety, budgeting, and teaching skills prior to participant contact.
•    Participate in all required orientation, training, and/or in-service meetings and trainings as scheduled/required. Trainings will require travel throughout the region. 
•    Pursue personal growth through expanding personal knowledge of the total organization and through updating techniques and technical skills relating to the position.
•    Carry out assignments and other duties as assigned by supervisor, including but not limited to local fairs, community activities, etc. 
•    Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension including but not limited to attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff, general marketing of Cooperative Extension programs and other duties as assigned. 
•    Maintain regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.

Health and Safety - Applies to all duties and functions
•    Support the association to maintain a safe working environment.
•    Be familiar and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.
•    Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

EEO/EPO and Policy - Applies to all duties and functions
•    Conduct all programming and activities in accordance with the Civil Rights Act, Title IX Rehabilitation, Americans with Disabilities Act, and local, state, and regional affirmative action plans.
•    Appreciate and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers, and the public. 
•    Assist the Cornell Cooperative Extension system in reaching out to diverse audiences.
•    Represent Cornell Cooperative Extension to the public, community leaders, colleagues, volunteers, members of Cornell University faculty and staff, government officials and the general public in a professional manner. 
•    Aware of, and adheres to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association policies, procedures, and Cornell Skills for Success. 
•    Contribute to the overall success of the organization by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely, and accurate manner.
•    At all times act in a professional Customer Service manner including but not limited to business-like demeanor, tactful communications, cooperative, helpful, positive, and receptive manner.

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POSITION DETAILS

This is a full-time, non-exempt position, schedule to work 40 hours per week, on-site at the Batavia, NY office. Remote or Hybrid work is not available for this position.

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COMPENSATION and BENEFITS

$19.00 per hour.

Excellent benefits, based on eligibility, including:

• Vacation, Sick, and Personal time

• Paid Holidays

• NYS Health Insurance Program (including free Dental Insurance)

• NYS Retirement

• Long-term Disability Insurance

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Annuity

• Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts

• Voluntary Group Universal Life Insurance

• Voluntary Personal Accidental Insurance

• Voluntary Legal Plan Insurance

• Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance

• Voluntary Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance

• Voluntary Pet Insurance

• Voluntary New York’s College Savings Program

• and more!

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APPLICATION DEADLINE

Review of applications will begin immediately. Position will remain open for applications until satisfactory pool has been identified.

Apply online by 11:59pm EST on March 28, 2024

Contact Kimberly at [email protected] with questions.

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HOW TO APPLY

Upload *ALL* documents (PDF or MS Word format) at the beginning of the application process. This allows our system to pre-fill parts of the application and saves you time.

To be considered all applicants are requested to:

(1) Complete all sections of the Online Application

(2) Upload/attach a Cover Letter and Resume

(3) Upload/attach contact information for 3 Professional References

READ THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS BELOW TO BE SURE YOU ARE UPLOADING DOCUMENTS AS REQUESTED

• External Applicants (including current employees of other CCE offices) : Submit application materials via the "APPLY" button located within this job posting.  Please refer to Applying for a Job (External Candidate for additional guidance. 

• Internal Applicants (current employees working at this CCE office): Apply via  Workday under the "Career, Talent and Performance" section.

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The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform the essential functions of their job. If you require an accommodation so you may participate in the selection process you are encouraged to contact the recruiter listed above.

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No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available.

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Job Title:

Association Prog Educator I

Level:

006

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Company:

Contract College

Contact Name:

Kimberly Amey

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State.  Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies.  This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

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