Extension Program Manager - North Central FL (Hybrid)

Extension Program Manager

The UF/IFAS Extension Family Nutrition Program (FNP) is seeking a dynamic and inclusive manager to provide day-to-day leadership and coordination of SNAP-Education in seven North Central Florida counties. FNP offers meaningful work to be passionate about. Join us!

About SNAP-Ed and FNP

SNAP-Ed (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - Education) is a federally funded grant program that teaches people how to eat healthy on a budget and be more physically active to reduce the risk of obesity and chronic disease.

• The UF/IFAS Extension Family Nutrition Program (FNP) has been providing SNAP-Ed in Florida since 1996
• Funding comes from the USDA through the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF)
• Our programming is focused on youth from pre-k through high school, where 50% or more students receive free or reduced meals or are otherwise considered eligible
• Our community nutrition educators teach nutrition education classes where youth normally gather, such as schools, preschools, community centers, libraries, and churches
• Our dedicated regional public health and food systems staff work to impact policies, systems, and environments to support healthy changes in our communities

About the Opportunity

As the FNP Extension Program Manager (EPM), you will be joining a signature Extension program impacting thousands of income-constrained Floridians each year. As the state’s premier land-grant university, UF offers free educational programs through Extension to provide solutions for everyday problems facing Florida’s families. As part of Extension, you will be joining a network that has served Floridians for over 100 years. You will lead a passionate team and be an ambassador for University of Florida, IFAS Extension, and SNAP-Ed to local stakeholders.   

In this role, you can expect to:

• Provide supervision and leadership for the FNP teams in seven counties in N.Central Florida: Alachua, Dixie, Gilchrist, Lafayette, Levy, Madison and Suwannee. Direct reports include six paraprofessional community Nutrition Educators.
• Promote the program locally and recruit teaching sites
• Provide regular training and coaching to staff
• Collaborate with specialists in Policy, Systems, and Environmental (PSE) Change to positively impact local food systems and public health
• Work closely with county Extension faculty to foster community partnerships
• Develop and implement a local plan and budget, submit monthly reports to capture programming data and successes
• Travel regularly within region and occasionally within the state of Florida for training
• Achieve ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification

A Great Place to Work

The UF/IFAS Extension Family Nutrition Program has a culture of purpose and passion, with a strong commitment to employee well-being and a positive, collaborative workplace. We allow for flexibility including non-traditional schedules and options for hybrid work. When you join FNP you are joining the renowned University of Florida, a Top 10 institution with Extension offices in every part of the state.

What We Are Looking For

• Ability to create a positive and productive team environment using leadership, communication, and strong interpersonal skills
• Someone who embodies and models FNP Core Values
• Someone who can synthesize and communicate guidance and directives
• Comfortable using technology to keep a busy team productive, organized and connected
• Ability to provide supervision and stay connected to remote staff
• Ability to network, engage potential partners, communicate program value, and identify opportunities for collaboration
• Ability to interact with diverse participants, partners, and colleagues in a positive, professional, and respectful manner
• Self-motivated and proactive, with an ability to effectively manage time and resources, and work with minimal supervision
• Commitment to continuous learning and development, including receiving and giving feedback
• Skills to adapt to changes in program priorities or audience

Additional Details

This is a time-limited, grant funded position currently headquartered at the Alachua County Extension Office. There may be flexibility to be housed at another office in the region. Work up to 16 hours/week remotely.

Selected candidate will be subject to a 435 Livescan Level 2 Background Screening prior to hire.

The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is committed to creating an environment that affirms diversity across a variety of dimensions, including ability, class, ethnicity/race, gender identity and expression. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF .

$50,000+ annually

The University of Florida offers outstanding benefits and retirement options, generous leave plans, a health and wellness program that reflects its commitment to quality of life and quality of work, and many more competitive perks and rewards. Highlights include:

• Coverage options for individuals and families
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Flex Spending, Disability, and many optional plans
• State of Florida Retirement
• Paid Family Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid tuition via the Employee Education Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (UF is a qualifying employer)
• Free LinkedIn Learning
• Discounted goods and services; free MS software for personal use; financing for personal computers

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Two years of management experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Comfortable with public speaking, presenting to groups, and leading training
• Degree in education, management, business, public administration, human nutrition or related field
• Proven success managing relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Experience with grant-funded programs and/or working with government agencies

Please attach your resume and a cover letter.

This is a time-limited position.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.