Nutrition Educator - EFNEP Missoula

Montana State University, United States

Updated: 4 months ago
Location: Bozeman, MONTANA
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 24157
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Jennifer Munter
[email protected]
406-994-2015
Classification Title Program Coord I
Working Title Nutrition Educator - EFNEP Missoula
Brief Position Overview
Montana State University Extension, through a partnership with and funding from the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP), serves individuals and families with low- income, the primary audiences being parents and caregivers with the responsibility of feeding young children, youth, and pregnant teens or young adults who may become parents. The EFNEP Extension Nutrition Educator’s main function is to partner and collaborate with local agencies, schools, and organizations to implement the EFNEP program in Missoula County. The Extension Educator will teach youth and adults about nutrition, physical activity, food resource management, and food safety, using a series of approved lessons. Position specific training and orientation will be provided to the successful candidate to prepare them to carry out job responsibilities in the communities served.
Position Number 4N0541
Department Extension Nutrition Education
Division Extension
Appointment Type Classified
Contract Term Fiscal Year
Semester
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FLSA Non-Exempt
Union Affiliation FOCUS-MFPE
FTE 1.0
Benefits Eligible Eligible
Salary $20.00 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications
Contract Type Classified Hourly
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Recruitment Type Open

Position Details


General Statement
MSU Extension’s mission is to improve the lives of Montana citizens by providing unbiased, research-based education and information that integrates learning, discovery and engagement to strengthen the social, economic and environmental well-being of individuals, families, and communities.
The purpose of MSU Extension’s Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) is to assist families with low income in acquiring the knowledge and skills to improve in four core areas:
  • Diet quality and physical activity
  • Food resource management
  • Food safety
  • Food security


This position provides a key role in implementing the EFNEP program in Missoula County.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Recruit and teach adults with young children the series of 9 nutrition classes which includes food preparation, discussion on nutrition, food safety, and physical activity.
  • Recruit and teach youth classes in eligible schools including teaching in the 1st, 3rd, and 5th grades, and teaching teens with nutrition and physical activity as a part of each lesson.
  • Travel to schools and other sites throughout the Missoula area to teach programs and perform related duties.
  • Office duties include data entry, collecting and organizing evaluation data, accurate record keeping and monthly reports.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  • Combination of education and/or applicable experience; High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Demonstrated experience working with individuals with low income and/or diverse audiences or equivalent demonstrated understanding of the EFNEP-eligible population.
  • Demonstrated ability to facilitate youth and adults in group settings and online and to share knowledge of food preparation, exercise, and nutrition.
  • Demonstrated ability to use technology (computer and programs) to accurately input data and establish and maintain records and reports.
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    Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  • Demonstrated ability in motivating adults and children to participate in learning new knowledge and skills.
  • Demonstrated familiarity and knowledge of programs such as SNAP, Head Start, WIC, FDPIR, etc.
  • Demonstrated ability to assess participant needs and responses and to adjust lessons to the audience.
  • Lived experience with issues such as food insecurity or poverty.


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    The Successful Candidate Will
    • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
    • Communicate positively and effectively with the public both in person, through email, and by phone.
    • Establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers.
    • Exercise good judgment and self-motivation.
    • Represent EFNEP and MSU Extension to others in a professional and courteous manner.
    • Ability to accurately follow instructions and procedures.
    Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
    The person in this position must be willing to travel for the annual program conference and training.

    Must possess currently or be eligible to obtain a valid State of Montana Driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record (less than 12 points), or have other reliable means of transportation. Must have access to a vehicle to use for work (mileage will be reimbursed), and have minimum vehicle liability insurance. Do NOT send a copy of the driver’s license.
    This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
    Physical Demands
    Must be able to transport a minimum of 25 lbs.
    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
    This position has supervisory duties? No

    Posting Detail Information


    Number of Vacancies 1
    Desired Start Date Upon a successful search
    Position End Date (if temporary)
    Open Date
    Close Date
    Applications will be:
    Screening of applications will begin on December 5, 2023; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
    Special Instructions
    Diversity Statement
    Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
    In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
    MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html

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