Peer Educator, EFNEP, Larimer County

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Larimer, PENNSYLVANIA
Deadline: 09 Sep 2022

Posting Details
Position Information


Classification Title Temporary Hourly
Employment Category Temporary
Is this an Hourly position? Yes
Work Hours/Week 30
Overtime Eligible? Yes
Position Location Larimer County
Description of Work Unit
The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) is a nutrition education program within Colorado State University Extension. EFNEP educators teach low-income participants nutrition education, physical activity, food safety, and food resource management.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We invite you to review Colorado State University’s Principles of Community that guide our mission and vision of access, teaching, service and engagement.
Search Contact Email [email protected]
Position Summary
The person in this position is a local representative of Colorado State University and works under the supervision of the designated EFNEP Supervisor and in coordination with the state EFNEP Coordinator. EFNEP Educators recruit and teach low-income adults and youth nutrition, physical activity, food safety, and food budgeting. Daily travel within the county is required; mileage reimbursed. This position is in Larimer County. 
Position Minimum Qualifications
  • High school graduation or G.E.D.
  • Understanding and appreciation of people on low incomes and of ethnic minorities, and ability to relate to them in a respectful and sensitive manner.
  • Ability to follow directions for collecting required data and submitting accurate forms on schedule.
  • Ability to communicate (verbal, written and listening skills).
  • Ability to assume responsibility and work independently in an organized and trustworthy manner.
  • Skill in working with people as a team member.
  • Evidence of being a self-starter, with drive and initiative.
  • Ability to lift 30 pounds.
  • Ability to speak, read and write in English and Spanish.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Personal experience with federal food assistance programs (WIC, SNAP, Commodity Foods, National School Breakfast and Lunch Programs).
  • Experience in recruiting and working with volunteers.

Posting Details


Working Title Peer Educator, EFNEP, Larimer County
Posting Number 202200610T
Department Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program
Salary Range $20/hr
Employee Benefits
Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for temporary employees in the following University benefit area: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/
Close Date 09/09/2022
Special Instructions to Applicants
All materials must be received directly at https://jobs.colostate.edu/ for consideration. Please submit the following to apply:
  • Resume
  • Provide 2 previous or current supervisors from paid or volunteer work as references: name, title, organization, relationship, contact phone, and contact email.


For questions regarding the position, qualifications, or job duties please contact Susan Baker, at [email protected] .
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Diversity Statement
Personal or professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by persistent effort, active planning, allocation of resources and/or accountability for diversity and inclusion outcomes.

Essential Job Duties


Job Duty Category Teach Nutrition Education Classes
Duty/Responsibility
  • Teach adult and youth audiences nutrition, food safety, food budgeting, and physical activity using approved curricula and materials
Percentage Of Time 70%
Job Duty Category Recruit Low Income Families into EFNEP
Duty/Responsibility
  • Market EFNEP to low-income families and agencies/organizations working with low-income families
  • Recruit people to participate in EFNEP
Percentage Of Time 15%
Job Duty Category Facilitate Required Program Paperwork
Duty/Responsibility
  • Collect required information from program participants
  • Review to ensure the information is complete and accurate
  • Submit paperwork on schedule
Percentage Of Time 15%

References


Minimum References Required 2
Maximum References Required

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