SNAP-Ed Nutrition Assistant - Oriskany, NY

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a USDA funded Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention Program. The SNAP-Ed. program is designed to assist and encourage SNAP recipients and persons eligible for SNAP to choose healthy diets and active lifestyles through the provision of behaviorally-focused nutrition education and obesity prevention activities. Nutrition education is provided in group settings in eligible areas and sites throughout our coverage area known as the Central Region. In addition to direct education the program also provides Policy, Systems, and Environmental (PSE) initiatives. PSE initiatives are a set of comprehensive activities that address barriers that make healthy food and physical activity choices harder for the SNAP population to put into action. The SNAP Nutrition Assistant provides support services such as, assisting nutrition educators during classes and activities and assisting nutrition educators with preparing class materials.

    

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree in Marketing, Nutrition, Human Services or related field.  High School Diploma/GED and one year transferrable program/functional experience can substitute for Associate’s Degree.

• Experience relevant to the role of the position.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.

• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft office programs such as Power Point, Publisher, Word, and Excel. 

• Website and social media maintenance and analytics.

Position Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

Administrative Coordination/Operation - 95%

• Perform routine data collection and entry into software system utilized by program.

• Collect and prepare program evaluation and assessment paperwork from community members, organizations and businesses.

• Draft standard communications for supervisor use for website, Facebook, texting, program promotional flyers, newsletter, press releases and other social media platforms and traditional media use as directed.

• Assist with the organization and coordination of SNAP-Ed core program messaging activities and support the educators in their delivery of established program goals.

• May provide input to support the implementation of mass media efforts for the SNAP-Ed program.

• May assist with the identification and recruitment of program participants and agencies in an effort to meet or exceed funder targeted education and messaging goals including but not limited to partnering and maintaining contacts with community based organizations and schools.

• Assist in maintaining updated schedule of events.

• Assist in the coordination of identified administrative aspects of the SNAP-Ed Program including, but not limited to: mailing correspondence, maintaining files, maintaining participant records, etc. ensuring confidentiality of all information.

• Assist in the coordination, compilation, and organization of existing program resources and program materials.

• Perform general coordination activities including but not limited to attending staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff and general marketing of Extension programs.

• Assist the educators in maintaining communication with constituents and the community through a variety of methods such as newsletters, e-mails, electronic technology, internet, social media, website postings and content.

Professional Improvement – 5%

• In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes and Association priorities.

• Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension and perform other duties as assigned.

Health and Safety – Applied to all duties and functions

• Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment.

• Be familiar with 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 – Applied to all duties and functions

• 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.

• Aware of, and adheres to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Oneida County policies, procedures and Cornell Cooperative Extension Skills for Success.

• Contribute to the overall success of the organization by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely and accurate manner.

Position Details

This is a full-time (37.5 hrs/week), benefits eligible, non-exempt position with an hourly rate of $18.00/hr. The SNAP-Ed Nutrition Assistant will work on-site at the CCE Oneida office in Oriskany, NY. This position does not support remote work.

Excellent benefits, based on eligibility, including:

• Paid Vacation, Sick, Floating Holidays & Personal time

• Paid Holidays

• NYS Health Insurance Program (including FREE Dental Insurance)

• NYS Retirement

• Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Total Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Annuity Plan

• 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

Please be sure to read the Notice to Applicants found on the Jobs with CCE page:

https://cals.cornell.edu/cornell-cooperative-extension/join-us/jobs

How To Apply:  Applicants (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations) must apply online through the APPLY button in this job posting. Current employees of Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County are considered internal applicants and must apply online through their Workday account which may be accessed here: http://workday.cornell.edu/ .  For details on how to apply, visit: https://cals.cornell.edu/cornell-cooperative-extension/join-us/jobs/apply

Please submit resume, cover letter and references. Consider indicating in your application all information you feel would be helpful for selection committee members to know.   Once the application is submitted you will NOT be able to change your submission or add attachments. Be sure that you have followed all directions and requirements listed in the job posting. 

No relocation or VISA sponsorship available.

Please contact Lori North, HR Lead Manager, email [email protected]   with questions.

https://cceoneida.com  

  

Job Title:

Association Program Assistant II

Level:

006

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Company:

Contract College

Contact Name:

Lori North

Number of Openings:

0

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.

Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement . This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell Cooperative Extension as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.