Nutrition Educator - Rochester, NY Job at Cornell Cooperative Extension
Cornell Cooperative Extension New York State
$22 - $23 an hour
Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Monroe County (CCE Monroe) has an opportunity for a full-time Nutrition Educator.
The nutrition educator for Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County is responsible for providing leadership in assessment, development, planning, delivery, and evaluation of the nutrition, health, and/or consumer education programs.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Administrative Direction - 10%
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POSITION DETAILS:
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Apply online by 11:59pm EST on June 12, 2023
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.
No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available.
Job Title: Association Subject Educator II
The nutrition educator for Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County is responsible for providing leadership in assessment, development, planning, delivery, and evaluation of the nutrition, health, and/or consumer education programs.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s Degree in Nutrition, Health Education, or Public Health. Bachelor’s Degree plus 4 years transferrable relevant evidence-based research experience may substitute.
- 2 years volunteer or related work 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.
- Ability and willingness to work with diverse audiences and maintain cultural sensitivity.
- Proficiency with windows-based software including use of the internet and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel.
- Ability to communicate effectively, clearly, and tactfully through verbal, written and electronic methods.
- Demonstrated experience and ability to work independently and as part of a team with internal and external partners at multiple levels within organizations and across communities.
- Ability to initiate, plan, organize, implement, and evaluate informal education programs for diverse audiences.
- Ability to identify and secure funding that supports programs, including grant writing, developing public and private partnerships.
- 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 organize, manage, and prioritize multiple tasks, deadlines, requirements, and priorities to complete work in a timely manner and within established deadlines.
- 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:
- Registered Dietitian (RD) or Certified Dietitian/Nutritionist (CDN).
- Experience in community nutrition and health education programming.
- Familiarity with the community in which the work will take place and ability to utilize program resources within the community.
- Experience working with an advisory committee.
- Experience working with agency staff at regional and state levels.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Program Development - 15%
Program Development - 15%
- Assist with researching, identifying, and selecting existing nutrition and community health resources for the program.
- Utilize subject matter knowledge in nutrition and community health to assist with creating innovative programs to address barriers including engaging diverse partners and collaborators.
- Assist with adapting curriculum materials to create lesson plans that meet local community and individual needs considering diverse audiences.
- Create or adapt program materials to address participant needs.
- Assist in making programmatic changes based on program evaluation outcomes to meet the need of diverse program participants.
- Maintain working relationships with community members, Cornell University, and other interested groups to develop programs which express the demographics of the community.
Program Delivery - 50%
- Deliver high quality educational programming to individuals and groups.
- Use a variety of delivery methods including workshops, public events, articles, newsletters, web pages, and social media to deliver program.
- Represent the program and the Association to the public and community leaders in a professional manner as part of program delivery.
- Serve as subject matter resource and respond to questions about nutrition and community health.
- Engage volunteers in program delivery using established materials.
- Assist in maintaining linkages with Cornell and other SUNY institutions as part of program delivery.
- Assist with ensuring program delivery is within scope of statewide Plan of Work.
Program Evaluation - 10%
- Implement program evaluation as designed.
- Interact with program participants, Advisory Committee, and community agencies to gather informal program evaluation information.
- Implement program evaluation with program participants and community agencies.
- Assist with analyzing and interpreting evaluation data and make recommendations for program improvement.
- Communicate evaluation results and findings.
- Assist with maintaining connection with Cornell University faculty and program units for program evaluation guidance
Administrative Direction - 10%
- Assist with interpreting Association program direction, with the assistance of Supervisor and Advisory Committee, to plan educational programs.
- Assist with planning the delivery of established educational program goals.
- Assist with planning effective strategic external and internal communication efforts.
- Assist Supervisor in the design of a system of ongoing involvement of an advisory committee and other stakeholders who represent and communicate the demographics of the community.
- Assist Supervisor in planning for program expenses, communications, and strategic marketing.
Administrative Management - 5%
- Assist is solving problems and resolving conflicts that arise in the program, utilizing appropriate policies and procedures.
- Assist with identifying activities and resources needed to carry out program priorities and goals in consultation and collaboration with supervisor, program committees, staff, Cornell faculty, agency partners, and other community constituents.
- Assist in monitoring program financial status to ensure compliance with funding requirements, grant specifications, and adherence to Association strategies/Plan of Work.
- Support and assist with ensuring volunteer direction and management procedures are followed according to established policies and procedures (VIP) by providing guidance, leadership and resources for volunteers and volunteer leaders including recruitment, screening, orientation, training, evaluation, and management.
Administrative Coordination/Operation - 5%
- Assist with coordinating, compiling, and organizing existing program resources and program materials.
- Collect evaluation data from program participants.
- Assist Supervisor in coordinating program implementation activities and planning efforts.
- Complete and submit program reports and financial documentation to meet funding agency requirements.
- Assist with preparation and submitting grants/contracts for new or existing funding.
- Effectively maintain existing professional relationships with other agencies, organizations and businesses that promote effective communication and facilitate continued programming efforts.
- 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 data and information to assist with preparation of reports, impact statements, and success stories for funders, advisory committees, Board, and others as requested.
- This position may require 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.
- Participate in all required orientation, training, and/or in-service meetings and trainings as scheduled/required.
- 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.
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COMPENSATION and BENEFITS:
$22.00 to $23.00 per hour.
Excellent benefits, based on eligibility, including:
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Vacation, Sick and Personal time
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Paid Holidays
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NYS Health Insurance Program (including Dental Insurance)
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NYS Retirement
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Long-term Disability Insurance
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Voluntary Tax Deferred Annuity
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Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts
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Voluntary Group Universal Life Insurance
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Voluntary Personal Accidental Insurance
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Voluntary Legal Plan Insurance
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Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance
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Voluntary Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance
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Voluntary Pet Insurance
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Voluntary New York’s College Savings Program
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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 June 12, 2023
Contact Kimberly at wsbn-recruiter@cornell.edu 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 the system to pre-fill parts of the application.
To be considered all applicants are requested to:
(1) Complete all sections of the Online Application
(2) Upload/attach a Resume
(3) Upload/attach contact information for 4 Professional References
READ THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS BELOW TO BE SURE YOU ARE UPLOADING DOCUMENTS AS REQUESTED
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External Applicants (including current employees of other CCE offices): Submit application materials via the "APPLY" button located within this job posting. Please refer toApplying for a Job (External Candidatefor additional guidance.
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Internal Applicants (current employees working at this CCE office): Apply viaWorkdayunder 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.
______________________________________________________________________________
No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available.
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Job Title:
Level:
003
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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