Nutrition Program Educator

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Herkimer County is seeking an Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) Nutrition Educator to work in the Oneida County area.

Position Summary: The EFNEP Nutrition Educator delivers public education to improve healthy food and lifestyle choices among limited resource families and individuals encompassing all age groups in various locations throughout Oneida County and the city of Utica. This includes presenting a series of 8 to 10 lessons that focus on general nutrition, food preparation, food safety and food budgeting. Nutrition education may take place at local organizations or in participant homes virtually via Zoom, phone or in person. Recruitment of participants is also included as part of the workday. The individual will collect and manage participant data ensuring confidentiality at all times. This is a full-time position (35 hours / week) at a starting pay of $19.50 / hour.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to work well with a variety of people (including agency staff) and provide a role model for clientele; interest in helping others.

Knowledge of basic food safety, cooking, and nutrition.

Ability to work and motivate participants in one-on-one and group situations.

Knowledge of Oneida County and local human service agencies I referral sources preferred.

Ability to work flexible hours as necessary (including some evenings and weekends).

Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, set own schedule, and work efficiently.

Good writing, oral, mathematical, and organizational skills, including proficiency with Microsoft-based software (including PowerPoint) and experience with various social media platforms (including Facebook) and working knowledge of Zoom.

Minimum Degree of Experience: Associate degree or equivalent. High School Diploma/GED and one year transferrable program/functional experience can substitute for associate degree. Must be able to meet travel requirements of this position. Mileage will be reimbursed for business use.

Benefits: Salary plus excellent benefits including vacation, sick, and personal time, paid holidays, and optional NYS Health Insurance (including Dental Insurance), NYS Retirement, and other voluntary benefits.

Date Position Available: October 1, 2024

How to Apply: : All applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and three work references through Workday. For the link to Workday and information on how to apply, see our website at cce.cornell.edu/herkimer, click on the announcement for the position on the home page. Applications will not be considered any other way.

Review of applications will begin immediately, until a suitable candidate is hired.