What are the responsibilities and job description for the Agent Assistant - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (Tuscaloosa County) position at Auburn?
Position Details
Position Information
Requisition Number
S4283P
Home Org Name
Tuscaloosa County
Division Name
AL Cooperative Extension System
Position Title
Agent Assistant - Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (Tuscaloosa County)
Job Class Code
CA01A / B
Appointment Status
Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term
Limited Term Length
12 months or more
Job Summary
Join the Tuscaloosa County Extension Office as an Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program ( EFNEP ) Agent Assistant . This role will serve Tuscaloosa County office, with a home location in Tuscaloosa, AL . This limited-term position is contingent on extramural funding; funding for this program has been continuous for over 50 years.
About EFNEP
The EFNEP is a federally funded program that uses a peer educator model to teach families, youth, and pregnant women with limited incomes. Programming covers basic nutrition, cooking, food safety, resource management, food security, and physical activity.
About ACES
Discover a rewarding career with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System ( ACES ), the outreach arm of Auburn University and Alabama A&M University's land grant mission. Our science-based education programs reach all 67 County Extension Offices and various teaching sites across Alabama, enhancing the quality of life and economic well-being of individuals.
About Auburn :
At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.
Why Employees Choose Auburn
Forbes Magazine named Auburn University one of Alabama's best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years. Learn more about Auburn's generous employee benefits, impact, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie / working-for-auburn .
Essential Functions
- Possesses or is willing to gain knowledge about food and nutrition as they relate to a healthy and affordable diet for a family.
- Provides education to multiple groups and individuals through a series of nutrition education classes.
- Creates a positive, hands-on learning experience for participants.
- Actively seeks out and builds new partnerships to maintain a consistent teaching schedule.
- Recruits and retains eligible participants for EFNEP class series.
- Follows EFNEP guidelines and uses approved EFNEP nutrition education curriculum with participants.
- Maintains accurate records, including entry and exit paperwork, attendance sheets, travel logs, budget reports, EFNEP supply inventory, etc.
- Maintains a caseload according to EFNEP policies and procedures.
- Maintains a high level of communication with supervisors, mentors, and other program staff.
- Reports to the County Extension Director assigned as supervisor of record.
- Receives initial and continuous training from EFNEP state staff, supervisor, and fellow educators.
- Follows established guidelines as required by State and CSREES / USDA .
The Agent Assistant will work a flexible 40-hour work week schedule that may include some early mornings and late afternoons, based on the needs of participants.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Level I- High school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years of experience in the organization and / or presentation of pre-designed educational programs / services, customer service, social work, administrative support / clerical or related experience.
Level II- High school diploma or equivalent plus 6 years of experience in the organization and / or presentation of pre-designed educational programs / services, customer service, social work, administrative support / clerical or related experience.
Substitutions allowed for Experience :
Related higher education degrees accepted in lieu of experience, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
Desired Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Salary Range
33,540 - $50,480
Job Category
Education / Instructional
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in :
Tuscaloosa
State position is located :
Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date
02 / 26 / 2025
Closing Date
03 / 12 / 2025
EEO Statement
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity (AA / EEO ) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.
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Salary : $33,540 - $50,480
