What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nutrition Education Assistant position at Oklahoma State University?
About Us:
The mission of the Community Nutrition Education Programs (CNEP) is to educate and empower limited-resource families and youth to improve nutrition and physical activity behaviors.
CNEP encompasses the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed), known as the Oklahoma Nutrition Education (ONE) program in our state. Our nutrition lessons focus on diet quality, food safety, physical activity, food security and food resource management.
Our Nutrition Education Assistants (NEA’s) provide research-based, hands-on learning experiences for families and youth at no cost.
For more information, please visit: https://extension.okstate.edu/programs/community-nutrition-education-program/index.html
The position is located in Tulsa, OK and is 100% funded using a combination of federal and grant dollars.
This position is responsible for recruiting and teaching individuals and/or groups of low-income adults and/or youth eligible to receive SNAP benefits. It provides community outreach to agencies and organizations in targeted areas to motivate participants to develop healthier eating habits for their families.
Requires travel within assigned county, district, and state. Occasional overnight travel. Travel budget provided.
Continuation of employment is based upon need, performance, and available funding.
There are lots of great reasons to work at OSU, check out our great benefits and eligibility at https://hr.okstate.edu/prospective-ee.html
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references.
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
Required:
High School/GED with 1 year of work experience.
Valid driver’s license. Reliable transportation for travel connected with official duties. Reimbursement for official travel.
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
Ability to work effectively as a team member and independently. Ability to respond positively to supervision. Ability to read, write, and use people skills to relate to the audience to convey key educational messages. Ability to meet deadlines and complete required program reports.
Preferred: Previous successful work experience. Interest in learning and then teaching nutrition related information. Prior teaching experience (formal or informal). Experience working with computers/internet-based programs. Ability to conduct educational sessions in Spanish (if applicable).
Oklahoma State University (OSU) 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, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.
The mission of the Community Nutrition Education Programs (CNEP) is to educate and empower limited-resource families and youth to improve nutrition and physical activity behaviors.
CNEP encompasses the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed), known as the Oklahoma Nutrition Education (ONE) program in our state. Our nutrition lessons focus on diet quality, food safety, physical activity, food security and food resource management.
Our Nutrition Education Assistants (NEA’s) provide research-based, hands-on learning experiences for families and youth at no cost.
For more information, please visit: https://extension.okstate.edu/programs/community-nutrition-education-program/index.html
The position is located in Tulsa, OK and is 100% funded using a combination of federal and grant dollars.
This position is responsible for recruiting and teaching individuals and/or groups of low-income adults and/or youth eligible to receive SNAP benefits. It provides community outreach to agencies and organizations in targeted areas to motivate participants to develop healthier eating habits for their families.
Requires travel within assigned county, district, and state. Occasional overnight travel. Travel budget provided.
Continuation of employment is based upon need, performance, and available funding.
There are lots of great reasons to work at OSU, check out our great benefits and eligibility at https://hr.okstate.edu/prospective-ee.html
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references.
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
Required:
High School/GED with 1 year of work experience.
Valid driver’s license. Reliable transportation for travel connected with official duties. Reimbursement for official travel.
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
Ability to work effectively as a team member and independently. Ability to respond positively to supervision. Ability to read, write, and use people skills to relate to the audience to convey key educational messages. Ability to meet deadlines and complete required program reports.
Preferred: Previous successful work experience. Interest in learning and then teaching nutrition related information. Prior teaching experience (formal or informal). Experience working with computers/internet-based programs. Ability to conduct educational sessions in Spanish (if applicable).
Oklahoma State University (OSU) 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, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.
