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Job Title: Outreach Community Educator (English/Spanish Bilingual)
The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources seeks a highly motivated individual to serve as an Outreach Community Educator for our Fresno office. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting small-scale farmers and food businesses through outreach, extension education, technical assistance, and applied research activities.
Responsibilities:
We are seeking a qualified candidate with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to assist with the following duties:
• Develop and deliver bilingual educational materials, presentations, and workshops tailored to the needs of small-scale food and farming businesses.
• Provide technical assistance and extension support to farmers and micro-enterprises, including guidance on appropriately scaled tools, equipment, and technology.
• Assist with conducting outreach with small-scale farmers and food business owners, focusing on Spanish-speaking communities in Fresno, Madera, Merced, Kings, and Tulare Counties.
• Support program planning, scheduling, and evaluation, ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Prepare standardized communications, including bilingual website content, social media platforms, and newsletters, to effectively reach and engage target audiences.
• Build and maintain relationships with nonprofit partners, community organizations, and stakeholders serving Spanish-speaking populations.
Requirements:
- High school diploma and/or equivalent certification/experience/training
- Continuing education in related field required
- Organizational skills to develop a project plan, monitor plans against established deadlines, and review and analyze results
- Communication and interpersonal skills to engage with diverse audiences and facilitate bilingual interactions in English and Spanish
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in areas related to Community Development or Rural Studies, Agriculture or Agribusiness or Business Administration
- Experience planning and executing workshops, meetings, and outreach activities
- Familiarity with the challenges and opportunities faced by small-scale farmers and food businesses
- Knowledge of agricultural practices, tools, and technologies appropriate for small-scale farming
- Experience with digital communication tools such as websites, social media platforms, and content management system
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Must possess valid California Driver's License to drive a County or University vehicle
- Able to travel on a flexible schedule as needed
- Overtime and occasional weekend work may be requested
- Background check and fingerprinting may be required
TO APPLY: Please visit UC ANR Careers
