University of Arkansas
Overview
The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) Program Assistant works for an assigned county Extension program under the supervision of a county Agent in the program area of EFNEP. This is a non-clerical position; this is a community-focused position where the EFNEP Program Assistant will recruit participants and provide nutrition education to families with limited resources. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process and require reasonable accommodations, please contact the Division's Office of Program & Employment Compliance at compliance@uada.edu. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 501-671-2219 or 479-502-9820. Responsibilities
Recruit participants and provide nutrition education to families with limited resources within an assigned county Extension program. Work under the supervision of a county Agent in EFNEP. Apply program activities in line with EFNEP goals and guidelines. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
— High school diploma or equivalent required. Must agree to comply with the Youth Protection policy, including authorized release of relevant Arkansas Child Abuse & Neglect Central Registry records. Ability to work without close supervision is required. Transportation for use on the job with liability insurance in effect is required. Preferred Qualifications
— Some College desirable. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
— Ability to conduct programs & work with all clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally & in writing. Ability to keep accurate records & submit timely reports of activities. Ability to respond positively to supervisor direction. Ability to work without close daily supervision. Additional Information
Applicants are required to upload a Resume, Cover letter, and a list of three (3) references including name, phone number and email address prior to submitting the application. Once submitted, the applicant will not be able to edit the application or upload additional documents. If you have technical issues uploading a document or need to provide additional documentation after submitting, email humanresources@uada.edu. Salary
Starting salary - $34,000 Required Documents to Apply
Cover Letter/Letter of Application List of three Professional References (name, email, business title) Resume Department
Family & Consumer Science EFNEP Management Recruitment Contact
Dr. Teresa Henson-Assistant Professor-Nutrition/EFNEP thenson@uada.edu 501-671-2239 Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements
Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Records Check, Sex Offender Registry. The University may conduct pre-employment background checks on positions; background check information will be used in a non-discriminatory manner consistent with law. Equal Opportunity
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is an equal opportunity institution. It does not discriminate in its education programs or activities on the basis of protected status. Questions about Title IX may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator and the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
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The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) Program Assistant works for an assigned county Extension program under the supervision of a county Agent in the program area of EFNEP. This is a non-clerical position; this is a community-focused position where the EFNEP Program Assistant will recruit participants and provide nutrition education to families with limited resources. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process and require reasonable accommodations, please contact the Division's Office of Program & Employment Compliance at compliance@uada.edu. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 501-671-2219 or 479-502-9820. Responsibilities
Recruit participants and provide nutrition education to families with limited resources within an assigned county Extension program. Work under the supervision of a county Agent in EFNEP. Apply program activities in line with EFNEP goals and guidelines. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
— High school diploma or equivalent required. Must agree to comply with the Youth Protection policy, including authorized release of relevant Arkansas Child Abuse & Neglect Central Registry records. Ability to work without close supervision is required. Transportation for use on the job with liability insurance in effect is required. Preferred Qualifications
— Some College desirable. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
— Ability to conduct programs & work with all clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally & in writing. Ability to keep accurate records & submit timely reports of activities. Ability to respond positively to supervisor direction. Ability to work without close daily supervision. Additional Information
Applicants are required to upload a Resume, Cover letter, and a list of three (3) references including name, phone number and email address prior to submitting the application. Once submitted, the applicant will not be able to edit the application or upload additional documents. If you have technical issues uploading a document or need to provide additional documentation after submitting, email humanresources@uada.edu. Salary
Starting salary - $34,000 Required Documents to Apply
Cover Letter/Letter of Application List of three Professional References (name, email, business title) Resume Department
Family & Consumer Science EFNEP Management Recruitment Contact
Dr. Teresa Henson-Assistant Professor-Nutrition/EFNEP thenson@uada.edu 501-671-2239 Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements
Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Records Check, Sex Offender Registry. The University may conduct pre-employment background checks on positions; background check information will be used in a non-discriminatory manner consistent with law. Equal Opportunity
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is an equal opportunity institution. It does not discriminate in its education programs or activities on the basis of protected status. Questions about Title IX may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator and the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
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