Utah State University Extension invites applications for a Extension Program Coordinator I position in the Home and Community Department and is based in Millard County. This is an exempt position at 1.0 FTE. 

Utah State University Extension implements, evaluates, and coordinates research-based educational programs to enhance the quality of life for youth and adults. They also recruit, train, and supervise volunteer leaders, acting as liaisons between local clientele, resource agencies, and Utah State University. 

Key responsibilities include planning and coordinating Create Better Health and Food Preservation programs, such workshops and educational activities. Collaboration with community partners and H&C faculty is integral to improving healthy food access and physical activity opportunities, providing outreach and education through social media, and delivering Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) programs related to Food Preservation, nutrition, health, and wellness. Additional duties involve reporting program progress and impacts, recruiting partner agencies and clients, and ensuring adherence to federal guidelines and SNAP-Ed policies.

An office will be provided at the USU Extension office in Delta, Utah.  

The estimated start date for this position is July 1, 2025.

More information about Utah State University Extension and the Home and Community Department can be found here: https://youtu.be/XvXITaFAltE  

This position has two main roles:  

• 25% of the time will be spent providing Millard County with Family and Consumer Science-related education, specifically food preservation.
• 75% of the time will be spent working with low-income individuals and families providing nutrition education and policy, systems, and environment approaches in the county through the Create Better Health (SNAP-Ed) Program.  

Teaching and Education: 

• Develop, implement, and evaluate programs in food preservation, nutrition education for adults and youth.
• Deliver established and approved Create Better Health curriculum covering basic nutrition, food safety, food budgeting, and physical activity education to groups eligible for SNAP benefits.
• Conducts face-to-face, and/or online classes on family and consumer sciences topics to members of the community.
• Facilitate workshops at public events like farmers’ markets, county fairs, and other community gatherings. 

Program Management and Reporting: 

• Pursue internal and external funding to support Extension programming including Create Better Health, and oversight of an ambassador to assist in county programming.
• Document impacts and produce scholarly publications based on Extension programming, including providing accurate and timely reports to the Create Better Health state office and through Watermark (previously known as Digital Measures).
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. 

Outreach and Partnerships: 

• Develop partnerships and employ innovative approaches to reach clientele and new audiences.
• Recruit program participants through various channels like personal contact, advertising, social media, and collaborating with agencies like DWS.
• Plan and coordinate with various organizations and agencies, including USU, DWS, WIC, local health departments, senior centers, schools, churches, and community organizations.
• Serve and collaborate with other Extension County faculty and specialists, University personnel, community and government agencies, and stakeholders.

Compliance and Professional Development: 

• Understand and adhere to USDA and USU guidelines.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with the code of conduct required by DWS.
• Keep certifications and trainings up-to-date.
• May train and direct student employees, volunteers, and/or graduate students. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• 4+ years of related work experience equivalent to an associate degree plus two years of related work experience; or a bachelor’s degree in family and consumer sciences, public health, nutrition, food sciences, social work, mental health, psychology, finance, business, human development, family studies, health and wellness or related areas or significant experience related to the position.  
• Extensive experience in SNAP-Ed (7+ years)
• Ability to plan, organize and direct educational programs 
• Experience in teaching adult and/or youth audiences 
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills 
• Ability to act as a liaison between federal, state, university and county clientele 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member 
• Valid driver’s license to perform essential job responsibilities, such as driving university vehicles and transporting material 
• Must have access to reliable transportation to and from work site(s), including maintaining compliance with USU driving policy.  
• Must be willing to work with community leaders, partners, agencies, and USU county faculty and state specialists to meet various county needs in the program areas described in the position summary, including reaching diverse audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Program development and/or delivery related to area of expertise, as listed above or similar. 
• Using various technology platforms for the creation and dissemination of educational webinars, online classes, and educational video productions.
• Implementing applied research and evidence-based activities.
• Recruiting, supervising, and working with staff and volunteers.
• Working with diverse, low-income, rural, and under-served audiences.
• Marketing and community engagement via social media.
• Willing and able to collaborate with colleagues via partnerships and working groups to meet the diverse needs of communities.
• Fostering positive relationships with related organizations, agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Public speaking and presenting.
• Willingness and ability to reach various cultural diversity needs within the county, including Latino programming.
• Experience with food preservation.
• Prior experience with the Land Grant University System.
• Knowledge of USU Extension and understanding of Millard County demographics. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to interact with youth, faculty, and/or volunteers in a team environment.
• Knowledge of information-gathering methods and procedures.
• Familiarity with family and consumer sciences topics, including, but not limited to, nutrition, food preparation, textiles, parenting, and financial literacy.
• Skilled in organizing resources, establishing priorities, and record maintenance.
• Proficiency in using educational technology tools to enhance teaching and learning.
• Knowledge of communication principles, media, and marketing techniques.
• Ability to exercise high level of creativity, decision making, problem solving, and discretion as work is varied and may be undefined.
• Skilled in use of personal computers and related software applications.

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV"
2. Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile
3. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.

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