Program Assistant I – Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

  • Iowa State University Human Resource Services
  • Polk County, Iowa
  • Oct 22, 2020
Part time Administrative

Job Description

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is seeking applicants for an Extension Program Assistant I that will work with the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) through ISU Extension and Outreach in Polk County. Under general supervision, position assists in conducting extension education programs by extending information such as meal planning, money management, nutrition, human development, and citizenship to specifically identified audiences.

This position requires modeling of healthy diet and exercise behaviors. The duties of this position require the ability to keep accurate records (written or electronic), communicate effectively with a variety of people, communicate clearly through virtual presentations, maintain strong communication through virtual means, speak and write in English, follow instructions and travel to various locations in order to conduct extension educations programs.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares and presents lessons from a standardized curriculum to individuals or small groups either via in-person classes or virtual platform such as video chat or phone call .

• Visits or connects virtually with agency partners and clientele within specifically identified audiences to involve them in individual or small group learning experiences.

• Extends information through a variety of methods such as demonstrations, pamphlets, seminars, video conferences, phone calls, emails, etc. to clientele within specifically identified audiences.

• Maintains appropriate records of participants progress and prepares reports.

• Assists clientele by providing information on resources available in the community and making referrals.

• Makes arrangements for meeting facilities (either in-person or virtually), sets dates and times for classes, collects and organizes educational materials, and makes appointments with participants.

• Participates in regular conferences and training as scheduled either in-person or virtually.

• Recruits program participants and volunteers.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of community resources.

• Knowledge of issues and facts relating to the educational program.

• Ability to read, understand and execute oral and written instructions.

• Ability to keep accurate records.

• Ability to communicate with a variety of people.

• Ability to transport educational materials necessary for the job to the seminar site.

Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against.

Occupations

General-Other: Administrative-Clerical, General-Other: Project-Program Management, Nutrition and Diet, General-Other: Customer Support-Client Care

URL

https://isu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/IowaStateJobs/job/Altoona-IA/EFNEP-Program-Assistant-I---Polk-County--Bilingual---Spanish-_R3427