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Description:

This position will assist in the implementation of the SNAP -Ed program on a local level by providing direct and indirect nutrition education to the SNAP eligible population throughout the state. Supports the Speedway to Healthy Exhibit by conducting exhibit tours for youth grades K-5; assists with delivery of programs through partnerships with community based organizations, schools, etc. that serve the SNAP eligible audience; and administers pre-/post-tests and evaluations to provide input for routine outcome reporting.

The vision for the SNAP -Ed (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Education Program) is to empower participants to improve behaviors related to nutrition and physical activity in accordance with current Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the USDA food guidance. This position supports the need for nutrition education programs to positively address the increasing rates of obesity, poor nutrition, and lack of access to healthy foods, especially in low income populations.

The SNAP -Ed Program Assistant will be located in Albemarle, N.C., Stanly County.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit:

Nationally recognized for its leadership and excellence in STEM education and research, N.C. A&T is classified as “R2-High Research Activity” in the Carnegie Classifications and is poised to achieve “R1-Very High Research Activity” status. It also holds Carnegie’s earned credential in Community Engagement and the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities ( APLU ) Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation. With an annual economic impact of $2.4 billion, N.C. A&T plays a vital role as a higher-education economic driver in North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region and across a state that is ranked No. 1 in the nation for the second straight year as “best for business” by the CNBC financial network.

The mission of the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences ( CAES ) is to provide opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds to achieve excellence through intellectual and technological advancements in the food, agricultural, environmental and life sciences that will cultivate and enhance their potential for global leadership, productivity and competitiveness. The goals of the CAES are three-fold: (1) Provide learning experiences through which students gain in-depth competencies, knowledge and skills which will ensure their success in the changing environments and improve the quality of life for the citizens of our community, state and nation, (2) Enhance, expand and integrate quality teaching, research, extension and international programs and (3) Strengthen the integration and use of effective cutting edge information and technologies.

Cooperative Extension at North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University serves limited resource communities by providing practical research/evidenced based programs in the areas of 4-H and Youth Development; Agricultural and Natural Resources; Community and Rural Development; and Family and Consumer Sciences. Family and Consumer Sciences programs are delivered to help individuals, families and communities 1) live a healthy life, 2) sustain/achieve financial capacity; and 3) have healthy family relationships.

Internal job number: 009635

Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred:

Some college credit hours completed.

Knowledge of the low income community’s infrastructure and culture.

Computer skills including data entry, e-mail communication skills, and computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly MS Word and Excel.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Time management, budgeting, and financial management skills.

The following abilities demonstrated through experience:

Ability to learn nutrition and nutrition related information as outlined in the project and teach nutrition/food safety/thrifty food shopping/food preparation/physical activity in classroom settings (training will be provided).

Ability to adapt to change as the audience and/or the program changes.

Ability to network with other individuals and agency representatives, to work with others, and to recruit participants.

Ability to work in high-pressure atmosphere while maintaining a pleasant and professional demeanor.

Ability to adhere to operational policies and procedures.

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Job Closing Date: 05/30/2025