Cass County Extension Agent Family Nutrition Program

Position Description:
The Extension Agent, Family Nutrition Program will work collaboratively with a team of Extension professionals and other agencies and organizations to provide direct teaching to adults and youth and other community outreach related to food, nutrition and physical activity. The position targets Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program ( SNAP )-eligible households and is supervised by the NDSU Extension Family Nutrition Program Coordinator.
This is a full-time position with NDSU Extension, contingent on the availability of funds to support the program.
This position includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
Educate
• Teach, deliver and evaluate programs in food and nutrition, food preparation and physical activity to youth and adults from eligible households.
Successful Extension programs will require you to:
- Conduct needs assessment and issues identification that result in educational experiences that meet the needs of the target audience.
- Interpret and integrate pertinent research information into educational programs.
- Evaluate participants' progress and overall program effectiveness.
- Market the impact of the educational programs delivered.
- Cultivate a strong relationship with and use multiple media outlets and resources.
Collaborate and Facilitate
• Build partnerships and collaborate with county, state and federal governmental units, local organizations, businesses and others to provide a comprehensive program in nutrition education and outreach targeting eligible households.
• Identify and implement community engagement strategies to initiate and expand community food and wellness projects.
• Collaborate with staff at North Dakota State University and throughout the NDSU Extension to conduct programs.
• Encourage families to utilize assistance provided through community services and Federal food assistance programs.
• Identify and resolve barriers to program participation.
Other
• Assure compliance with equal opportunity policies.
• Participate in professional development experiences offered by the NDSU Extension and other entities as appropriate.
• Perform other duties assigned in support of Extension programming.
• Maintain and submit records accurately and on time. Manage operating budget.
• Some travel required.
Behavioral expectations include:
• Work ethically, with integrity, and respect confidentiality.
• Contribute to an environment of cooperative, supportive and positive working relationships with co-workers and clientele. Promote a healthy work environment and support everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Resolve differences constructively. Use tact and courtesy at all times.
• Use effective time management. Be prompt in attendance for work and meetings and be fully engaged.
• Exhibit positive attitude, image and personal motivation. Be a professional at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's degree in Family and Consumer Science, Food and Nutrition, Education, or a closely related discipline.
2. Evidence of course work, professional development or work experience related to this position. In addition, the academic capacity to enroll in a relevant graduate program in the future.
3. Skills that demonstrate knowledge and expertise in one or more of these disciplines and the understanding necessary to communicate the knowledge and its application to other disciplines.
4. Program development and educational design skills to assess needs and issues and develop, deliver and evaluate comprehensive learning experiences that help diverse youth and adult audiences enhance their lives and communities.
5. Information and educational technology skills necessary to reach and teach diverse audiences, work and communicate effectively, manage time and resources, and enhance one's ability to find, evaluate and disseminate information.
6. Communication skills in oral, written and listening, developing and conveying a clear concise message appropriate for the audience and for working effectively with others.
7. Organizational management skills including the ability to conduct oneself professionally, be self-directed in the work environment, work flexible hours which may include evenings and weekends, manage time and resources, and keep good records to efficiently accomplish the duties of the position.
8. Familiarity with various ethnic and socioeconomic audiences, an interest and ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds, and a commitment to the principles of diversity.
9. Personal vehicle and valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:
1. Work experience in food and nutrition education.
2. Demonstrated work or volunteer experience with low income families.
3. Leadership and/or teaching experience.
4. Knowledge of community-based programming, the geographic area and existing community partners to be served.
5. Experience in working with diverse individuals and environments.
6. Understanding of policy, systems and environmental ( PSE ) change efforts for health promotion.

Open Until Filled: Yes
Search Type: Internal/External Simultaneously: Open to all applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Screening will begin March 6, 2019 and continue until the position is filled.

Applicants must also provide complete contact information for three additional persons (must be different than those listed on application) familiar with their professional training and/or experience. Attach that required information in Other Documents 1.

No Smoking Notice:
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. • 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement:
North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable

Veteran's Preference Notice: This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.
Location (City, State): Fargo, ND

Posting Specific Questions

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1. * How did you hear about this position?
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3. * Do you now or will you in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?
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   • Yes
4. Are you a North Dakota resident?
   • Yes
   • No
5. Do you qualify for North Dakota veteran's preference?
   • Yes
   • No
6. If yes, list exact dates of service:
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7. Do you qualify for North Dakota disabled veteran's preference?
   • Yes
   • No
8. * Do you now or will you in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?
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   • No
9. * Do you have a valid driver's license?
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   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. Unofficial Transcript 1
4. Other Document 1

Optional Documents

1. Veterans Preference Claim Form (DD214)
2. Veterans Administration Letter
3. Unofficial Transcript 2
4. Other Document 2