Nutrition Extension Assistant (Part-Time) | University of Nebraska Lincoln Job at University of Nebraska Lincoln, Lincoln, NE

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  • University of Nebraska Lincoln
  • Lincoln, NE

Job Description

Requisition Number: S_241072

Department: NE Ext Engagement Zone 9-12358

Description of Work:

The Nutrition Education Program ( NEP ) in Nebraska helps families on a limited budget make healthier food choices and choose physically active lifestyles by acquiring the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behavior changes necessary to improve their health.

As a Nutrition Extension Assistant, you will:
  • Transform lives by teaching (planning and implementing) and evaluating approved educational programming in basic nutrition, food preparation and resource management, physical activity, and/or other grant specific deliverables for low-income audiences in assigned counties.
  • Access learners at appropriate places and times, requiring the ability to travel within service area.

This position is part time, .60 FTE , 24 hours per week. Position is located in Lincoln, NE and serves Lancaster county. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Extension Assistant.

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we are committed to advancing knowledge, enriching lives, and contributing to the global community.

We invest in our employees through comprehensive benefits including:

  • Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • A diverse and inclusive workplace

We are looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and make a difference!

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: .

Minimum Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree required. Degree must be completed by start date.
  • Demonstrated ability to teach.
  • Ability to keep accurate records and prepare reports.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

The qualifications listed below are preferred, but not required.

  • Bachelor's degree with emphasis in nutrition, exercise and health sciences or closely related field.
  • Experience with health related work through other organizations as an employee or volunteer.
  • Previous teaching experience.
  • Previous work with low-income individuals or community groups.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, leadership and teamwork skills.
  • Knowledge of spreadsheet, presentation and data management software preferred.
  • Previous experience with program implementation and evaluation a plus.
  • Ability to speak language(s) other than English, Spanish preferred.

Posted Salary: $24,000/yr

Job Type: Part-Time

About University of Nebraska Lincoln

With over 25,000 students, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a diverse educational insitution with international stature. The intellectual center for the state of Nebraska and beyond, we are a land-grant, top tier national research-extensive insitution. Part of the Big Ten conference, Big Ten Academic Alliance, our mission includes growing relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change lives.

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