Extension Assistant

Job Title

Extension Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service

Department

Enp - Adult - Elpaso

Proposed Minimum Salary

$3,907.34 monthly

Job Location

El Paso, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Job Description Summary

The Extension Assistant works in the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program known as EFNEP. This position, with training and supervision, teaches (in-person and/or virtually) about nutrition, food resource management, food safety, and physical activity in culturally sensitive and appropriate ways for adults and youth, for low-income audiences in various community locations. This position also serves as a mid-level supervisor and assists with program oversight. 

This position is funded by a Federal grant and is therefore contingent upon availability of funds.

Responsibilities

• Recruits adults and youth who meet program guidelines.

• Uses research-based, approved educational materials to instruct youth and adults either in-person and/or virtually.

• Prepares food for recipes and instructs youth and adults through food demonstrations.

• Works with diverse audiences.

• Collects and tracks program data

• Assists in supervising and/or training Nutrition Education Assistants and/or Associates when needed.

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree

• No prior experience required

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Preferred degree in nutrition, public health, family and consumer sciences or field closely related to the scope of job responsibilities.

• One year of relevant professional experience. Experience equivalency may be considered if related and relevant to job responsibilities. 

• Experience with low resource audiences and working cooperatively with support systems, networks, and agency programs available for low-income people/low resource audience.

• Experience teaching groups of people.

Required Knowledge, Abilities, & Skills

• Proficient computer skills – Microsoft Office programs – Word and Power Point; Excel, etc.

• Working knowledge of Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams to conduct virtual lessons

• Ability to communicate effectively with adults and youth. 

• Ability to follow a curriculum including teaching and speaking publicly, strong communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse audience.

• Ability to work independently, be self-motivated and give attention to detail and maintain accurate records.

• Ability to keep written logs of activities, complete reports, and organize materials.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

• Knowledge or teaching experience related to nutrition, food safety, food resource management and physical activity topics, guidelines, and best practices.

• Familiar with the community where the position is located.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Must be willing to work necessary hours to fulfill job responsibilities (some evenings and weekends). Hours worked will not exceed 40 per week. 

• This position will require daily travel to multiple work sites in county. Must be willing to travel to required trainings outside of county.

• Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – EFNEP does not provide transportation and the position requires access to reliable transportation. The agency will follow applicable policies if personal vehicle is used, which may include reimbursement at a pre-established rate.

• Must be able to lift, carry, and/or otherwise move instructional materials weighing up to 40 lbs from vehicle to work site and from work site to vehicle.

Preferred Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:

• Valid driver’s license.

• Current liability insurance.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.