Position Information Classification Title Public Service Paraprofessional/Professional FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.0 Minimum Qualifications Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications. Preferred Qualifications Position Summary The State SNAP-Ed Program Assistant is a para‐professional who works with the UGA SNAP-Ed State team and County Extension Agents to support and deliver the SNAP-Ed programming in an assigned geographic area. This employee works cooperatively with all Extension faculty and staff where applicable and reports to administratively the UGA SNAP-Ed Program Coordinator and Nutrition Education Coordinator. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies * Ability to relate effectively with adults, youth, and families with limited resources. * Experience and skills in informal teaching, particularly in locations where individual with limited resources live and work. * Strong and effective communication skills and experience engaging diverse groups and organizations * Proficient in leading virtual meetings and delivering online education utilizing platforms such as Zoom, YouTube, Facebook, among others. Physical Demands * Some degree of physical activity, including lifting, to conduct programs (e.g., handling supplies and demonstration materials, audio/visual equipment, etc.). * Some standing and/or sitting for various lengths of time. * Working in various seasonal weather conditions for outside activities. * Driving as needed to perform job duties. Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities * Responsible for paraprofessional work under the supervision and direction of the Program Coordinator and Nutrition Education Coordinator. * Plans, organizes, schedules, and conducts nutrition and food safety classes for limited-resource clients, including youth and adults with children at various assigned locations at flexible times of the day, including non-traditional programming hours (e.g., evenings and weekends) * Assists the state staff in providing information requested by clients and exhibiting qualities of independent judgment. * Assist with organizing, conducting, and assisting in the evaluation of nutrition education programs for low-income adults and youth. * Support the work of staff members to ensure that program goals are met and resources are used effectively. Percentage of time 60 Duties/Responsibilities * Coordinates and implements various outreach activities to promote eLearning, and social marketing campaigns. * Conducts outreach events and recruits direct program participants. Assists ongoing and new Policy, Systems, and Environmental change (PSE) interventions (e.g., identifying food pantries in selected communities for needs assessment, environmental scan, cooking demonstration, nutrition education, and PSE activities). Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities * Assists the state staff with new employee training sessions and onboarding activities. * Assists the training and coordination of volunteers for various SNAP-Ed nutrition education and outreach activities. Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities * Assists with Extension / SNAP-Ed events across the state. Percentage of time 10 Contact Information Recruitment Contact Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name Edda Cotta-Rivera Recruitment Contact Email [email protected] Recruitment Contact Phone Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents * Resume/CV * Cover Letter Optional Documents Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact University HR ([email protected]). The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.