Position Highlights
The Community Outreach Assistant II will recruit/outreach, plan/develop, teach and deliver approved curriculum to limited income adults, families and youth in Pinal County on the lifelong learning and improvement of life-skills in nutrition, health, physical activity and home management practices.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities
- Become knowledgeable in prescribed curriculums and materials to be able to plan, deliver and educate eligible program participants in the area of nutrition, healthy living, physical activity and related disciplines.
- Implement pre and post assessments for all program participants, log participant data into program databases and monitor progress.
- Maintain and complete all forms on a regular basis that are required by both EFNEP and the University of Arizona.
- Identify and recruit eligible adults, families and youth by gathering preliminary data and information on potential participants within assigned geographic area to educate using the prescribed curriculums of nutrition education and related disciplines.
- Participate and attend all mandatory and required trainings and meetings for professional development in the further education of our nutrition education program.
- Assist supervisor with establishing contacts with appropriate community programs and services to create and maintain partnerships to be able to offer our nutrition education program. Assist and maintain communication with supervisor on participant progress.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Able to recruit limited resource participants in the community.
- Ability to work effectively as a team member and/or independently and respond positively to supervision.
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines and complete required program reports.
- Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
- Ability to and willingness to work with various audiences and maintain cultural sensitivity.
- Ability and willingness to work with a high degree of integrity, accuracy, organization, professional judgement and ability to handle confidential information.
- Ability to facilitate educational sessions.
- Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position, ability to travel to different locations in Pinal County to deliver the EFNEP nutrition classes.
This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40
Job FTE: 1.00
Work Calendar: Fiscal
Job Category: Outreach and Community Engagement
Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay: $16.50 - $20.63
Compensation Type: hourly rate
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Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
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Career Stream and Level
OC2
Job Family
Cmty Outreach
Job Function
Outreach & Community Engage
Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Contact Information for Candidates
Jennifer Gardner-Smith, Business Manager, Senior;
jmgardne@arizona.edu
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter