"Elbert County FACS Agent"

Position Summary

Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) Agents provide education and outreach programs in foods and nutrition, teaching participants how to make eating and physical activity modifications that can reduce risk for type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, some cancers and arthritis. This benefits the community by lowering medical costs, preventing lost productivity at the work place and at home, and reducing morbidity and mortality overall. This position is responsible for coordinating the FACS educational program in the geographic area offering programs about food safety, parenting, money management, nutrition, and related subject matter areas. It collaborates with other agencies and community groups to plan and implement educational programs, provides leadership for Program Assistants in delivering FACS programs, and utilizes the expertise of advisory groups, community leaders, public officials and representatives of intended audiences to analyze data, identify needs, and assist in developing educational programs. It targets specific audiences for educational programs addressing critical issues identified in plan of work and implements the CAES Civil Rights/Equal Opportunity plan. It also develops and conducts relevant interdisciplinary programs with other staff members based on critical issues.

This position requires frequent night meetings, some weekend work, and attendance at out-of-county meetings. A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable private vehicle for official duty travel are required. Reimbursement for business travel will be provided. Transportation of others including 4-H Youth and adult clientele is also a common and necessary function of the job. 4-H competitions, overnight camps, and other events are conducted at district and state levels and necessitate travel and transport of participants.

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Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants who apply by October 18, 2025, will be fully considered.

Posting Details

Posting Number: F2485P

Working Title: Elbert County FACS Agent

Department: CAES-Northeast District CES

About the University of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department: https://extension.uga.edu/county-offices/elbert.html

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Anticipated Start Date: 11/01/2025

Job Posting Date: 09/17/2025

Location of Vacancy: NE District

Position Information

Classification Title: Public Service Professional AC

Faculty Rank: Open Rank

Contract Type: Fiscal (12 mo.)

Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications: A Master’s degree in Family and Consumer Sciences, Food & Nutrition, Food Science/Safety, Public Health, Human Development, Financial Management, Housing, or related area. A Bachelor’s degree is acceptable for a Public Service Provisional appointment.

Additional Requirements: A Bachelor’s degree is acceptable for a Public Service Provisional appointment. This provisional faculty classification is offered for no more than three years without review. You may apply for a regular service faculty appointment upon completion of an advanced degree or successful progression through the public service promotion process. See the University of Georgia Guidelines for Appointments and Promotions for Public Service and Outreach Academic Rank for complete details.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification: A Master’s degree is preferred.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office suite; Ability to speak to/teach large groups of participants; Ability to organize and carry out activities and programming for youth and adults; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county, district, and state staff; local government employees; and clientele; Ability to show high standards of professionalism in personal contacts, appearance, and work habits; Ability to express thoughts clearly and concisely through written and verbal communication; Ability to work as a team member and engage with groups and committees; Ability to design, coordinate, and teach educational programs to meet community needs; Proven skills in leadership and management.

Physical Demands: Not specified.

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 driving a responsibility of this position?: Yes

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?: Yes

Duties/Responsibilities

Responsible for managing the Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) program in the assigned county(ies) by providing educational opportunities in nutrition, food safety, parenting, money management, and related subject matter areas to a wide variety of audiences utilizing multiple teaching methods: Develops a plan of work that is equitable in meeting the needs of the county’s varied socio-economic population; Develops and conducts relevant interdisciplinary programs with other staff members based on critical issues; Collaborates with other agencies and community groups to plan and implement programs; Conducts promotional efforts to expand the public’s view of extension programming; Utilizes the expertise of and works closely with advisory groups, community leaders, public officials, and representatives of intended audiences to analyze data, identify needs, and assist in developing educational programs; Utilizes current research data and information on emerging issues in program development and teaching; Maintains program records, reports impact, and creates annual programmatic goals into Georgia Counts in a timely manner; Participates in professional development, in-service training, professional organizations, and other development opportunities. Maintains a professional image; Demonstrates personal interest and involvement in the community by participating in and supporting civic/community activities/organizations and networking with community leaders; Ensures the Civil Rights/Equal Opportunity plan of UGA Cooperative Extension is followed and that volunteers and clientele understand Cooperative Extension offers educational programs, assistance, and materials to all people without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or veteran status; Assists with 4-H and Youth Development competitions and events associated with FACS issue areas; In Low Income Nutrition Education (LINE) funded counties, implement the LINE program including: hiring, supervising, and training of paraprofessional staff.

Percentage Of Time: 100