Nutrition Education Coordinator

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S11995P

Working Title Nutrition Education Coordinator

Department FACS-Community Food&Nutrit Ed

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 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 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type External

Retirement Plan TRS or ORP

Employment Type Employee

Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Some work after hours or on weekends may be required.

Advertised Salary $37,068 - $56,000

Posting Date 04/24/2024

Open until filled Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date 06/01/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy Athens Area

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Position Information

Classification Title Public Service Professional AD

FLSA Exempt

FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

This position is the primary content developer and reviewer for nutrition education for the UGASNAP-Ed curricula for direct education (Food Talk, Food Talk Better U, and Food Talk Farmers Market), eLearning, social marketing (social media and text messaging campaigns), and Policy, Systems, and Environmental (PSE) change interventions. This position will also serve as the primary content developer for our website and other online nutrition education resources (blogs, recipes, just-in-time videos) following the federal and state SNAP-Ed Guidance. The position will contribute to the coordination, implementation, and evaluation of training sessions for the UGASNAP-Ed Supervisors and Program Assistants and other community stakeholders. This position will supervise the work and schedules of students as part of their internships, coursework, and other community nutrition program experiences under UGASNAP-Ed as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Strong writing/composition ability and oral presentation skills; ServSafe Certified

Physical Demands

Lift up to 40 pounds, sitting for long periods at a computer/desk. Driving to perform job related tasks.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes

Is this a Position of Trust? No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No

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? No

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

Serve as the primary content developer for direct education (Food Talk, Food Talk: Better U, Food Talk: Farmers Market), eLearning (Food eTalk and Food eTalk: Better U), Social Marketing Campaigns (social media post content and text messages), PSE interventions, and online nutrition education resources for website (blogs, cooking demonstration videos, and just-in-time videos, etc.).

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Review nutrition educational materials and curricula for content accuracy, format nutrition education materials and add USDA required statements, and revise and update materials to include updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the latest literature. Work with the Social Marketing Coordinator to develop interesting and engaging social media posts appropriate for SNAP-Ed participants

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Conduct County visits and county observations to ensure the program quality and fidelity and to answer questions from Program Assistants, the community, and online in a timely manner.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

Develop, deliver, and evaluate training content for Program Assistants, Supervisors, and other stakeholders as needed.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

Complete reports to document progress and impact.

Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities

Supervise students under UGASNAP-Ed.

Percentage of time 5

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 Cotto-Rivera

Recruitment Contact Email ecrivera@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone



Posting Specific Questions

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1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents