Extension Agent, FCS

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The agent in this position will provide leadership for the development and implementation of the Family and Consumer Science Program in Washington County. The agent will proactively conduct needs assessments and program evaluations to provide future direction for the program. Programmatic support of current research-based
nutrition/healthy lifestyles curriculum for all ages, along with volunteer management to support programs (as needed) will be expected of the agent to meet program goals.

Provide focused nutrition education and physical activity programming at identified sites in geographic areas that have high SNAP-eligible populations, and high obesity rates with the support of Steps to Health, SNAP-Ed and the CDC High Obesity Prevention programs; Collect appropriate demographic and evaluation data using specified tools; Conduct Steps to Health and other nutrition education programs as outlined in the program curricula and training guidelines; Purchase and prepare food and supplies for taste tests as part of these programs; Track and spend funds within provided budgets for each program; Participate in regular training; Assist with the social marketing campaign, as needed.Read more at: https://ncstepstohealth.ces.ncsu.edu/about-ncstepstohealth/

Primary Function of Organizational Unit
North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension field faculty deliver unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizens.

Washington County is the premier location to work, live, and play in Northeastern North Carolina. Our county has a rich history, vibrant communities, and terrific opportunities.

Enjoy historic downtown Plymouth, the beaches of the Albemarle Sound in Roper, and the Black Bears of Pocosin Wildlife Refuge south of Creswell. US Hwy 64 bisects the county. Washington County lies 120 miles east of Raleigh, 80 miles west of Nags Head, and less than 50 miles from Greenville. See for yourself or check out Washington County and our local Extension Programs.

Duties and Responsibilities
This position demands an individual with an understanding of family and consumer science programming needs, primarily in foods and nutrition, family health and life skills.

The successful candidate must plan, develop, implement, and evaluate programs related to food preservation, weight management, healthy eating, food safety, life skills and others as identified by advisory members and other stakeholders across the county.

Candidate may recruit, train, and incorporate volunteers into programming efforts.

Collaboration with other government agencies, public and private non-profits and corporations is expected.

This person must enjoy working with individuals as well as groups and have the ability to manage multiple tasks with little supervision.

The successful candidate is expected to be a team player working with the Extension staff and other organizations and have the ability to work independently.

Grant writing skills would be beneficial for program expansion

This is an agent position which covers Washington County. Travel is required

One of the following educational requirements: - A Bachelor's degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 overall or a 3.0 in family and consumer sciences (formerly known as home economics) or a related field (based on a 4.0 scale). The minimum GPA requirement will be waived for NCCE Program Associates with a Bachelor's degree. - A Bachelor's degree and the completion of at least one-half of coursework in a Master's degree curriculum with a cumulative grade point average 3.0 or higher with at least one degree in family and consumer sciences (formerly known as home economics) or a related field, or - Completion of a Master's degree with at least one degree in family and consumer sciences (formerly known as home economics) or a related field.

Bachelor's Degree in family and consumer sciences or a related field is required.

Experience preparing and presenting educational resource materials for face to face settings or via other forms of writing, and internet (including social media), is important.

Applicants should also possess outstanding communication and computer skills.

Prefer leadership skills and resource management experience, human relations skills such as team building and negotiation, public relations skills such as the ability to work with and educate audiences including staff, customers, and especially volunteers (youth and adult).

Master's Degree in family and consumer sciences related field is preferred.

Valid driver's license and reliable, personal transportation required. Valid NC driver's license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained. Travel is reimbursed following state guidelines.

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