Community Nutrition Educator - East Meadow, NY

This position will serve as a Community Nutrition Educator for Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Nassau County. The Community Nutrition Educator will primarily be responsible for the delivery of nutrition education to improve healthy food and lifestyle choices through our Community Nutrition Education program and the Nassau County Office for the Aging senior grant. Participants will include all age groups, including adults, seniors, and youth throughout Nassau County. Educational programming includes, but is not limited to: general nutrition, food preparation, food safety, and food budgeting. Other position responsibilities include, but are not limited to: recruitment of participants; promotion of programs by providing assistance in outreach and social media; collection and management of participant data ensuring confidentiality at all times; assistance in program content development; assistance in developing and maintaining relationships with community agencies; participation in on-going in-service education and staff meetings in Nassau County. This position will also assist with marketing efforts for programming in collaboration with supervisor and other nutrition educators.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent education (GED/High School Diploma and 1 year transferrable program/functional experience).
• Previous nutrition-related knowledge/experience/background.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends.
• Ability to transport/move supplies and equipment, climb stairs with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to utilize computer technologies for educational and communication purposes, including Zoom and GoToMeeting for virtual program delivery.
• Ability to clearly communicate (speak, read, and write proficiently) in English.
• Ability to present effective educational lessons to target audiences and work with diverse audiences of all ages.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively as part of a team.
• Proficiency with windows-based software including use of the internet and navigation with various browsers as well as Microsoft Office proficiency including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Publisher.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in adult and youth education or other relevant work experience.
• Registered Dietitian or RD-eligible preferred.
• Ability to clearly communicate (speak, read and write proficiently) in Spanish and/or Haitian-Creole.
• Master Food Preserver certification.
• Familiarity with preparing foods/culinary experience.
• Familiarity with farm to table and food systems.
• Ability to clearly communicate (speak, read, and write proficiently) in Spanish.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, teach and evaluate informal educational programs through a variety of delivery methods to reach individuals and groups.
• Demonstrated ability to function as a team member working with volunteers and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to relate to diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with reviewing and following recipes and assure compliance to federal and state guidelines.
• Ability to plan and organize personal work responsibilities according to priorities developed with the immediate supervisor.
• Ability and willingness to maintain cultural sensitivity.
• Good judgment and problem solving skills and ability to keep information confidential.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

Program Responsibilities:

Program Delivery, Evaluation and Applied Research - 85%

• Deliver high quality programming and/or virtual programming to individuals and groups utilizing existing materials and resources.
• Under the direction and oversight of the Supervisor, teach existing lesson plans and materials as needed to meet established program objectives.
• Enroll and teach groups of youth, adults, and seniors through contacts with community agencies including, but not limited to senior centers, libraries, and community centers in Nassau County.
• Implement lesson plans in region with multicultural needs using current and approved curricula and supplemental materials, and tailor appropriate programming based on identified participant needs as applicable.
• Inform participants of other Extension programs, community agencies, and services.
• Under the direction of the Supervisor collaborate with community agencies and participate in discussions surrounding program delivery and community connections with community agencies that serve the program audience.
• Represent CCE before the public, participants, community leaders, government officials, Cornell or other land grant universities in a professional manner as part of program delivery.
• Teach small groups of adult classes that promote healthier food choices and increased physical activity. Use Nassau selected curricula and other Cornell approved lessons and the dialogue approach to facilitating groups.
• Implement program evaluation as designed.
• Assist in the interaction with program participants, advisory committees, Cornell program specialists and faculty, county and community leaders to obtain evaluation data for programs.

Administrative Responsibilities:

Coordination/Operation - 10%

• Utilize existing program materials to recruit participants.
• Organize and coordinate program activities (i.e. food demonstrations, direct lessons to adults and youth, etc.) to support delivery of established program goals.
• Submit accurate program related expense receipts and mileage reports in a timely manner.
• Assist in providing marketing materials in the promotion of programming efforts to include, but not limited to: print media, news media, social media, multi-media efforts and the environmental change initiative in collaboration with other nutrition educators.
• Complete reports accurately, as requested and/or required.
• Complete program and work records with accuracy and timeliness.
• Accurately collect and prepare paperwork as required for the program evaluation process.
• Assist in providing existing information to bring awareness to the public in the form of impact statements, articles for progress/annual reports, etc.
• Carry out assignments as assigned by supervisor, including, but not limited to: assisting with local health fairs, community activities, etc.
• Refer participants with special needs to community agencies as appropriate. Discuss non-routine problems/situations with supervisor.
• As needed shop for foods and supplies to be used in classes.
• Actively participate in scheduled staff meetings and in-service educations sessions, including some in neighboring counties or through virtual platforms.
• Take leadership for special projects, offer ideas to expand program.
• Assist with training of staff, as assigned.
• Effectively maintain existing professional relationships with other agencies, organizations and businesses that promote effective communication and facilitate continued programming efforts.
• This position may require the transport of program materials and resources in performing position responsibilities.

Professional Improvement and Other Duties as Assigned - 5%

• In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes and Association priorities.
• Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension and perform other duties as assigned.

Health and Safety - Applies to all duties and functions

• Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment.
• Be familiar with and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, Association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.
• Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

POSITION DETAILS:

This position is a full-time, non-exempt position, 40 hours per week. The hourly rate for this position is $23.00 - $25.00, commensurate with experience. This position, based on eligibility, offers a comprehensive benefit package, to include: health and dental insurance, NYS retirement, vacation and sick leave.

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

HOW TO APPLY:

Review of applications will begin immediately. Position will remain open until close of day on August 31, 2026 and until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Applicants need to attach/upload a resume to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. In the "Experience" section of your application, use the Paperclip icon to search for file(s) or use the "Drop Files Here" box to manually drag document(s) into your application. Once the application is submitted you will not be able to change your submission or add attachments.

External Applicants: (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations) please refer to the Applying for a Job (External Candidate) document for additional guidance.

Internal Applicants: Current employees of the Cornell Cooperative Extension Association indicated in this job posting are considered internal applicants; please refer to the Applying for a Job (Internal Candidate) document for additional guidance. Contact Erika at [email protected] with questions.

Sponsorship for employment VISA status is not available for this position.

The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform the essential functions of their job. If you require an accommodation so that you may participate in the selection process you are encouraged to contact Erika at [email protected].

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

Job Title:

Association Prog Educator I

Level:

006

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Company:

Contract College

Contact Name:

Jerilynn Cross

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

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