Job Title
Extension Associate (Travis County, SNAP-ED)
Agency
Prairie View A&M University
Department
Adloc Cooperative Extension Programs
Proposed Minimum Salary
$2,964.00 monthly
Job Location
Austin, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
The Extension Associate, under general supervision, performs programmatic and outreach responsibilities for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-Education (SNAP-Ed). This position is located at 1600 B Smith Rd., Austin, TX 78721.
This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funds.
This position may pay more than the minimum proposed salary listed above, depending on experience and/or qualifications of the selected candidate.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for executing and participating in county programs
Assist Extension Agent(s) in activities of youth and adult enrollment such as, but not limited to performing various clerical task and providing support in secretarial duties; responsible for organizing files.
Participate in trainings, demonstrations, and county meetings as required by supervisor.
Help train volunteers .
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of word processing, database, presentation and spreadsheet applications.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Other: Social media management, video productions, and develop marketing materials.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge in the following areas: Nutrition, Health Education, Youth and adult programing, Obesity, Chronic Diseases, Health and Wellness, Chronic Diseases, Nutrition, Health Education, Kinesiology, Health and Wellness, Food Resource Management, Culinary Food Service Skills.
Job Posting Close Date:
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
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Resume or Curriculum Vitae
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Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.
The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are security sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.