Community Outreach Assistant II (Kingman)(ETE)

Company: University of Arizona
Location: Kingman
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

Community Outreach Assistant II (Kingman)(ETE) Posting Number req2940 Department Mohave County Office Department Website Link Extension.arizona.edu/mohave Location County Extensions and Farms Address 101 E Beale St, Kingman, AZ USA Position Highlights This position is Extended Temporary, up to two years dependent on grant renewal. This position will provide nutrition education, promote physical activity, and healthy environments for children and families living in low-income communities throughout Mohave County. They will work with schools to implement a gardening based SNAP-Ed nutrition education program. Will be responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating PSE strategies as listed in the work plan. Will be responsible for working with the Native American Population to provide direct nutrition education and implementation of PSE strategies. This is an Extended Temporary Employment (ETE) position. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.Duties & Responsibilities Will be responsible for working with the Native American Population to provide direct nutrition education and implementation of PSE strategies.Organize/promote/conduct nutrition, physical activity, and gardening education programs for youth, adults, and seniors in Mohave County.Develop and implement appropriate lesson plans according to approved curricula and follows procedure for resource items including but not limited to recipes, incentive items, and handouts.Attend training and professional development courses as required. Minimum Qualifications Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience required High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience required. Ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy. Preferred QualificationsBachelor's degree in field of study. FLSA Non-Exempt Full Time/Part Time Part Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 20 Job FTE .5 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Agriculture and Extension Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay $13.18 Compensation Type hourly rate Grade 3 Career Stream and Level OC2 Job Family Cmty Outreach Job Function Outreach & Community Engage Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire Date 11/2/2020 Expected End Date 9/30/2021 Contact Information for Candidates Christy Date 10/23/2020 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Resume Special Instructions to Applicant Diversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As an Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

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