• Job Description

  Req#: 9183

  Overview

  Join the USU Extension Create Better Health (Utah’s SNAP-ED program) and be a part of a comprehensive program dedicated to supporting low-income individuals and families in your community!

  Create Better Health (SNAP-Ed) provides three main services:

  Virtual and in person direct nutrition education focusing on basic nutrition, culinary skills, and physical activity

  Policy, System, and Environment (PSE) projects focusing on collaborating closely with community partners to improve access to healthy food and safe physical activity opportunities.

  Social Marketing initiatives to teach healthy concepts through social media, community wellness challenges, social marketing campaigns, etc.

  Create Better Health provides services to both youth and adults in both online and face-to-face settings, focused on meeting the current needs of the community and contingent upon current conditions of federal, state, and local requirements.

  In addition to serving the community, the Create Better Health workforce is set up as a dynamic workforce development system. Ambassadors in the program are encouraged to have a continuous growth mindset and are provided skill development, certification, networking, and resume development throughout the time with Create Better Health. A series of levels are available to these interested ambassadors, leading to a professional level readiness and connection by the time they reach the top level.

  All new ambassadors are hired as apprentices and upon completion of the onboarding training and mentorship, they will be eligible to receive their first pay raise and become a certified ambassador.

  We are seeking a qualified individual in Millard County to join our Create Better Health team part-time (approximately 10 hours per week, subject to available grant funding) as an ambassador of Create Better Health.

  This person will be responsible for working with their supervisor to run the Create Better Health services and report their impacts routinely. Preferably, candidates should have familiarity with SNAP procedures, county dynamics, and local community food distribution sites and food security efforts.

  Responsibilities

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain partnerships with relevant agencies to effectively implement PSE efforts and set up direct education classes.
  • Engage and educate participants, ensuring alignment with federal guidelines and program objectives.
  • Participate in state-wide social marketing efforts.
  • Adhere to grant policies, protocols, and procedures integral to SNAP-ED's grant-funded status. The state office will provide guidance to each county to support this adherence.
  • Conduct mandatory evaluations with each program activity and report in the PEARS evaluation portal in a timely manner.

  This role requires a self-motivating, proactive approach in engaging partners and clients, coupled with a commitment to meeting federal guidelines. The SNAP-ED program operates within the framework of grant funding, making adherence to policies, protocols, and procedures essential.

  If you're passionate about making a positive impact in the community, are committed to promoting health and nutrition education, have a continuous growth mindset, and meet the qualifications of the position, we encourage you to apply.

  Responsibilities:

  Teaching and Education:

  • Deliver established and approved Create Better Health curriculum covering basic nutrition, food safety, food budgeting, and physical activity education to groups eligible for SNAP benefits.
  • Conduct face-to-face classes aimed at low-income individuals and families.

  Cultural Competency and Community Engagement:

  • Effectively communicate and engage with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
  • Commit to providing culturally relevant services.
  • Work with community partners to enhance healthy food access and physical activity opportunities within the county (PSE work).

  Program Management and Reporting:

  • Ensure the healthy choice is easily accessible for clients.
  • Continue employment based on performance, need, and available grant funding.
  • Operate under the supervision of a County Extension supervisor.
  • Adhere to Create Better Health (SNAP-Ed) policies and procedures.
  • Provide accurate and timely reports and evaluation data to the state office.

  Outreach and Partnerships:

  • Recruit program participants through various channels like personal contact, advertising, social media, and collaborating with agencies like DWS.
  • Plan and coordinate with various organizations and agencies, including USU, DWS, WIC, local health departments, senior centers, schools, churches, and community organizations.

  Resource Awareness and Event Facilitation:

  • Familiarize clients with available community resources, including DWS, WIC, food banks, Extension programs, etc.
  • Facilitate workshops at public events like farmers' markets, county fairs, and other community gatherings.
  • Support statewide social marketing initiatives.

  Compliance and Professional Development:

  • Attend annual week-long training with the state-wide team
  • Understand and adhere to USDA and USU guidelines.
  • Maintain confidentiality and comply with the code of conduct required by DWS.
  • Keep certifications and training up to date.
  • Utilize multiple platforms for program delivery (e.g., social media, live classes, zoom, face-to-face).
  • Continuously learn and develop skills, progressing through the leveled workforce program.

  Qualifications

  Minimum Qualifications:

  • Personal internet access and comfortable using computers, tablets, and smart phones.
  • Car and current insurance, a valid driver's license, or access to transportation to provide services to participants. Mileage will be reimbursed.
  • Technical skills for communication, reporting, and planning using digital platforms.
  • Willingness and ability to continuously improve and adapt to changes in federal requirements.
  • Works well with people
  • Willingness to keep accurate and up to date recording of work

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Understanding of Create Better Health and SNAP-Ed
  • Experience in health and/or nutrition education

  Required Documents

  Along with the online application, please attach:

  1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”

  2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

  **Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

  Advertised Salary

  $15.50/hour

  ADA

  The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing).

  This position requires moderate physical effort. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position, including lifting up to 25 pounds, walking and standing. Employees must adhere to safety precautions.

  University Highlights

  Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

  USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.

  Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

  Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

  The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.

  *updated 02/2025

  Notice of Non-discrimination

  In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

  The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

  Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

  Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

  Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

  For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

  U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

  *updated 09/2023

• About the company

  Utah State University is a public land-grant research university in Logan, Utah.

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