Available Title(s):
1132-YN_ADMINPRO - Extension Coordinator

Business Title:
SNAP-Ed Pierce County Extension Coordinator

Employee Type:
Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)

Time Type:
Full time

Position Term:

Position Details:

Summary of Duties:

The Pierce County SNAP-Ed Extension Coordinator (EC) is responsible for assistance in leading the development and implementation of culturally sensitive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) nutrition education. For this purpose, direct and indirect education, policy, systems and environmental (PSE) and public health approaches are used for obesity prevention among low-income and qualifying audiences in Pierce County. The Extension Coordinator (EC) conducts community needs assessments to inform the design and implementation of programs. Programs will adhere to SNAP-Ed guidelines.

The EC consults with community agencies, groups, and individuals to develop nutrition education systems tailored to community and individual need. The EC helps lead, train, and mentor contract staff and volunteers within the organization and advises clients on the application of program information. The EC organizes, coordinates, monitors, evaluates, and reports on program activities. The EC reports directly to the SNAP-Ed Program Manager, works closely with other Extension staff, SNAP-Ed staff, and community partners to ensure activities meet community need and are appropriate within FNS guidance for SNAP-Ed. This position contributes to university, state, local, and national recognition of WSU Extension and SNAP-Ed as an essential nutrition education resource and contributes to the recognition of WSU as a premier Land-Grant University.

This is a temporary position which may end at the close of the Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 9/30/2023. Renewal is dependent on satisfactory performance and annual background check, the need for Extension to complete the project, and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.

Required Qualifications:

A Bachelor's degree in a relevant extension program discipline and two (2) years of related program experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

• Washington State Food Handler's Permit within 14 days of hire.
  
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel within targeted counties.
  
• While using a private or WSU-owned vehicle for official business, must have current automobile liability insurance (meeting the requirements described in RCW 46.30.020 and RCW 46.29.090).
  
• Ability to work a flexible, yet structured schedule with occasional evening and weekend shifts to meet the needs of program partners and grant requirements.
  
• Employment is contingent upon passing an annual background screening.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working effectively with a wide range of adults and youth.
  
• Experience of developing and implementing PSE initiatives designed to support behavior change interventions.
  
• Experience working with diverse cultures and low-income audiences.
  
• Experience working constructively in a team environment.
  
• Experience working independently, especially in the development of innovative projects.
  
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Experience maintaining records of work activities and preparing reports.
  
• Experience creating and managing partnerships.
  
• Experience working with Bilingual/Bi-cultural youth and adults outside the dominant culture.

Additional Information:

Area/College: WSU Extension

Department Name: WSU Youth and Families, SNAP-Ed

City, State, Zip: Tacoma, WA 98418

Department Link: https://extension.wsu.edu/youth-families

Monthly Salary: $4,051.00 - $4,496.00

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

For more information regarding Administrative Professional (AP) Compensation at Washington State University (WSU), please visit the following website: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/classification-compensation/ap-compensation-structure/.

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts.

For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for AP staff visit: https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/2022-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf. Find total compensation information here: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/.

FTE: 100%

Position Type: Temporary

Temporary End Date: This is a temporary position expected to end on 9/30/2023. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment. Funding has been renewed successfully for several years and we expect funding to continue to be renewed.

Posting Screening Date: This position will close on Saturday, June 10, 2023 . The screening of applicants will begin on Friday, February 17, 2023.

Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Application Instructions:

Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application:

1) resume and 2) cover letter. Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

Required Documents:

• Resume
  
• Cover letter
  
• 3 Professional References

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.

To apply, visit https://wsu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WSU_Jobs/job/Pierce-County/SNAP-Ed-Pierce-County-Extension-Coordinator_R-8679

Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer.

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