Program Associate II

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Program Associate II Job Category URA-AFT Administrative Department SEBS-Family&CommunityHealthSci Overview

The New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES) is an integral component of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. The experiment station provides a diverse range of research, extension, and education programs that serve the people of New Jersey and the urban, suburban, and rural communities in which they live. Through its Cooperative Extension offices in all 21 New Jersey counties, dedicated 4-H agents, Extension specialists, Family & Community Health Sciences educators, and Agriculture and Natural Resources agents work to serve New Jersey residents in every area of the state.

As the health and wellness component of Rutgers Cooperative Extension, the Department of Family & Community Health Sciences (FCHS) promotes healthy lifestyles and environments for NJ residents and communities with outreach in food, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles. Recognized nationally for its work, FCHS connects Rutgers University and the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station to communities beyond the campus to build healthy families, schools, and communities. Based locally, in each county, FCHS supports efforts to meet the health and wellness challenges facing communities throughout the state through engaged civic learning, volunteerism, service, community-based research, education, and integrated efforts and partnerships.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Program Associate II for the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station. This position includes aspects of teaching, program planning, promotion, implementation, and evaluation; utilization of a variety of program delivery modes; recruitment, screening, training, supervision of volunteers; program marketing and public relations; resource development; and creation and support of needs-based programs that target diverse audiences in Cape May County, New Jersey. The goal of the education provided by this position is to help program participants improve their food security; dietary quality; physical activity; and food safety behaviors.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Coordinates educational events and programs for the Cape May County FCHS Department with moderate supervision at a self-motivated pace that supports the needs of the department.

• Recruits and works with agencies willing to host program(s).

• Ensures compliance with all federal outreach and budget guidelines regarding all activities that occur within the project.

• Responsible for various reports designed to document the successes.

• Serves on appropriate boards and councils in the community to maintain a strong presence for the FCHS.

• Serves as a role model for his/her volunteers and always maintains a professional demeanor and confidentiality.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

FLSA Nonexempt Grade 03 Position Salary 50,000 Annual Minimum Salary 48372.000 Annual Mid Range Salary 60147.000 Annual Maximum Salary 71921.000 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description URA-AFT Administrative Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in nutrition (preferred), health education, public health, nursing, allied health, health sciences, biology or biological sciences, social work, urban studies/community development or related discipline and/or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications/Licenses

• Able to travel statewide and have a valid driver's license.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• The individual must successfully complete Rutgers Youth Protection and Serv Safe Food Handler Training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Nutrition degree preferred.

• RDN or CHES preferred.

• Experience implementing community health promotion and behavior change programs.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, and experience working with diverse groups/clientele, limited resource audience.

• Demonstrated experience teaching nutrition education and implementing health and wellness related programs.

• Preferred Bilingual in Spanish and English (read, write, speak).

• Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking will be assessed as part of the interview process.

Equipment Utilized

• Highly proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher).

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs

• This position must have the ability to carry program materials and supplies, including audio-visual equipment; ability to arrange set-up of class space (move tables and chairs).

Special Conditions

• Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends.

Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST0953 Posting Open Date 04/30/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Off Campus City Cape May State NJ Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in nutrition (preferred), health education, public health, nursing, allied health, health sciences, biology or biological sciences, social work, urban studies/community development or related discipline and/or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents