Nutrition Educator

JOB SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the EFNEP Regional Coordinator, provides intensive nutrition education (in groups or one-on -one) to limited resource audiences (Adult & Youth) in more than one county as assigned. Recruits, organizes and trains volunteers in support service role. Works with State EFEP Management Team and other Administrators in the Division to implement and improve the program. Mentors junior Nutrition Educators in program delivery and reporting requirements. JOB DUTIES: 30% - Implements nutrition education plans to achieve program goals and meet participants' needs. Utilizes approved EFNEP Curricula, support materials, food preparation/demonstrations, and priority lessons to educate participants and adapts lesson materials to meet participants' needs. Teach food/nutrition education lessons to participants accurately and in an effective and interesting manner both hybrid and in person. Evaluates progress of participants by conducting pre- and post- surveys related to behavior changes in four core areas, 24-hour recalls (adults); represents Clemson University in a positive manner that reflects the goals/mission of the University and CES; maintains compliance and safety with all facilities in required areas. 10% - Participates in EFNEP, Nutrition, or Extension sponsored orientations, meetings, and training sessions as assigned by the Regional Coordinator & Program Team Director. 10% - Establishes and maintains a network with personnel from other agencies and organizations to provide nutrition education to individuals and groups of children, youth, and/or adults with limited resources. Recruits, trains, and utilizes community volunteers in a support service role in program delivery. Maintain chain of command to communicates directly with EFNEP Regional Coordinator both verbal and written. 20% - Maintains extensive record keeping as needed by the program and as assigned by the EFNEP Regional Coordinator. Submit all records and reports to Regional Coordinator and Data Manager in a timely manner. Submit expense reports in Concur and time and leave in Kronos in a timely manner. 30% - Recruits and enrolls eligible clients with limited resources through one-on-one contact, word-of-mouth, presentation and referrals from agencies and organizations, Schools and different other community settings. Maintains an annual case-load and follows established guidelines as required by the program and USDA/NIFA. Takes and processes program requests: identifies the needs, interests, and abilities of clients and provides nutrition education program based upon the need of the participants. JOB CODE: AH30 EMPLOYEE TYPE: Time-Limited (TLP) Staff Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and relevant program experience. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required program experience. RESPONSIBILITIES: JOB KNOWLEDGE Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Not responsible for supervising employees. BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: 100% Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors: 50% Extends hands or arms in any direction: 40% Move, transport, raise or lower 50 lbs or more: 50% Recognize or inspect visually: 40% Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 50% Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): 10% Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder): 60% Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: 60% Walk or move about: 40% Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 40% Stand for Prolonged Period: 60% WORKING CONDITIONS: Overnight travel: 25% WORK SCHEDULE: Standard Hours: 37.5 COMPENSATION INFORMATION: Expected Salary Range $37,200 - $37,944 Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines. ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL: Normal Operations - Required to follow emergency facility closure and modified operations directives, and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations. JOB LOCATION: Barnwell, SC APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 31, 2026 MILITARY AND VETERAN: Military Equivalency: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties. Veteran Preference: South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process. Please contact hrjob@clemson.edu with any questions or issues. CLOSING STATEMENT: Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call? One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond. So,... are you ready?

Salary : $37,200 - $37,944