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Posted 9/20/2023
Full Professor tenure-track, Food and Nutrition Security Cluster Hire Lead, University of Tennessee Knoxville (UTK).
The College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences (CEHHS) seeks applications from associate and full professors for a Full Professor position in the Department of Nutrition to co-lead, with a new hire in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, a cluster hire that will strengthen the university’s ability to develop a national reputation in the area of food and nutrition security, using a food systems perspective. This cluster hire will include six faculty in the home units of Nutrition; Retail, Hospitality, and Tourism Management; Nursing; Agricultural and Resource Economics; Food Science; and Family and Consumer Sciences. Faculty hired as part of this cluster will collaboratively work across the University of Tennessee Knoxville (UTK) and University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA) campuses, using a team science approach, in building a strategic plan that emphasizes enhancing collaboration and impact by creating an interdisciplinary, translational human health and wellness identity at UT in food and nutrition security. This strategic plan will include a focus on interdisciplinary academic programming and scholarship. Within the area of scholarship, this cluster hire will help lead UT in building an equitable and inclusive research enterprise, which supports a diverse and inclusive workforce, community-engaged scholarship, and research that enhances population representativeness.
This Full Professor position will also include a joint appointment in Family and Consumer Sciences and have a 30% administrative appointment for leading cluster initiatives. The successful candidate will also co-lead the effort to fill four positions within the cluster, in the units of Retail, Hospitality, and Tourism Management; Nursing; Food Science; and Family and Consumer Sciences, and thus have considerable influence in building a team of food and nutrition security scholars.
We seek an established and recognized scholar whose work targets enhancing diet quality in populations experiencing food and nutrition insecurity. The candidate should be able to provide leadership in the cluster hire and related initiatives, apply health-relevant theoretical frameworks in research, have strong quantitative or mixed methods research skills, and have expertise with interdisciplinary collaboration. The successful candidate will: (a) lead interdisciplinary academic and research programming in food and nutrition security; (b) participate in related collaborative research programs; (c) mentor faculty hired within the cluster hire initiative; (d) provide limited teaching in the Department of Nutrition's educational programs; (e) mentor MS/PhD students; and (f) provide limited outreach and service in the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences (joint appointment).
This 9-month, fulltime (1.0 FTE), position begins August 1, 2024. Starting salary is commensurate with experience. UTK has a competitive benefits package, and 9-month tenure-track faculty are eligible for summer salary. The start-up package for the position is designed to support the launch of the cluster hire. UTK is Tennessee's flagship land grant university and is currently in the midst of unprecedented growth in enrollment, with approximately 35,000 enrolled students. The University is also a Carnegie Foundation Research (R1) University with the highest research activity and has achieved a Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement.
Qualifications
The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. Candidates must have earned their doctorate in nutrition or a related public health, social, or behavioral science field. The candidate must have an extensive record of extramural funding, scholarly productivity, and successful mentoring. The successful candidate must meet the qualifications for being a full professor within UTK’s faculty handbook. Candidates with demonstrated experience in productive interdisciplinary collaborations, successful team leadership, experience in team science, and/or administrative experience are preferred.
Application Instructions
Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled. Individuals interested in applying for this position should submit electronically at apply.interfolio.com/129754 a letter of application, curriculum vita, and list of three references who can address the applicant’s capabilities with complete addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses. Questions can be directed to Dr. Hollie Raynor, search committee chair, at [email protected].
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity, 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone 865-974-2498. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity. |
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Posted 9/20/2023
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND EXTENSION
Title: Principal Agent and Assistant Director
Working Title: Assistant Director and State Program Leader for Family & Consumer Sciences
Position Number: 103322
Category Status: 12-Month Tenure Faculty
Unit: University of Maryland Extension – Family & Consumer Sciences
Location: Symons Hall, College Park, Maryland
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The University of Maryland Extension (UME), within the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, (AGNR) seeks a nationally recognized leader in Extension, outreach, and scholarship to serve as Assistant Director and Program Leader (AD/PL) for Family & Consumer Sciences (FCS). This position provides leadership and direction for UME’s FCS programs and faculty across the state. UME’s FCS program strives to advance the health and socioeconomic development of Maryland's individuals, families, communities, and organizations through education, research, and outreach programs. The FCS works with youth, families, and communities to prevent and manage chronic diseases through healthy food and physical activity choices, handling food safely, teaching financial and health insurance literacy, addressing mental health needs, and creating safe and healthy environments.
UME has four major program areas: Agriculture and Food Systems, 4-H Youth Development, Environment and natural Resources and Sea Grant, and FCS. UME faculty and staff are located at offices in 23 counties and Baltimore City, the 4-H State office, the SNAP-Ed State office, and five research and education centers. This position collaborates with Program Leaders, the Assistant Director of Operations, and other administrators. The position reports to the UME Associate Dean/Associate Director.
Duties and Responsibilities:
This AD/PL provides leadership and an expansive vision for innovation and excellence of interdisciplinary FCS programs. Responsibilities include identifying emerging issues, prioritizing programs, developing and maintaining university-wide and external partnerships, securing and managing resources for extension education and applied research projects, ensuring innovative and impactful program implementation, and advancing health equity and well- being.
Major responsibilities include:
- Providing leadership and oversight of FCS Extension programs, scholarship, and applied research projects.
- Securing and managing extramural funding to support FCS extension programs and research projects.
- Providing direction for FCS programs, including needs assessment, program planning, development, implementation, evaluation, and dissemination of outcomes.
- Developing and maintaining external partnerships with organizations and agencies such as academic institutions, local/state/federal agencies, industry groups, and non-profit organizations.
- Providing leadership and program evaluation to faculty in long-range planning, reporting, professional development, and grants.
- Mentoring faculty to ensure clarity of expectations for Extension programming, scholarship, service, and teaching, providing opportunities for success as an Extension Educator while instilling professional confidence and pride.
- Providing leadership, promotional guidance, and coaching to tenure track and professional track faculty.
- Conducting annual program and faculty evaluations, including approval of individual Extension plans and delivery of annual faculty reviews to county and state faculty and staff as needed.
- Providing annual reports and impacts for Federal agencies and other organizations as appropriate.
- Facilitating collaboration among UME nutrition and health programs at county and state levels, including EFNEP, Maryland SNAP-Ed, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, and 4-H Healthy Living.
- Serving as a member of the UME administrative team, which includes program leaders in Agriculture and Food Systems, 4-H Youth Development, and Environment and Natural Resources.
- Assisting in recruitment, hiring, and retention of faculty in critical areas of need for Extension while fostering a thriving environment in support of AGNR’s strategic values of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Respect.
Required Qualifications:
- Candidates must have an earned doctorate degree and must be able to be tenured in a department as a Professor or tenured Extension as a Principal Agent. At least one graduate degree, preferably a doctorate, must be in Family & Consumer Sciences, Public Health, Nutrition, Sociology, Education, Community Development, Program Evaluation or other related field.
- Demonstrated leadership experience, preferably land-grant systems or comparable organizations with significant recognition within a field of specialization.
- Outstanding record of research-based Extension/community-engaged programming.
- A demonstrated understanding of the Land Grant mission.
- Evidence in successful grant and contract acquisition and management for interdisciplinary approaches.
- Excellent scholarly work, as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to the UME’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Respect strategic plan.
- Evidence of leadership, teamwork, collaboration, excellence in human relationship skills, and excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Personal transportation and a valid driver’s license are required—ability to travel statewide and nationally as needed.
- Evidence of capacity to build UME Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Respect capacity through Extension program model.
- This position is subject to a Criminal History Record Check and a University of Maryland Background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of the Criminal History Record Check.
Salary & Benefits: Salary will be commensurate with experience. The University of Maryland offers an extensive benefits package.
Applications: All candidates must apply online at https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/112000. A complete application packet includes a cover letter, resume or CV, copies of transcripts and three (3) professional references, including names, mailing address, telephone numbers and an e-mail address.
Physical Demands: This is primarily an office position, but travel throughout the state to attend meetings and events is expected. This position frequently presents information through vocal and written communication. The ability to express or exchange ideas vocally is important. Visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data and presentations. There are times when extensive viewing a computer terminal and reading is required as part of the position duties.
Closing Date: For best consideration, complete application by November 15, 2023. Position will remain open until a suitable candidate has been identified. |
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Posted 9/19/2023
Assistant Professor Position
Extension Specialist – Physical Activity and Mental Health
Position Summary
The Department of Kinesiology and Health Science at Utah State University (USU) seeks an Assistant Professor to serve as an Extension Specialist. The position will be housed on the USU Logan Campus and includes statewide responsibilities. This 12-month, tenure-track, full-time benefited position begins July 1, 2024. We seek applicants with research and teaching expertise in physical activity and mental health. Scientists with an academic background in kinesiology, public health, psychology, human development, or other relevant fields are encouraged to apply. We are particularly interested in candidates who can support the state of Utah in addressing youth mental health and wellness, teen suicide prevention, and related public health needs tied to emotional and social health. Expectations for this position include a 65% role assignment in Extension to develop and extend statewide outreach education and applied research, and coordinate programs with Extension county faculty. There is also a 30% teaching role assignment and a 5% role assignment in service. Review of applicants will begin October 15, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled. This position is eligible for H-1B sponsorship.
Position Responsibilities for Extension
- Provide high-quality leadership to Extension activities that enable people throughout the state to improve their lives and communities.
- Coordinate and collaborate with community-based Extension faculty, campus faculty, and others to build Extension programs that promote health and wellness. The HEART initiative is an example of a collaborative USU Extension program, and the Utah 4-H Extension program offers the potential to collaborate with the nation's largest youth development program.
- Disseminate information about physical activity, mental health, health promotion, and related topics to diverse audiences including public agencies, health professionals, Extension colleagues, researchers, public audiences, and others using diverse teaching techniques and delivery strategies.
- Publish scholarship in peer-reviewed scientific outlets, Extension publications, and curricular materials.
- Provide leadership for interagency partnerships, addressing state and federal public health priorities.
- Communicate documented impacts and public value of Extension programs to stakeholders.
- Successfully secure funding to support outreach and research programs.
Position Responsibilities for Teaching
- Provide undergraduate and/or graduate instruction within Kinesiology and Health Science, employing a range of instructional modalities.
- Serve as a mentor for students and advise graduate students.
- Participate in ongoing curriculum development and improvement of teaching skills.
Position Responsibilities for Service
- Provide institutional, professional, and community service.
- Serve on department, college, and university committees.
- Serve on search committees for off-campus Extension faculty.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Earned doctorate by July 1, 2024, in an appropriate area of study.
- Evidence of the ability to develop and maintain a research program that can be supported by extramural funding.
- Evidence of the ability to conduct community-oriented scholarship and apply results to real-world situations.
- Evidence of the ability to be an effective teacher and mentor through positive evaluations and student achievement.
- Demonstrate a commitment to collaboration and collegiality among peers and constituents.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Post-doctoral research experience and a history of obtaining extramural funding.
- A consistent and impactful publication record.
- Previous university teaching experience with positive evaluations.
- Familiarity with the national and/or USU Cooperative Extension systems.
- Knowledge of or experience with community-based education, including Extension.
Along with your online application, please attach:
- A cover letter directly addressing the position qualifications;
- A curriculum vitae;
- Up to three examples of scholarly work;
- Contact information for three references.
Inquiries may be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Julie Gast (435-797-1490; [email protected]).
To view this job or apply please visit: https://careers-usu.icims.com/jobs/intro. Job id: 2023-6996 or click here to go directly to the listing. |
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Posted 9/19/2023
University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
Project Scientist (Assistant) with the California Institute for Water Resources (AP 23-15)
County Location: Yolo County
Location: UC ANR - Davis
Closing Date: October 25, 2023
Job Description: https://ucanr.edu/publicFiles/jobs/2628.pdf
Position Overview
Location Headquarters: UC ANR, Davis, CA
The University of California Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) offers a unique recruitment opportunity for a Project Scientist (Assistant Rank) with the California Institute for Water Resources. UC ANR operates a statewide network of researchers, educators and support staff dedicated to the development and application of knowledge to address local agricultural, environmental and (community) health issues. Research, outreach and education from local Cooperative Extension offices serves all 58 counties from 70+ locations throughout the state. Our mission is to bring the University of California's research, extension and education programs directly to Californians to support:
- Sustainable, safe, and nutritious food production and delivery
- Economic success in a global economy
- A sustainable, healthy, and productive environment
- Science literacy and youth development
By working and living among those we serve, UC ANR expands the University of California's reach to engage all people and communities in California, ensuring equal access to the UC system.
Qualifications and Skills Required
Required Qualifications:
Education: A minimum of a Ph.D. degree in environmental science, environmental policy, public policy, sociology, engineering, regional planning/development or a closely related field is required at the time of appointment.
Additional Requirements
- Demonstrated research experience through a combination of publications, professional experience in one or more previous positions, utilizing the techniques or methods required by the position and demonstrating technical knowledge.
- Knowledge of scientific and sociological challenges for water, sanitation, and health access.
- Expertise in principles and methods for environmental science, environmental studies, water management and/or environmental engineering.
- Experience with programming GIS and geodatabases
- Ability to work independently and seek guidance when needed, demonstrated through academic research, professional experience, or a combination.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and presentation skills.
How to Apply
If interested in this position, please visit: https://recruit.ucanr.edu/ and choose “applicants” (refer to position #23-15)
Closing Date: To assure full consideration, application packets must be received by October 25, 2023 (open until filled). |
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Posted 9/19/2023
New Mexico State University, College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences, Cooperative Extension Service announces the opening of an Extension Specialist/Behavioral Health. This is a 12-month, tenure track position with the rank of Assistant Professor. A Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to family studies, counseling, social work, human development, psychology, psychiatry, or a related field of study and 3-years of related experience is required. Preferred: Licensed behavioral health professional with clinical experience: Experience working with Native American, Latinx, and/or rural populations; Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/NM Indigenous language); Extension, outreach, or teaching experience. The Extension Specialist statewide provides leadership for the development, implementation, and evaluation of research- or evidence-based community education in the area of behavioral health including development of educational curricula, products, and publications. Position may be located in Las Cruces or Albuquerque, New Mexico. Position has statewide responsibilities, travel is required in this position and may require working occasional evenings or weekends.
Please submit application online by: 10/31/2023. For complete job description, qualifications, and application process visit: https://careers.nmsu.edu/jobs/search
The Cooperative Extension Service (CES) is central to carrying out the NMSU land-grant mission of delivering research-based information and practices to the diverse population of New Mexico. CES provides the people of New Mexico with practical, sound, science and programs to improve their quality of life.
NMSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. |
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Posted 09/15/2023
University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
Project Manager Academic Coordinator II - 100% FTE (AP 23-06)
County Locations: Del Norte County, Humboldt County, Marin County, Mendocino County, Napa County, Sonoma County
Location: UC ANR - Davis
Closing Date: October 15, 2023
Job Description: https://ucanr.edu/publicFiles/jobs/2625.pdf
Position Overview
Location Headquarters: UCCE Del Norte, Humboldt, Mendocino, Sonoma, Marin or Napa County
The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) offers a unique recruitment opportunity for a Project Manager, Academic Coordinator II. UC ANR operates a statewide network of researchers, educators and support staff dedicated to the development and application of knowledge to address local agricultural, environmental and community health issues. Research, outreach and education from locally based Cooperative Extension offices serves all 58 counties from 70+ locations throughout the state. Our mission is to bring the University of California directly to Californians through research, extension and education programs that support:
- Sustainable, safe, and nutritious food production and delivery
- Economic success in a global economy
- A sustainable, healthy, and productive environment
- Science literacy and youth development
By working and living among those we serve, UC ANR expands the University of California's reach to engage all people and communities in California, ensuring equal access to the UC system.
Purpose:
The purpose of this project manager position is to support the development of the California North Coast Emergency Food System Partnership to strengthen local and regional food systems and build community resilience. The project brings together a diverse set of partners including food producers, food policy councils, community-based organizations, local and tribal governments, cooperative extension, and emergency planners to build upon shared experiences from responding to emergency food needs during natural disasters and the pandemic. The project objectives are to: (1) create additional market opportunities for local producers within emergency food supply chains; (2) build collective capacity to improve emergency food systems by creating a strong network of partners; and (3) identify recommendations to address barriers to establishing effective local and regional emergency food supply chains. Results from this project will 1) increase economic opportunities for local food producers; 2) increase access to local foods for food insecure communities, 3) improve governmental, non-profit, and community level emergency food response efforts.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
The Academic Coordinator will serve as the project manager to support coordination, fiscal oversight, communications, and collaboration. The incumbent will help ensure that grant work, activities and events are inclusive of diverse audiences, produce measurable and equitable impacts, and demonstrate partnerships across the region.
For full details, visit https://ucanr.edu/publicFiles/jobs/2625.pdf |
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Posted 9/15/2023
UC ANR Nutrition Policy Institute is hiring Assistant-Associate Project Scientist (2 positions)
Please visit https://ucanr.edu/About/Jobs/?jobnum=2626 for full information.
Location Headquarters: UCOP, 1111 Franklin St. 11th Floor, Oakland, CA
The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) offers a unique recruitment opportunity for an Assistant-Associate Project Scientist for the Nutrition Policy Institute. UC ANR operates a statewide network of researchers, educators and support staff dedicated to the development and application of knowledge to address local agricultural, environmental and community health issues. Research, outreach and education from locally based Cooperative Extension offices serve all 58 counties from 70+ locations throughout the state. Our mission is to bring the University of California directly to Californians through research, extension and education programs that support:
- Sustainable, safe, and nutritious food production and delivery
- Economic success in a global economy
- Sustainable, healthy, and productive environment
- Science literacy and youth development
By working and living among those we serve, UC ANR expands the University of California’s reach to engage all people and communities in California, ensuring equal access to the UC system.
Purpose and Clientele:
The Nutrition Policy Institute (NPI) is an ANR statewide unit that conducts and translates policy- relevant research to transform environments for healthy children, families, and communities. NPI researchers work with other researchers throughout the UC system as well as local, state, and national partners. NPI projects are funded primarily from grants and contracts with 20-30 active research and evaluation projects underway at any given time, with a focus on the federal nutrition assistance programs and communities with low income.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
The Project Scientist will critically review and synthesize the literature to develop research questions, hypotheses and study methods; develop participant recruitment and retention protocols and protocols for IRB submission; design and conduct collaborative research projects in multiple settings including communities, schools, WIC clinics, farmers’ markets, and childcare facilities involving assessment of dietary intakes and the food environment for the prevention of chronic diseases and optimization of health and wellbeing; evaluate the impacts of programs, policies and practices designed to improve nutrition and reduce health disparities among children, families and communities; facilitate state and national interactions between researchers, policy makers, and diverse community groups; write grants, research reports and peer-reviewed publications; and develop science-based policy and environmental solutions to lifestyle-related health problems for diverse populations.
Required Qualifications
Education: A minimum of a doctorate degree in a community nutrition, nutritional epidemiology, public health, health policy or a closely related field is required by the appointment start date.
Additional Requirements
- Experience in design and execution of community/public health nutrition research
- Experience in grantsmanship, including submitting NIH and/or other federal or foundation grants, and history of conducting research and evaluations.
- Primary authorship in peer-reviewed journals and academic conference presentations of research findings.
- Qualitative and quantitative research skills including research design, sampling plans, and sample size calculations, data collection methodology and data analysis methods, and interpretation of findings.
- Strong analytic skills including statistical programming and use of software for analysis of qualitative data.
- Ability to produce well designed presentation materials using PowerPoint or other related software applications.
- Ability to work on multiple simultaneous projects, prioritize, and complete work efficiently in the face of competing Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills are required.
- Ability to produce well designed presentation materials using PowerPoint or other related software applications.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication
Desired Qualifications:
- Preferred background includes experience with state and federal nutrition assistance programs, including the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.
- Preferred bilingual in English and another language commonly spoken among California residents.
Salary: The salary will be in the Assistant Project Scientist Rank, from Step 1- $71,500 to Step 6- $91,000 annually, or up to the Associate Project Scientist Rank, Step 1-$87,000 to Step 5-$107,600. Rank/step placement in this series is based on experience. For information regarding the Project Scientist series salary scales, please refer to https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2023-24/july-2023-acad-salary-scales/t37-b.pdf. This is a represented position.
The Project Scientist position is a definite term appointment. The position is a one-year renewable term appointment with a merit cycle every two years. The performance in the position will be evaluated annually. The position will be extended based on the continued need for the position, performance and availability of funding.
If interested in this position, please visit: https://recruit.ucanr.edu/ and choose “applicants” (refer to position #23-13)
Closing Date: To assure full consideration, application packets must be received by October 10, 2023 (open until filled) |
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Posted 9/11/2023
Project Scientist in Climate-Smart Agriculture
with UC Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program
(Assistant Rank-Represented)
Position Overview
Location Headquarters: UC ANR, Davis, CA
The University of California Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) offers a unique recruitment opportunity for an Assistant Project Scientist in Climate-Smart Agriculture with UC SAREP. UC ANR operates a statewide network of researchers, educators and support staff dedicated to the development and application of knowledge to address local agricultural, environmental and (community) health issues. Research, outreach and education from local Cooperative Extension offices serves all 58 counties from 70+ locations throughout the state. Our mission is to bring the University of California’s research, extension and education programs directly to Californians to support:
- Sustainable, safe, and nutritious food production and delivery
- Economic success in a global economy
- A sustainable, healthy, and productive environment
- Science literacy and youth development
By working and living among those we serve, UC ANR expands the University of California’s reach to engage all people and communities in California, ensuring equal access to the UC system.
For full details, and to apply, please see Position# 23-11: https://ucanr.edu/About/Jobs/?jobnum=2618 |
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Posted 9/8/2023
University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
Area Youth, Families and Communities Advisor ( Applied Research and Extension) AP 22-14
County Locations: Inyo County, Kern County, Mono County
Location: UC ANR - Davis
Closing Date: October 16, 2023
Job Description: https://ucanr.edu/publicFiles/jobs/2579.docx
Position Overview
The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) offers a unique opportunity for a UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Area Youth, Families and Communities (YFC) Advisor. UC ANR operates a statewide network of researchers and educators dedicated to the development and application of knowledge to address local agricultural, environmental and health issues. Over 150 UC ANR UCCE advisors conduct research, outreach and education from locally based CE offices serving all 58 counties from 70+ locations throughout the state. Our mission is to bring the University of California directly to Californians through research, extension and education programs that support:
- Sustainable, safe, and nutritious food production and delivery
- Economic success in a global economy
- A sustainable, healthy, and productive environment
- Science literacy and youth development
By working and living among those we serve, UC ANR expands the University of California's reach to engage all people and communities in California, ensuring equal access to the UC system.
Location Headquarters. Bakersfield or Ridgecrest, Kern County, California. Location is negotiable depending on program needs and candidate's preference.
Purpose. The Area Youth, Families and Communities (YFC) Advisor will promote healthy families and communities by designing, delivering and evaluating strategies for sustained behavior changes in youth and their families. This position will provide academic oversight of community education and outreach program staff related to families and youth including UC 4-H Youth Development Program (4-H YDP), UC CalFresh Nutrition Education Program, Expanded Food Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) and Juntos. The CE advisor will provide leadership to these programs related to the broader sectors of community engagement, holistically addressing a healthy diverse community for youth and their families. The CE advisor will provide extension leadership with external stakeholders and lead community collaborative grant development linking with appropriate CE colleagues and other researchers.
The advisor will have the opportunity to work with 4-H members and their families in all communities along with the after-school setting where 4-H YDP delivery also occurs. The counties' 4-H Youth Development Programs are supported by two Community Education Specialists. A strong local nutrition network of public and non-profit organizations and agencies offering numerous collaborative opportunities is available including: Community Action Partner Kern, Community Action Partner SLO, Mexican American Opportunity Foundation, Toiyabe Indian Health Project, Inyo-Mono Advocates for Community Action, and Farmworker Institute of Education and Leadership Development. Nutrition programs are supported by four Community Education Specialists.
Outreach methods will include individual consultations, field days, tours, meetings, web conferences, UC ANR publications, peer-reviewed journals, and an appropriate mix of contemporary and emerging electronic tools such as online learning, web content systems and repositories, social media, impact and evaluation tools, along with specialized and public media outlets.
The YFC advisor will implement and evaluate these initiatives. Research opportunities may include determining which program factors or community strategies contribute to Positive Youth Development; finding effective nutritional messages and programmatic strategies that produce sustained behavior changes for children, youth and families; evaluating outcomes and effects of a coordinated multifaceted nutrition, agriculture and youth development program on outcomes such as chronic disease prevention, whole child health, health equity, positive youth development, and science literacy; and studying the efficacy of using youth as peer educators to deliver science and nutrition curriculum information.
The advisor will be expected to publish results through UC Delivers, professional articles, peer-reviewed publications, local, state, and national conferences, and local outlets.
The academic in this position will be expected to interact with UC ANR Program Teams, advisors, specialists and others within the research/extension network to develop, strengthen and expand the local delivery of statewide programs.
All UC ANR CE academic appointees are responsible for performance in the areas of extending knowledge and information, applied research and creative activity, professional competence and activity and University and public service.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop and deliver relevant program content to have meaningful impacts in local communities and throughout California. |
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Posted 8/10/2023
 EXTENSION
Oklahoma State University (OSU) has 4 CDC High Obesity Program Extension Educator positions available.
CDC HOP Extension Educator with a full-time, 12-month assignment over a 5-year grant project period, with a start date of October 2023. The HOP Extension Educator works under the direction of the District Program Specialist and HOP Assistant Extension Specialist, and immediate supervision of the HOP Program Coordinator. The scope of work for the HOP Extension Educator is 100% on the CDC HOP project. Responsibilities include working with community partners to address health disparities related to poor nutrition, physical activity, and obesity using policy, systems and environmental changes to promote food and nutrition security and safe and accessible physical activity in community and early care and education settings. The position’s office location is the County Extension Office in the assigned county.
For more information about these positions, and to apply, please use the links below:
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Posted 8/7/2023
Project Scientist Assistant with the California Institute for Water Resources
Location Headquarters: UC ANR, Davis, CA
The University of California Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) offers a unique recruitment opportunity for an Assistant Project Scientist with the California Institute for Water Resources. UC ANR operates a statewide network of researchers, educators and support staff dedicated to the development and application of knowledge to address local agricultural, environmental and (community) health issues. Research, outreach and education from local Cooperative Extension offices serves all 58 counties from 70+ locations throughout the state. Our mission is to bring the University of California’s research, extension and education programs directly to Californians to support:
- Sustainable, safe, and nutritious food production and delivery
- Economic success in a global economy
- A sustainable, healthy, and productive environment
- Science literacy and youth development
By working and living among those we serve, UC ANR expands the University of California’s reach to engage all people and communities in California, ensuring equal access to the UC system.
Purpose and Clientele:
The Project Scientist will:
- Conduct research with collaborators in UC ANR and California universities on projects related to an area of expertise within water resources management, water resource systems analysis, or drinking water and wastewater treatment systems planning.
- Develop and apply environmental and water resources models to support local, regional, and state water planning and design studies.
- Lead/support data collection and analysis for studies that inform water resources planning activities.
- Use multidisciplinary and systems approaches to address applied water research questions.
For full details on this position and to apply, please visit: https://ucanr.edu/About/Jobs/?jobnum=2598 |
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Posted 7/19/2023
POSITION X2337 Extension Specialist, Volunteerism
LOCATION University of Tennessee, Institute of Agriculture, Extension, Knoxville, TN
EFFECTIVE DATE September 1, 2023. Screening of applicants’ credentials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary is commensurate with training and experience. Benefits include group hospitalization and
life insurance; State Employees Retirement; Workers’ Compensation; sick and annual leave; numerous
University of Tennessee and state benefits programs, including liberal time off for holidays and longevity
pay after three years of service; reimbursement for official travel.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The University of Tennessee Extension seeks candidates to fill the Extension Volunteerism Specialist position. The Volunteer Specialist will provide leadership in building system capacity within the University of Tennessee Extension to effectively engage and support volunteers. The Specialist will conduct, facilitate, and disseminate research related to emerging and contemporary issues affecting volunteerism and volunteer management. Collaborating with specialists and agents, the Specialist will develop and implement strategies to attract, develop, and retain an appropriately diverse group of volunteers who will be demographically reflective of the communities they serve. By developing effective partnerships with subject matter specialists, the Specialist will increase the number and variety of volunteer opportunities within UT Extension thus expanding the reach and visibility of UT Extension programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
With direction from the UT Extension Evaluation and Staff Development Director, and in collaboration with the University of Tennessee Extension Dean, the responsibilities of the UT Extension Volunteerism Specialist include but are not limited to:
- Develop volunteer leadership best practices, curricula, and professional development for UT Extension.
- Lead the development of and provide updates to a volunteer management monitoring system to streamline required documentation and coordinate risk management efforts.
- Work cohesively with state level program area specialists to implement a statewide volunteerism committee, conference and other efforts as needed.
- Provide statewide leadership for volunteer education and recognition as well as the recruitment of diverse volunteers.
- Develop and implement training for support staff with volunteer management responsibilities.
- Lead professional development and enrichment experiences for volunteers.
- Communicate the impacts of the UT Extension volunteer program to key stakeholders.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education:
- Earned master’s degree in Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, Extension Education, Volunteer Administration, Community Development, Leadership, or closely related field and significant professional Extension experience. All applicants graduating prior to the position start date are welcome to apply.
Preferred Education Requirements:
- Earned doctorate in Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, Extension Education, Volunteer Administration, Community Development, Leadership, or closely related field. Degrees in other fields will be considered for candidates with professional Extension experience.
Required Experience:
- Experience in designing and implementing community-based Extension or non-formal educational programs through the engagement of volunteers.
- Interest in and demonstrated skills in effective program evaluation.
- Demonstrated ability to work with volunteers and diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to design, promote, implement, and evaluate youth and adult development programs based on experiential learning principles.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- A commitment to working with diverse clientele and colleagues.
Preferred Experience Requirements:
- Resource development experience in support of programming efforts
- Demonstrated experience developing effective online educational programs and marketing materials, including the use of social media
- Administrative/supervisory experience.
- Demonstrated skills in team leadership and problem-solving.
TO APPLY:
Please apply online by clicking this link: External Applicants OR Internal Applicants
Submit a complete application packet which includes a 1) letter of interest, 2) a resume or curriculum vitae, 3) and official or unofficial transcripts showing degree(s) conferred.
UT Extension Phone: (865) 974-7245
212 D Morgan Hall Fax: (865) 974-0882
Knoxville TN 37996-4525
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://utextension.tennessee.edu |
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Posted 08/23/2022
University of georgia
College of Family and Consumer Sciences
Position: Assistant Professor of Extension for Financial Planning and Consumer Wellbeing (nine month, academic appointment, tenure track, expected to be 75% public service and outreach, 25% teaching)
Qualifications: Candidates must have a doctorate degree at the time of appointment in financial planning or a closely-related discipline (e.g., family economics, consumer economics, resource management, accounting, and economics).
Responsibilities: The successful applicant must understand and embrace the land grant mission of public service and outreach, including serving the needs of underrepresented and/or economically disadvantaged individuals and communities. The successful applicant must be an effective communicator, both orally and written and with diverse audiences, and must work successfully, both independently and within a team. The ideal applicant must have a commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education.
Candidates must demonstrate promise of moving toward excellence in service to Georgia citizens and their families, student instruction, scholarly activities, professional development activities, professional leadership, and/or service to the profession.
The ideal candidate will have a strong research agenda related to financial health literacy, be able to collaborate with faculty working on the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program at UGA. Expertise in writing grant proposals, familiarity with university grants and contracts, knowledge of IRB/Human Subjects procedures and policies, and the ability to manage many different projects and programs simultaneously is desired.
Work with faculty with multiple disciplinary expertise to grow and/or sustain scholarly undergraduate and graduate programs in financial planning. Teach the equivalent of 2 three-credit undergraduate and/or graduate courses per year in financial planning, housing and consumer economics. Conduct and disseminate applied research findings through training's and materials to County Extension Agents, and the general public, as needed. Obtain extramural funds for research and program funding. Participate in departmental and collegiate governance and professional organizations.
Procedure: Complete applications will include a cover letter, a statement of teaching philosophy, a curriculum vita, an unofficial copy of transcript for graduate study, and names and contact information for three references. Applicants are invited, but not required, to submit up to three letters of support. The applications and supporting documents should be uploaded via the UGAJobs website: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/247386 . Questions about this position or the application process should be directed to Dr. Pamela Turner ([email protected]) or Ms. Melissa McBride ([email protected]).
The college welcomes applications and nominations of minorities and others who share our passion about and reflect our desire to support a culture of diversity and inclusion. The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([email protected]). Please do not contact the department or search committee with such requests. |
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Posted 10/29/2021
Extension Agent – Family & Consumer Sciences and 4-H/Youth Development, Custer County, Miles City, Montana.
The primary focus for this full-time position will be to provide leadership and educational programming in the discipline of Family and Consumer Sciences and to share program leadership for the 4-H/Youth Development program. The Extension Office in Custer County includes a full-time agent for Agriculture, Natural Resources and Horticulture with shared responsibility for the 4-H program, and a full-time office administrative assistant. For complete description and application, please visit http://msuextension.org and click on “Careers.” Screening begins November 29, 2021. Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled. |
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Posted 6/14/2021
North Carolina State University
Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS)
Farm to School Outreach Extension Assistant
The Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) is seeking a Farm to School (F2S) Outreach Assistant. The F2S Outreach Assistant will support CEFS’ farm to school work, and also help coordinate and support the steering committee of the Farm to School Coalition of NC, including management of the F2SCNC website updates, social media accounts, weekly newsletter, and listserv.
CEFS and the Farm to School Coalition of NC are multi-disciplinary and state-agency teams. The Farm to School Coalition of NC and CEFS both are committed to work through a Racial Equity lens and all work will be done with Racial Equity as a priority. By working with a Racial Equity lens we mean three things: 1) Acknowledge the presence of structures that shape life options and outcomes. 2) Analyze the impact of structures on a specific issue, condition, or population. 3) Develop structural strategies to interrupt inequities and improve outcomes and opportunities for all.
This is a full-time 1 year position with potential renewal. This position will be a remote position until further notice due to COVID-19, and can stay remote or become an in-person position once CEFS staff return to the office on the NC State University campus (likely in July 2021). This position will provide an opportunity to gain rich experience in farm to school working with both state agency leads in farm to school as well as day to day practitioners and students.
Position Description:
The primary purpose of this F2S Outreach Extension Assistant position is to
- support relationship development and communications of the farm to school (f2s) Initiatives of CEFS and the Farm to School Coalition of NC, as well as
- partner in developing, designing, and implementing outreach programming that advances farm to school across NC.
The F2S Outreach Extension Assistant will report to CEFS F2S Coordinator and support the coordination of the Farm to School Coalition of NC steering committee.
The specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- work with principal investigators and project leads on program development, outreach, implementation, data collection, and assessment;
- coalition logistical support;
- social media, listserv, website management and communications; and
- support on development of promotional, training, and educational resources.
Other
The Extension Local Foods Working group is developing an on-line course in farm to school with multiple modules, and the F2S Outreach Extension Assistant will be part of our farm to school working group to develop particular modules, based on expertise and interest.
- helping team create content at planning sessions,
- supporting connection of community partners with the film crew, and
- work on final products with whole team and curriculum specialist.
Additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Experience/Education – Master’s degree in Food Systems, Agriculture, Rural Development, Education, Nutrition, Dietetics, or related fields, OR Bachelor’s degree in above disciplines with at least 3 years of related experience, possibly as an intern, apprentice, or early career position in related area.
Other Required Qualifications –
- Knowledge of food systems and farm to school generally, the impacts of racial inequities and strategies for building Racial Equity in Food Systems/Farm to School.
- Clear racial equity lens and ability to analyze impacts of programs and processes.
- Knowledge of educational systems as well as farm to school challenges, needs, and key players.
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
- Excellent organizing, people, decision making, computer and social media skills for a variety of audiences.
- Experience working independently as well as with multiple partners and on multiple projects, including a large state-level project.
- Demonstrated success supporting pursuit of goals and outcomes.
- Desire to learn and develop a network and skill sets in farm to school.
Preferred Experience and Skills – The ideal candidate will have the following skills/attributes:
- A passion for educational systems as well as farm to school challenges, needs, and key players in North Carolina.
- Knowledgeable of food systems and farm to school generally, the impacts of racial inequities and strategies for building Racial Equity in Food Systems/Farm to School, and of the North Carolina context in particular.
To apply, please visit https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/145263
The Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, political affiliation, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Please see the job posting for information about how to request disability-related accommodations during the application and interview process. |
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