Nutrition Educator (Florence)

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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). 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. Other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES :

30% - Essential - 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. 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.

30% - Essential - 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.

20% - Essential - 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.

10% - Essential - 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.

10% - Essential - Participates in EFNEP, Nutrition, or Extension sponsored orientations, meetings, and training sessions as assigned by the Regional Coordinator & Program Team Director.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

Education - High School or Equivalent or related program experience.

Work Experience - 1+ years experience related to Nutrition, health and / or any type of teaching.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS :

Education - Associate's Degree - Nutrition & Health and / or any other related field

Licenses - Drivers License Class D normal

Work Experience - 2+ years experience working with community organization ( Schools, churches, Govt and / or private agencies).

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

60% - Stand for prolonged period

40% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period

40% - Walk or move about

60% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc

60% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)

10% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)

50% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

40% - Recognize or inspect visually

50% - Move, transport, raise or lower

40% - Extends hands or arms in any direction

50% - Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors

100% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS :

25% - Overnight Travel - occasional overnight travel to attend training

WORK SCHEDULE :

Standard Hours : 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Anticipated Salary Range : $33,300 - $35,000

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 .

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations

Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION : Florence, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE :

November 13, 2025 at 11 : 59pm EST

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 is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email upon submission of your application.

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.