Rutgers University

Recruitment/Posting Title Program Associate II – SNAP-Ed. Community Nutrition Outreach - Camden County

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.

The successful candidate(s) for this position will provide nutrition education for the SNAP-Ed program in Camden County, with occasional coverage in Burlington, Gloucester, and Mercer Counties based on need.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – Education (SNAP-Ed) is a federally funded grant program that supports evidence-based nutrition education and obesity prevention interventions and projects for persons eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) through complementary direct education, multi-level interventions, and community and public health approaches to improve nutrition.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Program Associate II – SNAP-Ed. Community Nutrition Outreach – Camden County for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. Reporting to the Program Associate Supervisor, the Program Associate II (PA II) provides nutrition education to SNAP-eligible residents located in Camden County and all of SNAP-Ed Region 2.

The goal of the education provided 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:

• Recruits and works with agencies willing to host SNAP-Ed 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 project’s success.
• Serves on appropriate boards and councils in the community to maintain a strong presence for the program.
• Serves as a role model for his/her volunteers and always maintains a professional demeanor and confidentiality.

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade 03

Salary Details $50,065-$57,574

Minimum Salary 50065.00

Mid Range Salary 62252.00

Maximum Salary 74438.00

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Position Status Full Time

Working Hours (per week)

Standard Hours 37.50

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

Union Description URA-AFT Administrative

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Minimum Education and Experience

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in health education, public health, or related discipline ; and/or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications/Licenses

• 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.
• Bilingual English/Spanish speaking/writing preferred
• Experience implementing community health promotion and behavior change programs.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, and have experience working with diverse groups/clientele.
• Experience working with limited resource, urban populations.

Equipment Utilized

• Highly proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher).
• Comfortable utilizing appliances and kitchen supplies for cooking and food preparation with hands on nutrition education lessons

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• 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.
• Able to travel statewide.

Posting Number 25ST1216

Posting Open Date 06/12/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus Off Campus

City Blackwood

State NJ

Location Details

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