Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting NumberS03845PWorking TitleDeKalb County Ext Program Assistant - EFNEPDepartmentFACS Community Food & Nutrition EdAbout the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

UGA Extension DeKalb County works through a unique partnership with state and local county government, the University of Georgia and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Extension strives to enrich the lives of its constituents through education programming in many different program areas including:

Agriculture & Natural Resources
4-H Youth Development
Family & Consumer Sciences
DeKalb Mobile Farmers Market (Fresh On DeK)

College/Unit/Department websitehttps://extension.uga.edu/county-offices/dekalb.htmlPosting TypeExternalRetirement PlanTRSEmployment TypeEmployeeBenefits EligibilityBenefits EligibleFull/Part timeFull TimeWork ScheduleAdditional Schedule Information

8-5 pm, Monday – Friday, occasional nights and weekends

Advertised Salary$27,000.00Posting Date08/27/2019Open until filledYesClosing DateProposed Starting Date10/06/2019Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is located in DeKalb County.

Location of VacancyNW District EEO Policy Statement

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.

Position Information

Classification TitleOffice/Clerical AssistantPay GradeFLSAJob FamilyOutreach ServicesFTE1.00Minimum Qualifications

Requires are least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred QualificationsPosition Summary

This position is based in DeKalb County. This position is responsible paraprofessional work with County Extension Agents in a food and nutrition education program for limited resource clients. The employee should exhibit qualities of judgment. Work is performed under general supervision. Illustrative examples of work: 1. Plans, organizes, schedules and conducts nutrition and food safety classes for limited resource clients, including youth and adults, under supervision of County Extension Agent. 2. Prepares for and conducts food demonstrations for group classes.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Desirable training and experience: 1. Ability to relate effectively to young people and adults. 2. Skill working with clients with limited resources.

Physical Demands

Standing, bending, food preparation, transportation of demonstration supplies, lifting, and driving.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?NoDoes this position require a P-Card? NoIs having a P-Card an essential function of this position? NoDoes this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?YesDoes this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)NoCredit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Develops, organizes, conducts and evaluates education programs for low income adults.

Percentage of time70 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Develops, organizes, conducts and evaluates education programs for low income youth.

Percentage of time15 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Recruits, trains and coordinates volunteers to assist with activities.

Percentage of time5 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Participates in in-service staff development.

Percentage of time5 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Assists with Extension / EFNEP events in county.

Percentage of time5Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
   • No Response
   • No
   • Yes

Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents