State Program Assistant

Company: University of Georgia
Location: Athens
Posted on: May 20, 2025

Job Description:

Posting Details



Posting Details




Posting Number
S13590P


Working Title
State Program Assistant


Department
FACS-Nutritional Sciences


About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education . The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. 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 employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.


About the College/Unit/Department



College/Unit/Department website
https://www.fcs.uga.edu


Posting Type
External


Retirement Plan
TRS


Employment Type
Employee


Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible


Full/Part time
Full Time


Work Schedule



Additional Schedule Information
40 hours per week


Advertised Salary
$36,000 - $43,106


Posting Date
05/19/2025


Open until filled
Yes


Closing Date



Proposed Starting Date
06/08/2025


Special Instructions to Applicants



Location of Vacancy
Athens Area


EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ().


USG Core Values Statement
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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at .





Position Information




Classification Title
Public Service Paraprofessional/Professional


FLSA
Non-Exempt


FTE
1.0


Minimum Qualifications
Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.


Preferred Qualifications



Position Summary
The State SNAP-Ed Program Assistant is a para-professional who works with the UGA SNAP-Ed State team and County Extension Agents to support and deliver the SNAP-Ed programming in an assigned geographic area.


This employee works cooperatively with all Extension faculty and staff where applicable and reports to administratively the UGA SNAP-Ed Program Coordinator and Nutrition Education Coordinator.


Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

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• Ability to relate effectively with adults, youth, and families with limited resources.
  
• Experience and skills in informal teaching, particularly in locations where individual with limited resources live and work.
  
• Strong and effective communication skills and experience engaging diverse groups and organizations
  
• Proficient in leading virtual meetings and delivering online education utilizing platforms such as Zoom, YouTube, Facebook, among others.
  
  
  
  Physical Demands
  
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  • Some degree of physical activity, including lifting, to conduct programs (e.g., handling supplies and demonstration materials, audio/visual equipment, etc.).
    
  • Some standing and/or sitting for various lengths of time.
    
  • Working in various seasonal weather conditions for outside activities.
    
  • Driving as needed to perform job duties.
    
    
    
    Is driving a responsibility of this position?
    Yes
    
    
    Is this a Position of Trust?
    Yes
    
    
    Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?
    Yes
    
    
    Does this position require a P-Card?
    No
    
    
    Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
    No
    
    
    Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
    Yes
    
    
    Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)
    No
    
    
    Credit 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 .
    
    
    Background Investigation Policy
    Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the .
    
    
    
    
    
    Duties/Responsibilities
    
    
    
    
    Duties/Responsibilities
    
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    • Responsible for paraprofessional work under the supervision and direction of the Program Coordinator and Nutrition Education Coordinator.
      
    • Plans, organizes, schedules, and conducts nutrition and food safety classes for limited-resource clients, including youth and adults with children at various assigned locations at flexible times of the day, including non-traditional programming hours (e.g., evenings and weekends)
      
    • Assists the state staff in providing information requested by clients and exhibiting qualities of independent judgment.
      
    • Assist with organizing, conducting, and assisting in the evaluation of nutrition education programs for low-income adults and youth.
      
    • Support the work of staff members to ensure that program goals are met and resources are used effectively.
      
      
      
      Percentage of time
      60
      
      
      
      
      Duties/Responsibilities
      
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      • Coordinates and implements various outreach activities to promote eLearning, and social marketing campaigns.
        
      • Conducts outreach events and recruits direct program participants. Assists ongoing and new Policy, Systems, and Environmental change (PSE) interventions (e.g., identifying food pantries in selected communities for needs assessment, environmental scan, cooking demonstration, nutrition education, and PSE activities).
        
        
        
        Percentage of time
        20
        
        
        
        
        Duties/Responsibilities
        
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        • Assists the state staff with new employee training sessions and onboarding activities.
          
        • Assists the training and coordination of volunteers for various SNAP-Ed nutrition education and outreach activities.
          
          
          
          Percentage of time
          10
          
          
          
          
          Duties/Responsibilities
          
          • Assists with Extension / SNAP-Ed events across the state.
            
            
            Percentage of time
            10
            
            
            
            

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