Employment Opportunities

SNAP-Ed Nutritionist

2 positions open. 1 will serve St. Lawrence County, 1 will serve Franklin County

Deadline to Apply: September 29, 2020

Seeking dynamic individual to serve as a SNAP-Ed Nutritionist responsible for educational outreach to target audiences. Primary role will be to provide educational programming to the public to improve healthy food and lifestyle choices among low-income families and individuals encompassing all age groups through in-person and digital means. This position will be responsible for the delivery of established SNAP-ED lessons to community groups, and will deliver other established SNAP-ED programming and activities, both on-site and off-site, in the community and virtually, in accordance with the Nutrition Program Area’s Plan of Work.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to overcome obstacles and find creative solutions, and possess solid interpersonal and communication skills with an aptitude for building strong community partnerships. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in nutrition, dietetics, community and behavioral health, health education, public health, or nursing and experience relevant to the role of the position (Associate’s Degree acceptable with two (2) years of transferable program/functional experience).

All Applicants MUST apply online.

Responsibilities to St. Lawrence County: Click here to Apply. For full job description, click here

Responsibilities to Franklin County: Click here to Apply. For full job description, click here

After School Educator

Deadline to Apply: August 21, 2020

All Applicants MUST apply online. Click here for application.

For full job description, click here . 

POSITION SUMMARY:

This 10-month position will serve as an After School Program Educator for Cornell Cooperative Extension of St. Lawrence County and will provide comprehensive 4-H youth development opportunities for youth in grades K-5 at the Extension Learning Farm of St. Lawrence County. This position will provide established guidance and direction for program participants and after-school activities, including club and life skills, as well as assisting youth during the academic study portion of the program. This position will provide established guidance and direction for program participants and after-school activities, including club and life skills, as well as assisting the collaborating teachers during the academic study portion of the program. This position will provide instruction utilizing established 4-H curriculum in the areas of environmental science and natural resources, science, technology engineering, art and math (STEAM). This position will utilize existing program resources and materials in program work, assist in the creation of program lesson plans, utilize a variety of delivery methods and assist in delivering established innovative educational programs as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Specify required minimum equivalency for education, experience, skills, information systems knowledge, etc.

Associate’s Degree or equivalent education (GED/High School Diploma and 1 year transferable/program experience).

Experience is relevant to the role of the position.

Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position, including valid NYS driver’s license.

Ability to meet acceptable background check standards (DMV and criminal background checks).

Ability to meet acceptable background check standards (After-School Checks – Grant Based).

Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Specify preferred specialized education, field and/or certifications.

Familiarity of subject matter appropriate to area of programming (4-H Youth Development and Agriculture).

Demonstrated initiative, reliability and dependability.

Demonstrated ability to organize, implement, and teach informal educational programs.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through oral, written and visual means.

Demonstrated ability to utilize computer technologies for educational and communication purposes.

Demonstrated ability to participate in professional team efforts.

**Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.

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Parishville-Hopkinton "4-H All Paws" Afterschool Educators

This position will serve as an After-School Program Educator for Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of St. Lawrence County in support of the Empire State After-School Program and will provide comprehensive 4-H youth development opportunities for youth in grades K-12 in the Parishville-Hopkinton Central School District. This position will provide established guidance and direction for program participants and after-school activities, including club and life skills, as well as assisting the collaborating teachers during the academic study portion of the program. This position will provide instruction utilizing established 4-H curriculum in the areas of environmental science and natural resources, science, technology engineering, art and math (STEAM). This position will utilize existing program resources and materials in program work, assist in the creation of program lesson plans, utilize a variety of delivery methods and assist in delivering established innovative educational programs as assigned. This position will also provide staffing and/or programming coverage, as needed, for other Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of St. Lawrence County After-School Programs.

Required Qualifications:

Specify required minimum equivalency for education, experience, skills, information systems knowledge, etc.

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent education (GED/High School Diploma and 1 year transferrable/program experience).
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to meet acceptable background check standards (DMV and criminal background checks).
• Ability to meet acceptable background check standards (After-School Checks – Grant Based).
• Ability to meet all School Age Child Care (SACC) and Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) licensing requirements (i.e. Tuberculosis Test, physical exam, training requirements).
• Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate. 

Hours: Monday to Friday from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm

Position runs through the 2019-20 School year, a 10-month position

Click here to read a full position description.

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“Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities”

Last updated September 18, 2020