Address
Form of work
SalaryPosting Number
req18765
Department
Pinal County Office
Department Website Link
https://extension.arizona.edu/pinal
Location
County Extensions and Farms
Address
Casa Grande, AZ 85122 USA
Position Highlights
The Community Outreach Assistant II will recruit/outreach, plan/develop, teach and deliver approved curriculum to limited income adults, families and youth in Pinal County on the lifelong learning and improvement of life-skills in nutrition, health, physical activity and home management practices.
This is an Extended Temporary Employment (ETE) position.
This position will be from 1-2 years.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Identify and recruit limited income adults, families and youth by gathering preliminary data and information on potential participants within assigned geographic area to educate using the prescribed curriculum of nutrition education and related disciplines.
- Become knowledgeable in prescribed curriculum and materials to be able to plan, deliver and educate program participants in the area of nutrition, healthy living and related disciplines.
- Implement pre- and post-assessments for all program participants. Log and monitor participant data and progress through program. Maintain and complete all forms on a regular basis that are required by the University of Arizona.
- Create and maintain partnerships with community programs and service providers to build relationships to be able to offer our nutrition education program. Able to work well with others.
- Assist supervisor with establishing contacts with appropriate community resources. Assist and maintain communication with supervisor on participant progress.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Able to recruit limited resource participants in the community.
- Able and willing to maintain cultural diversity and to keep information confidential.
- Ability to work effectively as a team member and/or independently and respond positively to supervision.
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines and complete required program reports.
- Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
- Ability to and willingness to work with diverse audiences and maintain cultural sensitivity.
- Ability and willingness to work with a high degree of integrity, accuracy, organization, professional judgement and ability to handle confidential information.
- When requested, the applicant will need the ability to travel to different locations in Pinal County to deliver the EFNEP nutrition classes.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience required.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience required.
- Experience in facilitating educational sessions.
- Experience in recruiting limited resource participants.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in adult/youth education or relevant experience.
- Experience working with limited resource audience in the community.
- Experience in planning and organizing work responsibilities according to priorities developed with supervisor.
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Part Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
20
Job FTE
.50
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Outreach and Community Engagement
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
$16.50
Compensation Type
hourly rate
Grade
3
Career Stream and Level
OC2
Job Family
Cmty Outreach
Job Function
Outreach & Community Engage
Type of criminal background check required:
Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department)
Number of Vacancies
1
Target Hire Date
2/19/2024
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Esmeralda Castillo
Community Outreach Professional III
ECastill@cals.arizona.edu
520 836-5221, x244
Community Outreach Professional III
ECastill@cals.arizona.edu
520 836-5221, x244
Open Date
1/12/2024
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Diversity Statement
At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
