Posting Details
Classification Information
| Position/Classification Title |
Administrative Support Spec |
| Classification Type |
SHRA |
| Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies: |
N - Not Mandatory |
| Minimum Experience/Education |
High School Diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. |
| Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education |
- Knowledge or experiences related to nutrition and/or family and consumer sciences.
- Experiences working with computers/internet-based programs.
- Experience working with low-income clients.
- Ability to work both independently and as a team member.
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| Required License or Certification |
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Position Overview
| Primary Purpose of Position |
This position offers an exciting opportunity to participate in the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (
EFNEP), a vital initiative dedicated to improving health through education. Aligned with the mission and goals of the Cooperative Extension at N.C. A&T,
EFNEP is federally funded and focuses on empowering limited-resource youth and families with young children through engaging and practical nutrition lessons.
As part of this role, you will directly impact the community by teaching nutrition to under-resourced youth and adults. Your responsibilities will also include delivering exceptional customer service, promoting the program, scheduling events, managing expense reports, and providing instructional support. Please note that the continuation of this position is subject to the availability of funding.
Located in Henderson, N.C., this position will serve the Vance County community, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those it reaches. Join us in this rewarding endeavor! |
| Primary Function of Organizational Unit |
N.C. A&T is a public, land-grant, doctoral research institution and has been the largest historically Black university in the country for the past decade. With an enrollment of 14,311 students in Fall 2024, the university offers 59 undergraduate degree programs, 36 master's programs, and 12 doctoral programs. It is America's top producer of Black graduates in Engineering and Agricultural Science bachelor's programs, as well as a top five producer in numerous additional disciplines, including Liberal Arts and Communications/Journalism. It also ranks no. 3 in master's degrees awarded to Black graduates in Engineering Technologies and Related Fields, no. 4 in master's degrees in Engineering, and no. 11 best business school for women in the nation.
Nationally recognized for its leadership and excellence in
STEM education and research, N.C. A&T is classified as "R2-High Research Activity" in the Carnegie Classifications and is poised to achieve "R1-Very High Research Activity" status. It also holds Carnegie's earned credential in Community Engagement and the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (
APLU) Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation. With an annual economic impact of $2.4 billion, N.C. A&T plays a vital role as a higher-education economic driver in North Carolina's Piedmont Triad region and across a state that is ranked No. 1 in the nation for the second straight year as "best for business" by the
CNBC financial network.
Cooperative Extension at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is an educational outreach organization within the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences. Cooperative Extension at A&T provides researched-based educational information, programming and technical assistance to limited-resource audiences that address a diverse range of issues in four programmatic areas - Agriculture and Natural Resources, Family and Consumer Sciences, Community and Rural Development, and 4-H Youth Development. Together with its partners - North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, state and county governments, a dynamic and resourceful system is formed. In addition to campus operations, Cooperative Extension at N.C. A&T, has professionally staffed offices in almost half of the 100 counties in North Carolina and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indian Nation.
EFNEP's mission is to enhance the health of limited-resource youth and families with young children by providing practical lessons in basic nutrition, healthy lifestyles, resource management, and food safety. The program aims to help families and youth improve their behaviors in several key areas: dietary intake as recommended by the Dietary Guidelines and MyPlate, food resource management skills, nutrition practices, and food safety practices.
Participants learn to better select and purchase food that meets their families' nutritional needs while gaining new skills in food preparation, storage, and safety. They also discover how to effectively manage their food budgets, including the use of Electronic Benefits Transfer (
EBT), food instruments, and Cash Value Vouchers. |
| Work Hours |
8:00AM - 5:00PM with some flexibility |
| Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. |
On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site) |
Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies
| Required Competency |
Program Knowledge |
| Duties |
- Applies knowledge of EFNEP's mission and services to provide education on the principles of nutrition and diet, food safety, and physical activity to eligible participants. Education includes information delivery, food demonstrations, and exercise demonstrations
- Uses in-depth understanding of EFNEP goals and policies to recruit and enroll youth in the program, involve community volunteers in leadership roles, market the program to target audiences, collaborate with extension staff and local agencies, assist with the securing of program resources, and submit required reports.
- Works along with the EFNEP Coordinator and the 4-H Agent and Family and Consumer Science Agent to meet the needs of the county as identified by the local advisory council.
- Serves as a program liaison for the Agent or as a representative for the program as requested.
- Creates additional materials as approved by the EFNEP Extension Associate, Family and Consumer Science Agent and/or 4-H Agent.
- Deliver curricula through regular group activities and collecting required data from participating youth and volunteers.
- Attends trainings and meetings as designated by County Extension Director, EFNEP Coordinator, and/or state staff.
- Utilizes knowledge of federal, state and local policies and procedures and maintains participant confidentiality.
- Facilitates the collection of required data and submits reports to EFNEP State office and CED
- Coordinates with collaborating agencies to extend program outreach to eligible families
- Establish and maintain partnerships with agencies and organizations serving EFNEP audiences
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| Required Competency |
Problem Solving |
| Duties |
* Searches for research-based information relative to assignments or programs using online reference libraries, internet searches, office files and reference manuals.
* Researches, collects, and integrates data from various sources, including the development and writing of reports.
* Serves as an information source and problem solver for program policies and processes. |
| Required Competency |
Information/Records Administration |
| Duties |
* Maintains calendar, meeting schedules and makes travel arrangements as needed.
* Compiles and summarizes data from well-established sources; prepares and completes a variety of monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
* Reviews and verifies records and reports to insure required information is complete and accurate.
* Coordinates the logistics of program or training events including room or facility requirements and set up.
* Coordinates obtaining information for monthly bulletins, holiday flyers and other distribution outlets.
* May participate in preparation of annual budget development and submission by organizing collection of information, assisting agents with computer input, briefing to management, and subsequent revisions |
| Required Competency |
Communication - Verbal/Written |
| Duties |
- Teaches the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) curriculum to limited-resource adult caregivers and school-aged youth.
- Receives telephone calls and visitors; gives out detailed information regarding program activities; refers caller to appropriate program area or personnel.
- Responds to inquiries from the general public by telephone, e-mail and in person, regarding programs, related program services and upcoming events.
- Welcomes and registers participants via email or hardcopy, collecting fees and processing accurately.
- Events may include workshops, conferences, production meetings, field days, classes, achievement programs and advisory committee meetings. Coordinates with county Extension staff to provide participants with additional educational opportunities.
- Coordinates with collaborating agencies to provide opportunities to teach on-site, in group settings and to access additional program resources.
- Supports and interacts with county advisory groups in programming for the target audience.
- Informs 4-H Agent of group formation and volunteer involvement.
- Review incoming emails to keep informed on the status of matters being handled; forward emails to appropriate staff, handle routine email correspondence and independently prepare appropriate replies.
- Researches, collects, and integrates data from various sources, including the development and writing of reports.
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| Required Competency |
Office Technology |
| Duties |
- Utilizes computerized equipment and various word processing, spreadsheet, and/or file maintenance programs to enter, store and retrieve information as requested or otherwise required.
- Types materials from typed or handwritten copy using a variety of complicated formats for preparing correspondence, reports and manuscripts, with responsibility for accuracy of spelling, punctuation, format and grammar.
- Performs specialized marketing work in creating newsletters, maintaining websites and social media pages.
- Sends public service announcements using a variety of media regarding upcoming classes.
- Maintains a program library of marketing collateral.
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Position Information
| Working Title |
Program Assistant - EFNEP (Vance County) |
| Competency Level |
Contributing |
| Position Number |
008572 |
| Recruitment Range |
$34,602 |
| FLSA |
Non-Exempt |
| Appointment Type |
Time Limited - Full-time |
| FTE |
40 hours/week, 12 months |
| If Time Limited, Appointment Length |
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| Organizational Division |
Cooperative Extension |
| Organizational Location |
College of Ag & Environ Sciences |
| Organizational Unit |
Regional Programs |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number |
SHRA2818 |
| Open Date |
01/28/2025 |
| Close Date |
02/21/2025 |
| Special Instructions to Applicant |
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;
- Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
- Community Service Leave
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC - Health Benefits
- NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
- Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Campus Recreation Center Discount
- University Bookstore Discount
- and more
This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
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| Quick Link |
https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/35846 |
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North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University
$34,602
life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k), 403(b)
Jan 28, 2025