Nutrition Education Coordinator

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). 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 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Some work after hours or on weekends may be required.

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Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

This position is the primary content developer and reviewer for nutrition education for the UGA SNAP-Ed curricula for direct education (Food Talk, Food Talk Better U, and Food Talk Farmers Market), eLearning, social marketing (social media and text messaging campaigns), and Policy, Systems, and Environmental ( PSE) change interventions. This position will also serve as the primary content developer for our website and other online nutrition education resources (blogs, recipes, just-in-time videos) following the federal and state SNAP-Ed Guidance. The position will contribute to the coordination, implementation, and evaluation of training sessions for the UGA SNAP-Ed Supervisors and Program Assistants and other community stakeholders. This position will supervise the work and schedules of students as part of their internships, coursework, and other community nutrition program experiences under UGA SNAP-Ed as needed.

Strong writing/composition ability and oral presentation skills; ServSafe Certified

Lift up to 40 pounds, sitting for long periods at a computer/desk. Driving to perform job related tasks.

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.

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 UGA Background Check website.

Serve as the primary content developer for direct education (Food Talk, Food Talk: Better U, Food Talk: Farmers Market), eLearning (Food eTalk and Food eTalk: Better U), Social Marketing Campaigns (social media post content and text messages), PSE interventions, and online nutrition education resources for website (blogs, cooking demonstration videos, and just-in-time videos, etc.).

Review nutrition educational materials and curricula for content accuracy, format nutrition education materials and add USDA required statements, and revise and update materials to include updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the latest literature. Work with the Social Marketing Coordinator to develop interesting and engaging social media posts appropriate for SNAP-Ed participants

Conduct County visits and county observations to ensure the program quality and fidelity and to answer questions from Program Assistants, the community, and online in a timely manner.

Develop, deliver, and evaluate training content for Program Assistants, Supervisors, and other stakeholders as needed.

Complete reports to document progress and impact.

Supervise students under UGA SNAP-Ed.