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Extension Program Assistant, TNCEP, Carter County - UTIA
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Position Number: 6058388
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Position Type: Agriculture - Extension

Extension Program Assistant, TNCEP, Carter County - UTIA
Elizabethton, TN, United States

Job Identification: 1488
Job Category: Extension Service
Posting Date: 03/06/2025
Job Schedule: Full Time
Locations: 1801 Downtown West, Knoxville, TN, 37919, US (On-site)

Job Description
This is a full time grant funded position. The Tennessee Nutrition and Consumer Education Program (TNCEP) Program Assistant II is responsible to the County Extension Director and works under the direction of the lead Family and Consumer Science Agent to implement approved educational programs in group settings to both youth and adult audiences in the area of health and nutrition as part of the Tennessee Nutrition and Consumer Education Program (TNCEP). This position will assist with acquiring materials for the program, maintaining program records, budget records, and submit travel expense reports. This position will maintain and grow positive partnerships with local organizations to address the nutrition and physical activity needs of the community and in support of the TNCEP grant goals.

Responsibilities

Collaborate effectively with community and state-level partners to implement specific program components of the Tennessee Nutrition and Consumer Education Program (TNCEP).
Assist in the provision of resources, training and technical assistance to ensure the comprehensive health, nutrition, and physical activity programs occurring in community settings.
Assist in the development and maintenance of an active coalition of County agencies, organizations, industries, businesses, and individuals to address the nutritional and physical activity needs of all county residents.
Maintain and grow positive partnerships with local organizations, vendors, agencies, and general public in support of the TNCEP grant goals.
Assist with community needs assessments and evaluation requirements as needed.
Assume other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED
Experience: Two to three years of related experience desired
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills needed
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, and Word Perfect.
Successful applicant must have a valid Tennessee driver's license
Clear background check will be required.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate's Degree
Experience teaching youth and/or adults

Work Location - Onsite at the UT Extension Carter County office in Elizabethton, TN.

Compensation and Benefits

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About UT Extension

UT Extension provides a gateway to the University of Tennessee as the outreach unit of the Institute of Agriculture. With an office in every Tennessee county, UT Extension delivers educational programs and research-based information to citizens throughout the state. In cooperation with Tennessee State University, UT Extension works with farmers, families, youth and communities, to improve lives by addressing problems and issues at the local, state and national levels.

About Us
With over 225 years dedicated to education and research, and as one of the 100 largest employers in Tennessee, there is endless potential to discover at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. This advanced academic center comprises 17 degree-granting colleges and schools, 900+ programs of study, 547 graduate programs, and is home to over 7,500 employees statewide who support the continued growth of the state's flagship land-grant university. The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, Anthropological Research Facility, Space Institute, and the UT Institute of Public Service are acclaimed entities of the UT system and with nearby affiliate, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Rocky Top is a university on the rise. UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset and with values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovative leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices that attract and retain a diverse community and that support a culture where everyone matters and belongs. Apply today and join the Vol Family for life!
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