EFNEP Program Assistant

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Type of Position: Clerical

Workstudy Position: No

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States)

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a statewide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice‑President for Agriculture.

The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work‑life balance.

Department: Family & Consumer Science
* EFNEP Management

Department's Website: udada.edu

The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) Program Assistant works for an assigned county Extension program under the supervision of a county Agent in the program area of the EFNEP. This is a non‑clerical, community‑focused position where the EFNEP Program Assistant will recruit participants and provide nutrition education to families with limited resources.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must agree to comply with the Youth Protection policy, including authorized release of relevant Arkansas Child Abuse & Neglect Central Registry records.
• Ability to work without close supervision is required.
• Transportation for use on the job with liability insurance in effect is required.

• Some College desirable.

• Ability to conduct programs & work with all clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally & in writing.
• Ability to keep accurate records & submit timely reports of activities.
• Ability to respond positively to supervisor direction.
• Ability to work without close daily supervision.

Applicants for this position are required to upload a resume, cover letter, and a list of three (3) references including name, phone number and email address (if available) prior to submitting the application. Once an application is submitted, the applicant will not be able to edit the application or upload additional documents.

If you have technical issues uploading a document or if you have a need to provide additional documentation after submitting your application, email human resources.

Starting salary: $34,000

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
• Resume

• None specified.

Dr. Teresa Henson – Assistant Professor – Nutrition/EFNEP
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site  Please do not send to the listed recruitment contact.

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