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Job ID359717 LocationAll Other -See Job Description Job FamilyEducation-Extension Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code8316A2 Employee ClassCivil Service About the Job Title: SNAP- Ed Health & Wellness Coordinator, South Metro counties Classification:Extension Program Associate 2 (8316A2) Extension Area: Department of Family, Health and Wellbeing Office Location: Option ofDakota, Hennepin, or Scott County Extension offices; Hybrid work options Application Deadline:February 26, 2024 ABOUT THIS POSITION SNAP-Ed Health and Wellness Coordinators lead communities to design and implement solutions to improve individual and community health by promoting healthy eating behaviors and physical activity in low-income communities.These positions will work with diverse populations in the metro area specifically south metro counties (Scott, Carver, Dakota, and Hennepin). Seeking applicants committed to trauma-informed, culturally grounded, community-centered, relationship-driven work carried out in a manner that centers on anti-racist and social justice approaches using a public health lens. The persons in these positions are responsible for assessing local community health needs; building cross sector partnerships and relationships with agencies, community leaders, and potential funders. As well as implementing evidence-based programs and teaching Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eligible individuals and families; and working with community partners to evaluate educational programming and systems change efforts. Additionally, the persons in these positions will be co-learning with community members around critical issues affecting individual and community health and well-being and developing strategies with community members to address the issues. To learn more, visit Extension's page. Responsibilities Deliver evidence-based education, programs, and initiatives (45%) Facilitate community-driven changes in policies, systems, and environments through implementing public health initiatives to improve healthy eating, physical activity, and food access. Teach, in Spanish and English, nutrition education using evidence-based educational resources and curriculum to participants living on a limited income from youth to older adults. Assess and adapt the program and educational materials to enhance relevance and accessibility for audience needs, including language, culture, disability status, educational levels, and other characteristics. Recruit and provide train-the-trainer opportunities on evidence-based programs for community professionals and local agencies. Provide technical assistance to community professionals on implementation and evaluation. Implement SNAP-Ed programming and evaluation following program plans and guidance documents to ensure fidelity. Work with partners to ensure audience eligibility and establish terms of programming. Conduct evaluations and report program outcomes with program participants, partners, and stakeholders such as County Extension Committees. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Provide leadership to design, develop and implement community-based health promotion programs and initiatives (40%) Use existing community health assessments in the metro region to determine potential needs for SNAP-Ed health and nutrition programming. Use data tools to understand culture, diversity, ethnic composition, religious composition, health or dietary characteristics, poverty, historical trauma, etc. Collaborate with community members and partners to determine programming opportunities and community-level initiatives around promoting healthy eating and physical activity while applying our foundational principles of equity, holistic health, community centered, and relationship driven. Support implementation of program and initiative opportunities determined by community engagement processes and their readiness for change/action. Collaborate with the community to build mutual y respectful relationships to design, develop, deliver and evaluate culturally grounded, impactful programming. Market health and nutrition education programs and initiatives to potential and existing partners and participants. Foster and strengthen local and/or regional partnerships across organizations to support community health and wellbeing Communicate U of M SNAP-Ed programmatic goals and objectives and federal guidelines to community partners. Build cross-center partnerships within Extension. Participate in internal statewide project teams to expand and deepen SNAP-Ed impact. Professionally represent Extension and federal SNAP-Ed in providing support and expertise when serving on agency or community boards, coalitions, or advisory committees related to health and nutrition. Procedures and Protocols (15%) Comply with University of Minnesota, Extension, grant funding agency (Department of Human Services), and community partners' policies, procedures, and requirements. Enter course/programming, participant, and partner information into the program database. Secure program participant information related to demographics, eligibility, attendance, assessment, and program evaluation using established privacy and data security procedures. Complete administrative tasks accurately and on time, including updated calendar, time entry, expenses, and mileage reimbursement. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Six years of relevant experience or the combination of a Bachelor's degree in community health promotion, nutrition, or a closely related discipline and two years of related experience. Experience noted above should include two (2) years of experience teaching, community health promotion, or engaging communities in improving health or food access. Experience working with culturally diverse, economically under-resourced, and underserved people. Passionate about nutrition/cooking classes, and experience facilitating health-related classes through direct education. Experience working with the Latino/Hispanic communities An understanding of Latino/a/x/Hispanic cultures. Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt communication styles to suit diverse cultures in particular Latino/a/x/Hispanic cultures. Experience using computers and distance technology platforms for data entry, creating informational materials, emails, teaching, or training purposes. Additional Requirements: Valid driver's license and own means of transportation with required liability insurance, to be utilized for frequent travel within the southern metro region and infrequent travel in greater Minnesota. When not in the assigned office location, employees must be reachable with a mobile number at the employee's own expense. Must have reliable internet if/when working outside of assigned office location. Must be able to travel within the designated communities and provide in-person programming. Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including some evening and weekend hours to meet the program participant's needs and availability. Ability to lift, push,... For full info follow application link. The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.