Community Outreach Assistant III (Pinal County, AZ)

The Pinal County Cooperative Extension Office is seeking an enthusiastic and organized individual to fill the position of Community Outreach Assistant III. The Community Outreach Assistant III independently plans, coordinates, delivers, and evaluates community-based educational programs that promote lifelong learning and the improvement of nutrition, health, physical activity, and home management practices for limited-income adults, families, and youth throughout Pinal County. This position develops and implements outreach and recruitment strategies, cultivates partnerships with community organizations and stakeholders, and supports program administration through data management, reporting, and program evaluation activities. Working with minimal supervision, the incumbent exercises independent judgment to address community needs, enhance participant engagement, and ensure successful implementation of Cooperative Extension programs.

As part of the Pinal County Cooperative Extension team, this position supports the mission of connecting communities to University-based research and educational resources that improve quality of life and strengthen communities across the county.

This position requires the ability to travel to different locations in Pinal County to deliver the EFNEP nutrition classes.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Program Planning, Delivery,
Coordination, and Evaluation:

• Independently plan, coordinate,
  and deliver approved nutrition, healthy living, physical activity, and home management education
  programs for eligible adults, families, and youth throughout Pinal County.
• Exercise judgment in adapting
  teaching methods, scheduling, and outreach strategies to meet participant and community needs
  while ensuring compliance with EFNEP and University of Arizona program requirements.
• Evaluate participant progress and
  recommend strategies to improve program engagement and outcomes.

Program Administration, Data
Management, and Reporting:

• Independently monitor, maintain,
  analyze, and report participant and program data utilizing established EFNEP and University reporting
  systems.
• Conduct participant assessments,
  track performance measures, identify data discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions to ensure data
  integrity, regulatory compliance, and achievement of program objectives.
• Maintain and complete all forms
  required by EFNEP and the University.

Community Outreach and Participant
Recruitment:

• Develop and implement outreach and
  recruitment strategies to identify and engage eligible adults, families,
  and youth.
• Assess community needs, gather
  preliminary participant information, and establish relationships with community
  organizations, schools, and agencies to expand program visibility and
  participation throughout the service area.

Partnership Development and
Program Support:

• Establish, maintain, and
  coordinate relationships with community partners, service providers, and stakeholders to
  support program objectives.
• Serve as a resource regarding
  EFNEP services, assist in resolving outreach and participant issues, and recommend
  opportunities to strengthen partnerships and improve program delivery.

Professional Development,
Training, and Team Collaboration:

• Participate in required trainings
  and professional development activities and apply acquired knowledge to enhance program
  effectiveness.
• Provide guidance, training
  support, and mentoring to less experienced staff as assigned.
• Collaborate with program
  leadership and team members to develop solutions, improve processes, and achieve program
  goals.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
(KSAs):

• Knowledge of community outreach
  principles, educational program delivery methods, and strategies for engaging various
  audiences and underserved populations.
• Skill in planning, coordinating,
  implementing, and evaluating community-based educational programs and outreach
  initiatives.
• Ability to establish and maintain
  effective working relationships with community organizations, stakeholders,
  program participants, and internal partners.
• Skill in collecting, tracking,
  analyzing, and maintaining program data, records, and reports with a high
  degree of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Ability to exercise independent
  judgment, prioritize multiple assignments, identify solutions to challenges,
  and adapt to changing program needs and community priorities.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Five (5) years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

• Demonstrated success in coordinating and delivering community outreach, educational, or public
  engagement programs.
• Experience developing and maintaining partnerships with community organizations, schools,
  governmental agencies, or nonprofit organizations.
• Prior experience managing program records, participant data, and reporting requirements using
  electronic databases and reporting systems.