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Create Healthy Pantries Nutrition Educator

Utah State University
$20.00 / hr
United States, Utah, Logan
Nov 06, 2026
Create Healthy Pantries Nutrition Educator Requisition ID: 2026-10906 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT Category: Extension Position Type: Non-benefited (hourly) Part-Time Job Classification: Non-Benefited College: Extension Department: Extension Home & Community Advertised Salary: $20.00/hour Overview Join USU Extension's Create Better Health program, housed within the Hunger Solutions Institute. The Create Better Health program is a comprehensive initiative dedicated to increasing food security among individuals and families in Utah. The Create Healthy Pantries Pilot Project is primarily focused on the implementation of policy, systems, and environment work in local participating food pantries in Utah County, coupled with direct nutrition education for adults and youth. Core functions of the Create Healthy Pantries Nutrition Educator: Develop and maintain partnerships with relevant organizations to effectively implement the program. Proactively engage with clients and partners ensuring alignment with project objectives and guidelines. Prepare for and deliver educational classes, including purchasing and preparing food, organizing class materials, and coordinating other supplies needed for successful instruction. If you're passionate about making a positive impact in the community, have the necessary qualifications, and are committed to promoting health and nutrition education, we encourage you to apply. We are seeking a qualified individual in Utah County to work part-time (approximately 20 hours per week). Reporting program progress and impacts is integral to this role. This is a temporary position with funding currently available through December 31, 2026. Responsibilities Teaching and Education Deliver established and approved Create Better Health curriculum covering basic nutrition, food safety, food budgeting, and physical activity education. Conduct face-to-face classes aimed at pantry clients and their households. Cultural Competency and Community Engagement Effectively communicate and engage with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. Commit to providing culturally relevant services. Work with community partners to enhance healthy food access and physical activity opportunities within the county (PSE work). Program Management and Reporting Ensure the healthy choice is easily accessible to food pantry clients. Operate under the supervision of a County Extension supervisor, in collaboration with Hunger Solutions Institute leadership. Adhere to USU Extension policies and procedures. Provide accurate and timely reports and evaluation data to project leadership. Outreach and Partnerships Recruit program participants through various channels like personal contact, advertising, social media, and collaborating with agencies like local food pantries. Plan and coordinate with various organizations and agencies, including USU, local food pantries and other community organizations. Resource Awareness and Event Facilitation Familiarize clients with available community resources, including food pantries, Extension programs, etc. Facilitate workshops, cooking demonstrations, and resource sharing events. Compliance and Professional Development Maintain accurate records of educational activities, participation, and other required project information. Submit required reports and evaluation data accurately and on time. Maintain participant confidentiality. Complete required training and maintain applicable certifications. Participate in required program meetings and training. Travel within Utah County as needed to provide programming and work with community partners. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Fluency in both Spanish and English, with the ability to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking participants and community partners. Access to reliable internet and some skill with computers and other electronic devices necessary. Access to reliable transportation to meet with clients is required. Mileage will be reimbursed. Willing an able to fulfil the requirement for regular travel within Utah County. Preferred Qualifications Understanding of Create Better Health or USU Extension. Experience in health and/or nutrition education. Experience working in food pantries, Extension programs, or other community-based organizations. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Basic knowledge of food preparation and nutrition (preferred). Strong Spanish and English communication skills. Computer skills for communication, reporting, and planning. Job requires willingness to learn, work well with people, keep accurate records, and do reports. Willingness and ability to work flexible hours. Required Documents Along with the online application, please attach: Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV" Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application Document size may not exceed 10 MB. Advertised Salary $20.00/hour ADA The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing). Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Additionally, indoor or outdoor work environments may include being confined or in narrow spaces for periods of time. The incumbent may also be exposed to loud noises or vibrations from equipment, and conditions that may affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. Bending, crawling, and crouching may be required. Incumbents may be required to lift, push, and/or pull objects up to 50 pounds and be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time. College/Department Highlights University Highlights As Utah's student-centered, land-grant research university, Utah State University expands opportunity and strengthens communities across the state through learning, discovery, extension, and engagement. Founded in 1888, USU now holds two Carnegie distinctions: R1 status for very high research activity and the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification. Its innovative research and scholarship is grounded in reciprocal partnerships with local, regional, and global communities, advancing knowledge and serving the public good across Utah, the nation, and the world. With over 50 world-class research facilities and the nation's second-oldest undergraduate research program, USU prepares students to become active, civically engaged leaders who can address critical societal challenges. USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state. Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, which it joined July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025-26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service. Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. 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