Community Outreach Assistant II (Part Time)

University of Arizona

remote work

United States, Arizona, Duncan

Jan 25, 2025

Community Outreach Assistant II (Part Time)
Posting Number	req21713
Department	Greenlee County Office
Department Website Link	https://extension.arizona.edu/greenlee
Location	County Extensions and Farms
Address	1684 Fairgrounds Road, Duncan, AZ 85534 USA
Position Highlights	Assist Community Outreach Professional I with lesson preparation, garden activities, food demonstration set up, and miscellaneous tasks as needed. Assist Community Outreach Professional I with providing direct nutrition education and nutrition integrated physical activity lessons in conjunction with PSE efforts. No remote work available, all work will be done in person in Greenlee County. Applicants would benefit from understanding Trauma-Informed Principles, Community Engagement and from having experience working with diverse populations that have low access to food resources. Program Location: Greenlee County Cooperative Extension Office, and various sites in Duncan, Arizona, Greenlee County. The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities	Duties and Responsibilities: * Assist with SNAP-Ed programs including school and community youth programming. Support will be in the form of assistance with lesson preparation, gardening activities, hands-on workshops, and food demonstrations. * Development of functioning school, community, and demonstration gardens, with lasting infrastructure to provide education to community members, insuring sustainability. * Assist with SNAP-Ed summer programming, including but not limited to, Kids' Cooking. * Support SNAP-Ed contribution to Early Childhood Education programs. * Minor office work as needed. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Gardening skills * Organizational skills * Computer and camera skills * Be able to communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing) * Demonstrates leadership and ability to work independently under general direction
Minimum Qualifications	Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience. High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required. Valid Fingerprint Clearance Card. Experience working with youth, the public, and volunteers. Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.
Preferred Qualifications
FLSA	Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Part Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	9
Job FTE	.23
Work Calendar	Fiscal
Job Category	Outreach and Community Engagement
Benefits Eligible	No Benefits
Rate of Pay	$16.50 - $20.63
Compensation Type	hourly rate
Grade	3
Compensation Guidance	The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Grade Range Minimum	$16.5
Grade Range Midpoint	$20.63
Grade Range Maximum	$24.75
Career Stream and Level	OC2
Job Family	Cmty Outreach
Job Function	Outreach & Community Engage
Type of criminal background check required:	Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties)
Number of Vacancies	1
Target Hire Date	2/17/2025
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	Ashley Menges Assistant Agent, 4HYD ajefferssample@arizona.edu 928-359-2261
Open Date	1/23/2025
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
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