Extension Program Manager - EFNEP

Classification Title: Extension Program Manager Classification Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Job Description: **Administration and Reporting** - Stay up to date with UF/IFAS Extension EFNEP requirements, policies, and guidance, and provide staff with timely updates and clarification as needed. - Engage in EFNEP and county trainings, meetings and professional development to support effective program implementation and coordination. - Complete required programmatic reports accurately and on time, including success stories and activity reports as requested. - Develop and administer county needs assessment program plan in alignment with program goals and funding requirements. - Monitor progress toward county program goals and address areas needing improvement. - Maintain the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of program records. - Review and approve staff administrative records, including travel expenses, grocery receipts, work logs/calendars, and time and leave, in accordance with UF and program requirements. - Procure program supplies and materials within budgetary guidelines and maintain accountability for program assets. - Delegate appropriate administrative and reporting responsibilities to the Office Assistant and provide necessary oversight. **Team Leadership, Training and Performance Management** - Supervise and provide day-to-day leadership to assigned EFNEP staff. - Hold regular team meetings and individual check-ins to communicate expectations, address needs, and support staff performance. - Coach and mentor employees to strengthen performance, professional skills, and achievement of program expectations, including caseload goals. - Address employee relations and performance concerns promptly and complete required UF performance management processes. - Observe each Nutrition Educator conducting an educational session at least twice per year, including one observation of participant evaluation administration; document observations and review feedback with the employee to identify strengths and areas for growth. - Conduct independent follow-up with participants or community partners, as appropriate, to assess and address significant program implementation or performance concerns. - Coordinate with the EFNEP state office to fill vacancies, including participating in candidate selection and providing onboarding and orientation for new hires. - Plan and deliver group and individual staff training on nutrition content, curricula, teaching techniques, recruitment, and other required competencies. - Provide group training one to two times per month and identify appropriate topics and resources for staff self-study. - As applicable, obtain ServSafe® Food Protection Manager certification, coordinate SafeStaff® Food Handler certification for staff, and ensure appropriate food-handling practices at EFNEP offices and programming sites. **Program Promotion and Recruitment** - Maintain existing community partnerships and develop new partnerships that support EFNEP programming and participant recruitment. - Identify and recruit appropriate teaching sites in collaboration with EFNEP staff, the County Extension Director, and other partners. - Promote EFNEP within the community to increase awareness of and access to program services. - Participate in community advisory groups, coalitions, and other meetings that support program outreach, recruitment, and partnership development. **Support Public Health and Policy, Systems, and Environmental (PSE) Approaches** - Maintain existing community partnerships and develop new partnerships that support EFNEP programming and participant recruitment. - Identify and recruit appropriate teaching sites in collaboration with EFNEP staff, the County Extension Director, and other partners. - Promote EFNEP within the community to increase awareness of and access to program services. - Participate in community advisory groups, coalitions, and other meetings that support program outreach, recruitment, and partnership development. **Travel** - Travel independently throughout the assigned county or geographic area to support staff supervision and program operations, including site visits, teaching observations, and meetings with partners, advisory groups, and Extension personnel. - Travel outside assigned county or geographic area for UF/IFAS Extension EFNEP meetings, trainings, and other program responsibilities. - Complete overnight travel as required for annual training and other program-related activities. - Driver’s license is required for this position. Expected Salary: $61,000 annually The University of Florida offers highly competitive benefits and retirement options, generous leave plans, a health and wellness program that reflects its commitment to qualify of work, and many more competitive perks and rewards. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid driver's license and reliable daily transportation Preferred: - Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment and initiative, manage competing priorities, solve problems effectively, and complete responsibilities with minimal day-to-day supervision. - Strong leadership and supervisory experience, including setting expectations, managing employee performance, coaching and developing staff, fostering accountability, and creating a positive and productive team environment. - Strong background in nutrition, community nutrition, public health nutrition, or a closely related field. Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) and/or Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LD/N) credential strongly preferred. - Excellent organizational, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to coordinate multiple activities, communicate effectively with diverse audiences, and develop and deliver engaging presentations and trainings. - Demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative, productive working relationships with staff, Extension colleagues, community partners, and other stakeholders. Background check required. Attached: [EFNEP Extension Program Manager - Full Position Description.pdf](https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt8Z9S9DHKvD3WGYSx36TGhc9QN5eIXB2ikYCGhJ2yZup2bV8ky3pQ2J9MKuRhXM7TeWXEeYzVyk3IjPW5G9hQOkjasGpbJe2j3XT363BwdNwz5vPp2esRbgHgLveaYetaHljR7fPz8QwuGTa9Lg4cuQ%7e%7e) Attached: [EFNEP Core Values.pdf](https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtngdfw7CB-9sug7oV0tAt6-qVAA50kOogN0_xqU7gg6is8pQRRN8i6ETJUo2xFq-rK9XlBIP7NodXC30muoo8cTxAVUriwe58XuRePtSu-E7UuUM1YUiEriJ_T92D_LBw1nXGgLPa482VdgbwAZCDEA%7e%7e) Special Instructions to Applicants: In order to be considered, please attach to the application: - Resume - Cover letter articulating why you are a good fit for this position. - 3 references with contact information and relationship to applicant Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. This is a time-limited, grant funded position in EFNEP Orange County Extension office. For inquiries or questions, please contact: Genena Blanchette at genena@ufl.edu Health Assessment Required:No