CCE of Schenectady County Community Nutrition Educator –Schenectady, NY

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schenectady County’s nutrition and food programs help local residents improve their health and prevent disease through hands-on learning about healthy eating, cooking, and food gaps and trends.

Program areas may include topics like community nutrition, food systems, farm-to-school efforts, and other initiatives that support access to healthy, affordable food. The Educator may also lend support to other nutrition programs as needed, helping the Association respond to new opportunities and community priorities.

The Educator works closely with community partners, funders, and Cornell University program teams to plan, deliver, and evaluate educational programs. This role also helps with grant writing and reporting, serves on advisory groups, and contributes ideas that shape the direction of local nutrition and food initiatives. The Educator works both independently and as part of a collaborative, flexible team dedicated to meeting community needs.

    

Application Instructions

In the My Information section be sure to enter your full name, address, email, and phone number(s).  

Include a cover letter, resume and at least three references (at least one who is a current or former supervisor or teacher).  To attach documents, under the My Experience section use the Select Files button to search for files or use the Drop Files Here box to drag documents into your application. If you plan to upload more than one document, click the Upload icon for each additional document. Please note, once your application is submitted you will not be able to change your submission or add attachments.  If you would like to add or update documents to your online application after submission, please contact Jim McNaughton, Association Lead Human Resources Manager, via e-mail jpm373@cornell.edu.

External Applicants: (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations) please refer to Applying for a Job with Cornell Cooperative Extension (External Candidate) for additional guidance.  

All Internal Applicants: Those who are currently employed by the Cornell Cooperative Extension Association indicated in this job posting must apply online via their employee Workday account, which may be accessed here: http://workday.cornell.edu/

Apply By

All applications must be received on-line by 11:59 pm on November 24, 2025. Position closing dates may change based on Association needs.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree.  Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years transferrable relevant experience may substitute for a master’s degree.

• Experience relevant to the role of the position.

• Ability to develop, deliver, and evaluate evidence-based nutrition education to participants.

• Ability to meet the regular travel requirements associated with the position. A valid NYS driver's license with the ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.

• Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.

• Ability to effectively manage interns.

• Technology Skills - Microsoft Office suite, database, and internet software.

• Ability to relate to and communicate effectively with staff, community leaders, program participants, and others. 

• Work Environment – In addition to the Working Conditions; the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. This position works in typical office and community-based environments. In addition, the position regularly lifts, moves, or transports program related materials and equipment. The position regularly shops for and prepares program materials and food. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree or coursework in nutrition, health education, and/or public health.

• Experience with farm-to- school and Policies, Systems, and Environments (PSE)

• Knowledge of nutritional needs for various audiences.

Position Responsibilities & Essential Functions

Program Responsibilities:

Program Assessment and Development – 15%

• Assist with program development efforts.

• Assist in maintaining direct linkage with funders and other partners for program development guidance.

• Assist in making programmatic changes based on program evaluation outcomes.

Program Delivery, Evaluation and Applied Research – 60%

• Deliver nutrition education programs through a variety of educational methods.

• Demonstrate meal preparation, recipes, and cooking techniques for target audiences.

• Create lesson plans.

• Serve as a subject matter resource; respond to questions.

• Meet or exceed targeted program delivery goals to help ensure inclusive, robust, sustained program participation reaching target audiences.

• Utilize evidence-based curricula and support materials to provide accurate, relevant nutrition education.

• Serve as a liaison with other partner organizations, attend meetings, etc.

• Foster acceptance of the program, methods, and policies to address community and individual needs and consider diverse audiences.

• Collaborate with community agencies and help make connections to other Extension programs and community resources.

• Represent CCE to the public, community leaders, government officials and Cornell University in a professional manner.

• Help evaluate the program and make recommendations for improvements.

Administrative Responsibilities:

Direction and Management – 15%

• Assist supervisor in planning and managing programs. 

• Assist in solving problems and resolving conflicts.

Coordination and Operation – 5%

• Complete documentation as required by program and funders.

• Maintain program participant confidentiality.

• Attend team and staff meetings, report expenses timely, work with other staff and volunteers, perform general marketing of Extension programs. 

Professional Improvement – 5%

• In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes and Association priorities.

• Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension and perform other duties as assigned.

Health and Safety – Applied to all duties and functions

• Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment.

• Be familiar with and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, Association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.

• Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

Policy – Applied to all duties and functions

• Aware of, and adheres to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Schenectady County policies, procedures and Cornell Cooperative Extension Skills for Success.

• Contribute to the overall success of the organization by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely and accurate manner.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for providing equal program and employment opportunities in accordance with applicable laws.

Position Details

This is a part-time, nonexempt position, 30 hours/week. Compensation paid at the rate of $32.23 per hour.  Excellent benefits, based on eligibility, including:

• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal leave

• Paid Holidays

• NYS Health Insurance Program (including Dental Insurance)

• NYS Retirement (NYSERS)

• Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Total Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Tax Deferred Annuity Plan

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Voluntary Term Life Insurance

• Personal Accidental Insurance

• Legal Plan Insurance

• Long Term Care Insurance

• Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance

• Pet Insurance

• New York’s College Savings Program

No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available.

For additional questions please contact Jim McNaughton, Association Lead Human Resources Manager, e-mail jpm373@cornell.edu or phone (518) 765-3503.

https://schenectady.cce.cornell.edu/

  

Job Title:

Association Subject Educator II

Level:

003

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Company:

Contract College

Contact Name:

Jim McNaughton

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

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