Health and Nutrition Outreach Specialist — Fort Valley

Health and Nutrition Outreach Specialist — Fort Valley | Recrutus

About the University

Fort Valley State University (FVSU) is a state and land-grant institution within the University System of Georgia. As the only 1890 land-grant university in the state, FVSU is a comprehensive institution serving over 2,800 students, including graduate students. Located in Fort Valley, the original site of Georgia's peach industry, the university occupies a 1,365-acre campus, making it Georgia's second-largest public university by area.

About the Team and Mission

The Fort Valley State University Cooperative Extension Program (FVSU-CEP) serves as an educational resource dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for Georgians and beyond through research-based initiatives. The Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) area focuses on empowering families to acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to build strong, resilient households. Key content areas include human and child development, parenting health management, wellness, heirs' property, and energy efficiency.

About the Role

The Health and Nutrition Outreach Specialist will manage the Health & Wellness program within the Family and Consumer Sciences Department. This role is pivotal in planning and designing community-based programs to support county staff and the Mobile Health Unit through educational outreach to Georgia residents. The specialist will lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based nutrition and wellness programs tailored to meet the needs of limited-resource, diverse, and socially disadvantaged audiences.

Collaboration is central to this position, involving work with county staff, program leadership, health-oriented campus departments, and medical, federal, and local agencies to address chronic disease, obesity prevention, and health equity. The specialist will also develop nutrition education materials, such as curricula, fact sheets, and healthy recipes, while delivering training and support to county-based staff and their clientele.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution. The university does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

Core Values

The University System of Georgia is guided by its Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all organizational activities, and every community member is responsible for upholding these standards. The university also supports Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom as outlined in USG Board Policies.

Work location

Work model: On-site

Miami Valley Road, Miami Valley, Fort Valley, Peach County, Georgia, 31380, United States

Fort Valley, Georgia

Key Responsibilities

check_circleDesign and implement nutrition and wellness programs for community-based outreach
check_circleLead development of evidence-based statewide extension programs for diverse audiences
check_circleCollaborate with agencies to address chronic disease and health equity via Mobile Health Unit
check_circleDeliver training and educational materials to county staff and clientele on public health
check_circleDevelop proposals to secure funding for program expansion
check_circleCreate nutrition education resources including curricula, fact sheets, and healthy recipes

Requirements

verifiedMaster of Science degree in human nutrition, public health, health education, chronic disease prevention, food science or related field
verifiedThree or more years of program development experience in Cooperative Extension, nonprofit or private sector
verifiedDoctorate degree in aforementioned areas (preferred)
verifiedRegistered Dietitian (preferred)
verifiedFamiliarity with MyPlate, dietary guidelines for Americans and other evidence-based nutrition resources
verifiedExperience with understanding of rural and low-income populations
verifiedProficiency in Microsoft Office Programs and modern electronic technology

Nice to Have

Doctorate degree in human nutrition, public health, health education, chronic disease prevention, food science, or a related field. Registered Dietitian credential.

Company

Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association, Inc.

Industry

Higher Education

Headquarters

Fort Valley, Georgia

“Thoroughness in the Pursuit of Excellence, Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow and Forever.” - Founders

The Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association, Inc. operates within the higher education sector and is headquartered in Fort Valley, Georgia. This organization serves the WILDCATS community by maintaining active engagement between the university and its graduates. The primary objective of the association is to promote the welfare of Fort Valley State University and assist in advancing the mission and goals established by the university's administration. As a membership-based entity, the Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association maintains a widespread footprint with chapters established across the United States. The group represents a global network of more than 22,000 alumni. Through these chapters, the association facilitates connections among members while supporting the institutional objectives of the university. The organization functions as a dedicated resource for alumni seeking to stay connected with their alma mater and with one another.

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Microsoft Office Programs, Myplate, Dietary Guidelines For Americans, Pse's.

Education: Master of Science degree in human nutrition, public health, or related field required; Doctorate degree in related field preferred.

Frequently asked questions about Extension Health and Outreach Coordinator at Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association, Inc.

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A Extension Health and Outreach Coordinator at Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association, Inc. is responsible for the following: Design and implement nutrition and wellness programs for community-based outreach; Lead development of evidence-based statewide extension programs for diverse audiences; Collaborate with agencies to address chronic disease and health equity via Mobile Health Unit; and Deliver training and educational materials to county staff and clientele on public health.

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Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association, Inc. is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Master of Science degree in human nutrition, public health, health education, chronic disease prevention, food science or related field; Three or more years of program development experience in Cooperative Extension, nonprofit or private sector; Doctorate degree in aforementioned areas (preferred); Registered Dietitian (preferred); Familiarity with MyPlate, dietary guidelines for Americans and other evidence-based nutrition resources; and Experience with understanding of rural and low-income populations.

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Extension Health and Outreach Coordinator at Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association, Inc. is based in Miami Valley Road, Miami Valley, Fort Valley, Peach County, Georgia, 31380, United States. This is a on-site role.

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Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association, Inc. has listed this Extension Health and Outreach Coordinator role as on-site.

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Extension Health and Outreach Coordinator at Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association, Inc. typically requires 3+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.

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Key skills for Extension Health and Outreach Coordinator at Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association, Inc. include Microsoft Office Programs; Myplate; Dietary Guidelines For Americans; and Pse's.

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Educational requirements for this role: Master of Science degree in human nutrition, public health, or related field required; and Doctorate degree in related field preferred.

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Extension Health and Outreach Coordinator at Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association, Inc. is part of the teaching job category on Recrutus.

About Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association, Inc.

As a membership-based entity, the Fort Valley State University National Alumni Association maintains a widespread footprint with chapters established across the United States. The group represents a global network of more than 22,000 alumni. Through these chapters, the association facilitates connections among members while supporting the institutional objectives of the university. The organization functions as a dedicated resource for alumni seeking to stay connected with their alma mater and with one another.

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