Community Outreach Professional IV (Casa Grande)

The University is looking for a Community Outreach Professional IV. This position serves as the program lead for the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) within the Pinal, Graham, and Cochise County Cooperative Extension. The role is responsible for overseeing the overall administration and daily operations of this USDA funded program and fulfilling its mission to deliver effective nutrition education.

The incumbent works independently with guidance from the Director and is responsible for hiring, training, supervising, and supporting a team of Outreach Assistant nutrition educators. The position provides leadership to ensure high quality program delivery and effective staff performance.

In coordination with the Director and Business Manager, the position manages program budgets, supports grant financial oversight, maintains program databases, and ensures compliance with all grant requirements, including accurate and timely reporting.

The role establishes and maintains strong partnerships with community organizations, collaborates with other EFNEP personnel across counties, and coordinates with internal Cooperative Extension programs (such as Tucson Village Farm and The Garden Kitchen) to support joint programming and events.

Additionally, the position interfaces with University of Arizona departments to facilitate internship and volunteer opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students, expanding program capacity and supporting workforce development.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Program
Leadership and Educational Delivery:

• Provide
  strategic leadership for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of EFNEP
  nutrition education programming in Pinal, Graham, and Cochise Counties.
• Establish
  program delivery standards, select and adapt evidence-based curricula to meet
  program objectives, and ensure alignment with federal and university
  guidelines.
• Oversee staff
  training and instructional quality through observation, feedback, and coaching
  to support continuous improvement and achievement of program outcomes.

Partnerships
and Community Engagement:

• Serve as the
  principal liaison for EFNEP with community partners, University stakeholders,
  and collaborating organizations.
• Identify,
  develop, and sustain strategic partnerships that expand program reach and
  support long-term educational delivery.
• Lead
  coordination efforts, facilitate communication across partners, and establish
  Memoranda of Understanding as appropriate to formalize collaborations and
  ensure shared program goals.

Program
Analysis, Stewardship, and Compliance Leadership:

• Provide
  subject-matter leadership for EFNEP program reporting, data stewardship,
  evaluation interpretation, and fiscal monitoring to support evidence-based
  decision-making and regulatory compliance.
• Analyze program
  performance data and evaluation findings to inform program design, delivery
  priorities, and continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with
  Principal Investigators and the Director.
• Exercise
  independent professional judgment to monitor budget activity, identify
  variances or risks, and recommend corrective actions consistent with funding
  and University requirements.
• Serve as a
  technical and functional resource to staff regarding data quality, reporting
  standards, and compliance expectations.
• Represent the
  program through leading and participating in statewide planning, coordination,
  and advisory forums.

Personnel
Supervision and Workforce Development:

• Supervise and
  support EFNEP staff through recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, performance
  management, and professional development.
• Establish
  expectations, assess performance, and provide guidance to ensure effective
  program delivery while fostering staff growth and accountability.
• Promote a
  collaborative and inclusive work environment aligned with Cooperative Extension
  and University standards.

Outreach
Strategy and Information Dissemination:

• Direct the
  development and coordination of nutrition and physical activity outreach and
  communication strategies across multiple platforms, including in-person
  programming, digital media, collaborative meetings, and web-based resources.
• Guide content
  priorities and messaging to support program objectives, increase community
  awareness, and enhance stakeholder engagement.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of research-based nutrition information.
• Ability to
  manage program budget and follow U of A spending policies.
• Ability to
  communicate effectively with diverse groups.
• Skilled in
  conducting outreach events, and with recruiting program participants.
• Proficient in
  Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Excellent
  verbal and written communication skills.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• Bachelor's
  degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level
  experience required.
• Eight years of
  relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work
  experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

• Experience leading or coordinating federally funded nutrition education programs, such as EFNEP or SNAPEd.
• Supervisory experience overseeing community outreach or education staff, including hiring, training, and performance management.
• Experience managing grant-funded budgets, data reporting, and compliance requirements.
• Experience building and sustaining partnerships with community organizations and public agencies.