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___________________________________________________________________________________Nutritionist
The Subject Educator I (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention, or SNAP-Ed Nutritionist) is primarily responsible for the delivery and implementation of established public education programming to improve healthy food and lifestyle choices among SNAP-eligible families and individuals encompassing all age groups throughout the SNAP-Ed New York Southern Finger Lakes Region, with a specific focus on Chemung County and the City of Elmira. As part of the federally grant funded SNAP-Ed New York program, this position works closely with other members of the Sothern Finger Lakes regional team to meet the program goals, including assisting the Senior Nutritionist and the Project Director with program implementation, evaluation, management, and marketing. Specific focus on implementing nutrition education and reaching target population through various forms of programming, including, but not limited to: in-person workshops, digital education in the form of virtual lessons, and other electronic methods, as assigned.
All External Applicants (including applicants currently employed by Cornell Cooperative Extension in Associations other than the Association advertising this career opportunity) must submit his/her application materials via the "APPLY" button located within this job posting.
All Internal Applicants (current employees working for the Association advertising this career opportunity) must apply online via his/her Workday account, which may be accessed here: http://workday.cornell.edu/.
Please contact Katie Curren, Association Operations Coordinator at 607-734-4453 with questions.
POSITION DETAILS:
This position is a full-time, hourly position, 100% FTE. The hourly rate for this position will range from $21.00 to $24.00 commensurate with experience. This position, based on eligibility, offers a comprehensive benefit package, to include: health and dental insurance, NYS retirement, vacation, sick and personal leave.
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The EUGE is a Department of Homeland Security-funded Hazard Mitigation Planning project in Elmira, NY. The project goal is to develop a plan to maintain and restore current healthy trees and green areas to combat the effects of climate change and provide environmental justice in the County’s highest-ranked socially vulnerable districts. This activity will enhance and update Chemung County’s FEMA-approved Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan and help prepare the County and City of Elmira for future actions to address the impacts of climate change.
The Elmira Urban Green Equity (EUGE) Project Coordinator for Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Chemung County will be responsible for the day-to-day management, organization, and coordination of all aspects of the Elmira Urban Green Equity Hazard Mitigation Grant. Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to: coordination and implementation of the project, assistance in the management of administrative functions, and oversight of Elmira Urban Green Equity volunteers.
Program work will include; organizing the planning effort; reviewing current community policies, tools, and resources; researching and identifying hazard mitigation strategies and benefits of greening initiatives; researching and identifying site selection and planting list options; developing best practices for plant selection care, and maintenance; research and identify future funding sources and programs; conduct community outreach and education.
The Executive Director shall serve as the project supervisor. EUGE Project Coordinator will collaborate with CCE Chemung staff, local government, environmental groups, and community volunteers. They will facilitate community stakeholder input sessions, outreach and evaluation activities, and training and serve as a subject matter expert on climate mitigation and urban forestry. This position will work in diverse communities and settings across Chemung County. The candidate must be comfortable and able to communicate successfully with diverse audiences in urban, suburban, and rural communities utilizing various delivery methods.
All External Applicants (including applicants currently employed by Cornell Cooperative Extension in Associations other than the Association advertising this career opportunity) must submit his/her application materials via the "APPLY" button located within this job posting.
All Internal Applicants (current employees working for the Association advertising this career opportunity) must apply online via his/her Workday account, which may be accessed here: http://workday.cornell.edu/.
Please contact Katie Curren, Association Operations Coordinator at 607-734-4453 with questions.
POSITION DETAILS:
This position is a full-time, hourly position, 100% FTE. The hourly rate for this position will range from $23.50 to $25.80 commensurate with experience. This position, based on eligibility, offers a comprehensive benefit package, to include: health and dental insurance, NYS retirement, vacation, sick and personal leave.
POSITION INFORMATION:
Required Qualifications:
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Katie Curren
HR/IT Coordinator
ksc89@cornell.edu
607-734-4453 ext. 205
Last updated August 15, 2023