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Washington State University Statewide SNAP-Ed Program Lead in Pullman, Washington
Statewide SNAP-Ed Program Lead
Online applications must be received before 12:00am on:
March 17, 2025
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
Available Title(s):
1325-NNADMINPRO - Extension Coordinator Specialist, 1325-YNADMINPRO - Extension Coordinator Specialist
Business Title:
Statewide SNAP-Ed Program Lead
Employee Type:
Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)
Position Details:
Summary of Duties:
The Extension Coordinator Specialist is responsible for co-leading the development and implementation of the statewide Washington State University (WSU) SNAP-Ed program. This position includes organizing, implementing, coordinating and monitoring program workplans and budgets at a state level. The Extension Coordinator Specialist works closely with the SNAP-Ed Assistant Director SNAP-Ed Local Implementing Agency leads, regional and statewide community partners, SNAP-Ed participants, and funder to develop the program and ensure that activities meet the requirements of federal guidance for SNAP-Ed. This position supervises other regional and local SNAP-Ed staff positions, as appropriate.
This is a temporary position expected to end on 9/30/2025. Renewal is dependent on satisfactory performance and annual background check, the need for Extension to complete the project, and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.
Required Qualifications:
• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant extension program discipline and three (3) years of related experience in the program specialty. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. Demonstrated teaching experience and evaluating community projects and experience in preparing educational materials for low literacy and diverse populations.
• Related program experience includes public health, nutrition, education, urban or regional planning, community development.
• Ability to travel regionally, statewide, and occasionally out of state.
• Ability to work a flexible, yet structured schedule with occasional nights and weekends.
• While using a private or WSU-owned vehicle for official business, must have current automobile liability insurance (meeting requirements described inhttps://app.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=46.30.020https://app.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=46.30.020https://app.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=46.30.020 and https://app.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=46.29.090https://app.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=46.29.090).
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet requirements in accordance with https://policies.wsu.edu/prf/index/manuals/safety-policies-procedures-manual/sppm-7-10/#four_3 and departmental driving standards.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Masters Degree with three (3) years related experience.
• Experience working with diverse communities using a strengths-based approach, showing sensitivity to those who experience poverty, racism, marginalization, and trauma.
• Strong commitment to social and environmental justice and working toward improving food and social systems.
• Experience supervising staff and creating a positive and supportive work environment.
• Experience assessing community needs and evaluating community projects.
• Proficiency with computer software applications such as ema