Associate Extension Specialist in Nutrition 220059

Oklahoma State University•Stillwater, OK

About The Position

The Department of Nutritional Sciences in Oklahoma State University’s College of Education and Human Sciences invites applications for an 11-month, full-time, career-track faculty position at the rank of Associate Extension Specialist. The position focuses on community nutrition education, including the Oklahoma State University Community Nutrition Education Program (CNEP) and the USDA NIFA Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP). The anticipated start date is January 4, 2027. The specialist will lead program planning, funding proposal development, personnel management, program delivery, evaluation, and fiscal oversight. The role also involves disseminating evidence-based information, meeting reporting and compliance requirements, collaborating with university and community partners, and supporting Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Services programs and the university’s land-grant mission. Applications are submitted online at jobs.okstate.edu. Review begins December 1, 2026, and continues until the position is filled. Applicants must provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a two-page statement addressing Extension, scholarship and program leadership, and contact information for three professional references.

Requirements

Earned master’s degree in Nutritional Sciences, Dietetics, Family and Consumer Sciences, Human Sciences, Health Education, or a related field.
Experience and documented success in program planning, proposal development, personnel management, and budget management.
Administrative or project management experience with federally administered grants.
Experience leading, managing, and evaluating nutrition education programs.
Evidence of employment eligibility as required.

Nice To Haves

Registered Dietitian (Nutritionist) credential or Master of Public Health (MPH) credential.
Demonstrated commitment to professional and community service and development.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain current, comprehensive knowledge of community nutrition education programs.
Collaborate with county and district extension directors on placement, supervision, and performance appraisal of off-campus CNEP employees.
Interpret federal regulations and develop successful EFNEP funding proposals, including a plan of work, program approaches, personnel management, and budget.
Lead hiring, training, supervision, performance appraisal, and development of EFNEP personnel.
Lead program delivery and effectiveness and manage the evaluation system.
Partner with colleagues on grants and programs focused on community nutrition.
Work with Extension colleagues to support the land-grant mission and improve health and wellness knowledge for Oklahomans.
Provide fiscal management for OSU CNEP.
Prepare and submit progress reports to funding agencies and OCES administration.
Review EFNEP accomplishments and provide feedback to OCES District Directors and FCS District Program Specialists.
Disseminate evidence-based information through varied media and professional outlets.
Ensure compliance with Extension, federal, state, university, agency, partner, and department reporting requirements.
Collaborate with agencies and partners at university, state, and federal levels.
Assist with statewide functions and perform committee assignments related to Extension programs.