Education Program Specialist

Penn State University • University Park, IL

5d • $51,000 - $74,000

About The Position

The SNAP-Ed Healthy Bodies Project is seeking a qualified Education Program Specialist candidate to support the implementation and evaluation of nutrition education and community outreach programming. This position focuses on promoting healthy eating and physical activity among young children and their families through evidence-based nutrition education initiatives. This role identifies, develops, delivers, manages, and evaluates a portfolio of non-credit nutrition education and professional development programs. The role includes providing leadership, consultation, program coordination, technical assistance, and related services in the field of nutrition education and training. The position is highly focused on community engagement and outreach to external audiences and community partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• Required Certifications: None
• This is a limited-term appointment which ends on September 30, 2026.
• PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
• This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, manage, deliver, and evaluate nutrition education programs and related materials; consult and assess partner needs
• Determine curriculum objectives, goals, and evaluation tools; analyze and assess program outcomes
• Develop course materials including publications, web content, and presentations
• Maintain compliance with institutional, state, and accreditation requirements
• Develop and implement marketing plans for nutrition education programs and services
• Plan and manage budgets for programs and services to meet assigned income and program targets
• Generate and prepare reports; gather and analyze data, and make data-informed recommendations
• Track enrollment, completion, and satisfaction metrics to evaluate program effectiveness
• Conduct needs assessments and market research to identify new program opportunities
• Cultivate, develop, and maintain relationships with community organizations, government agencies, industry leaders, and businesses on the local and national level

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level