Extension Professional I-FCHS (Willcox, AZ)

The University of Arizona • Willcox, AZ

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About The Position

This professional Family, Consumer, and Health Sciences (FCHS) position serves as a member of the Cochise County Cooperative Extension team, developing and delivering research-based, community-focused education programs to improve the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities. The role focuses on nutrition, health, food safety, and family wellness. It assesses local needs, designs and implements educational programs, evaluates outcomes, and works with Extension faculty, community partners, and stakeholders to create measurable impacts throughout Cochise County.

The position supports established Extension curricula and program delivery, including organizing learning sessions, coordinating logistics, collecting and analyzing basic program data, and preparing reports and presentations. It also supports community outreach, Extension operations, and the recruitment and orientation of volunteers and interns. The position requires effective communication with people from varied socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, project and partnership skills, technology competency, and commitment to Cooperative Extension’s mission and values.

The position is based at the Cochise County Office in Willcox, Arizona. It is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, benefits-eligible, non-exempt position. The rate of pay is $20.33–$25.41 per hour. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through experience.
• At least 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.
• Excellent program planning, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Knowledge of FCHS programming areas, such as nutrition, health, food safety, and parenting.
• Ability to secure and manage external funding.
• Ability to build and sustain strategic partnerships and lead project teams or small groups of staff and volunteers.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple large projects, and make informed decisions within broad guidelines.
• Competence with technology and distance-learning tools.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Cooperative Extension.
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences from varied socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
• Knowledge of southern Arizona communities, culture, and public health or nutrition issues.
• Familiarity with data-driven decision-making and program evaluation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience designing, implementing, and evaluating community-based educational programs.
• Experience with fiscal management and reporting.
• Experience working with Cooperative Extension, land-grant universities, or other community outreach organizations.
• Experience conducting or supporting applied research and program evaluation in community settings.
• Experience with youth and adult education, including curriculum design and informal learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in adapting and implementing established Extension educational programs and curricula in assigned focus areas.
• Help organize topics, activities, and schedules for workshops and learning sessions based on existing research-based programs.
• Coordinate program logistics, including rooms, materials, and equipment.
• Collect routine program data, including surveys, attendance, and basic participant outcome information.
• Enter and clean data in spreadsheets or databases and conduct basic analysis, such as summarizing counts, percentages, and trends.
• Compile findings into standard tables or charts to support program evaluation.
• Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and summaries of program activities, participation, and results.
• Create simple slides, handouts, and visual aids for meetings with community partners and advisory groups.
• Maintain organized documentation of program history and results.
• Share information about Extension programs with community members, schools, and local organizations.
• Attend community events and meetings, help staff tables, answer straightforward questions, and refer complex inquiries to senior staff.
• Help identify community resources, venues, and potential partners that can enhance program delivery.
• Support day-to-day operations for Extension facilities, events, or markets, including scheduling space, monitoring supplies, and tracking resource use.
• Assist with recruiting, orienting, and providing basic instructions to volunteers and interns.
• Help with simple marketing and promotion tasks, such as drafting announcements and social media posts under supervision.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability programs
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Northern Arizona University tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members
• Retirement plans
• Access to University of Arizona recreation and cultural activities
• Work-life programs

What This Job Offers

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