Nutritional Education Specialist

Brazos Valley Food Bank, Inc.•Bryan, TX

14d•$36,750 - $42,000

About The Position

The Nutrition Education Specialist provides evidence-based nutrition education focused on obesity prevention, disease prevention, and disease management across the Brazos Valley Food Bank’s six-county service area: Brazos, Burleson, Grimes, Madison, Robertson, and Washington Counties. The specialist fosters partnerships with BVFB partner agencies, programs, and community organizations to provide nutrition services to staff, volunteers, and clients. Under the supervision of the Nutrition Education Coordinator, the specialist develops relevant nutrition resources and strategies for partner agencies and the populations served by BVFB. This is a full-time position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a CHEA-recognized accredited college or university; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to understand and organize detailed information and communicate about it clearly.
Knowledge of nutrition, food, and food safety.
Ability to work cooperatively under pressure with diverse people and communicate tactfully with all members of the community.
Ability to manage multiple projects accurately and attentively while meeting deadlines in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.
Good judgment, discretion, strong ethical character, and ability to handle confidential information.
Proficiency in Canva, Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively with other Food Bank staff and volunteers.
Flexibility to work hours that meet client and class schedules, including evenings and weekends.
Ability to obtain Food Handling certification.
Ability to pass a criminal background check.
Current driver’s license and ability to use a personal vehicle for BVFB business; work-travel mileage is reimbursed.
Ability to perform the stated physical activities, including lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, and operate a motor vehicle and motor equipment.
Ability to work inside or outside, alone, irregular or extended hours, and travel by car, van, bus, and airplane.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Nutrition, Health Education, Public Health, Education, Communication, or a related field.
At least one year of experience in community nutrition, nutrition education, or classroom instruction.
Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Prepare for classes by shopping for groceries, assembling class materials, and transporting groceries and equipment.
Complete post-class cleanup, return equipment, wash dishes, organize materials, and file supplemental materials.
Maintain program storage areas and monitor nutrition education supply inventory.
Assist the Nutrition Education Coordinator with revising curricula, evaluations, pre- and post-tests, and class materials to meet client needs and program requirements.
Develop nutrition education resources, including cooking demonstration templates, recipes, tip sheets, social media posts, and video content.
Deliver nutrition education classes, strategies, and materials at sites serving SNAP-eligible and low-income participants.
Foster an inclusive, safe, and engaging learning environment for volunteers and class participants.
Wash and sanitize dishes and cooking equipment using the three-compartment sink method.
Submit accurate class data and evaluation results to the Nutrition Education Coordinator by assigned deadlines; enter required data in BVFB-designated software and submit class and program reports.
Stay on task and fulfill Nutrition Education Program requirements.
Promote BVFB’s Nutrition Education Program to partner agencies, programs, and community organizations through calls, email, handouts, scheduled visits, and other communication channels.
Assist the Nutrition Education Coordinator in identifying potential SNAP-eligible and low-income sites.
Build relationships with eligible sites, such as schools and senior feeding sites, to expand services promoting healthy eating and physical activity.
Assist the Nutrition Education Coordinator in mentoring and supporting nutrition education volunteers, mentees, and dietetic interns, and ensure effective engagement, training, and compliance with program standards.
Perform additional duties assigned by the supervisor in support of BVFB goals.