Program Specialist I - LEAP (Part-Time)

Iowa State University • Clinton, MS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is seeking a part-time Program Specialist I to support the Leveraging Activities and Partnerships to Address Obesity (Iowa LEAP) project in Clinton County. The position is located at the Clinton County Extension office in DeWitt, Iowa, and is a benefits-eligible, fixed-term appointment ending September 29, 2027, with the opportunity for renewal. The role is 20 hours per week and offers schedule flexibility. Local travel is involved.

The specialist will coordinate the day-to-day activities of the Iowa LEAP project in Clinton County and work with local partners and stakeholders to advance community health initiatives. Iowa LEAP works with local leaders in Iowa counties to increase access to healthy food and safe, accessible places for physical activity.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and a valid U.S. driver’s license. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Applications should include a resume or curriculum vitae and a letter of application or cover letter. The posting is open until filled; applications submitted before November 2, 2026, receive full consideration.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Public Health, Nutrition, or a related field.
• Experience working with multi-level nutrition, food, or physical activity system initiatives.
• Experience collecting and retrieving data to prepare program reports.
• Experience planning or coordinating events.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage day-to-day Iowa LEAP project activities in Clinton County.
• Lead coalition meetings and subgroup planning sessions.
• Conduct community assessments, including Walkability Audits and Food Service Guidelines assessments.
• Develop and execute local communication campaigns.
• Build and maintain relationships with local partners to support community health initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement nutrition and physical activity strategies.
• Collect and report program data for monthly and annual CDC reporting.
• Participate in statewide training, technical assistance, and Extension events.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits.
• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
• Vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans.
• Life insurance and long-term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Voluntary benefits and discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellbeing program.
• WorkFlex options for some positions, offering flexibility in when, where, and how work is done.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time