Community Outreach Professional IV (Casa Grande)

Program Leadership and Educational Delivery: Provide strategic leadership for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of EFNEP nutrition education programming in Pinal, Graham, and Cochise Counties. Establish program delivery standards, select and adapt evidence-based curricula to meet program objectives, and ensure alignment with federal and university guidelines. Oversee staff training and instructional quality through observation, feedback, and coaching to support continuous improvement and achievement of program outcomes. Partnerships and Community Engagement: Serve as the principal liaison for EFNEP with community partners, University stakeholders, and collaborating organizations. Identify, develop, and sustain strategic partnerships that expand program reach and support long-term educational delivery. Lead coordination efforts, facilitate communication across partners, and establish Memoranda of Understanding as appropriate to formalize collaborations and ensure shared program goals. Program Analysis, Stewardship, and Compliance Leadership: Provide subject-matter leadership for EFNEP program reporting, data stewardship, evaluation interpretation, and fiscal monitoring to support evidence-based decision-making and regulatory compliance. Analyze program performance data and evaluation findings to inform program design, delivery priorities, and continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with Principal Investigators and the Director. Exercise independent professional judgment to monitor budget activity, identify variances or risks, and recommend corrective actions consistent with funding and University requirements. Serve as a technical and functional resource to staff regarding data quality, reporting standards, and compliance expectations. Represent the program through leading and participating in statewide planning, coordination, and advisory forums. Personnel Supervision and Workforce Development: Supervise and support EFNEP staff through recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, performance management, and professional development. Establish expectations, assess performance, and provide guidance to ensure effective program delivery while fostering staff growth and accountability. Promote a collaborative and inclusive work environment aligned with Cooperative Extension and University standards. Outreach Strategy and Information Dissemination: Direct the development and coordination of nutrition and physical activity outreach and communication strategies across multiple platforms, including in-person programming, digital media, collaborative meetings, and web-based resources. Guide content priorities and messaging to support program objectives, increase community awareness, and enhance stakeholder engagement. Knowledge, Skills Abilities: Knowledge of research-based nutrition information. Ability to manage program budget and follow U of A spending policies. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups. Skilled in conducting outreach events, and with recruiting program participants. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Excellent verbal and written communication skills.