Early Learning Coordinator (Remote) - Family Nutrition Program

Classification Title:

Education/Training Spec III

Job Description:

The UF/IFAS Extension Family Nutrition Program (FNP) is seeking a strategic, passionate and inclusive Early Learning (EL) Coordinator to lead an expansion of SNAP-Ed programming into 29 counties implementing a Train the Trainer model to strengthen early childhood teaching skill sets and classroom environments. This position implements recruitment strategies, builds, and fosters relationships at the county and state level, generates alignment and cohesion across the program, sets unit goals, and ensures that reach deliverables are met. Join us to create a healthier Florida!

What is SNAP-Ed

SNAP-Ed (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - Education) is a federally funded grant program that teaches people how to eat healthy on a budget and be more physically active to reduce the risk of obesity and chronic disease.

• The UF/IFAS Extension Family Nutrition Program (FNP), has been providing SNAP-Ed in Florida since 1996
• Funding comes from the USDA through the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF)
• The program is based on the current Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the USDA food guidance (MyPlate), as well as the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans
• We teach nutrition education classes where people normally gather, such as schools, childcare and community centers, libraries and churches
• Our dedicated regional public health and food systems staff work to impact policies, systems and environments to support healthy changes in our communities

The Opportunity

As the EL Coordinator, you will be joining a signature Extension program impacting hundreds of thousands of income-constrained youth each year. As the state’s premier land-grant university, UF offers free educational programs through Extension to provide solutions for everyday problems facing Florida’s families. As part of Extension, you will be joining a network that has served Floridians for over 100 years.

In this role, you can expect to:

• Hire, train, provide supervision and leadership to a remote team of 4 regional Early Learning (EL) Specialists and an instructional designer
• Ensure that all team members have the support, tools, resources and structure required to succeed in their role. Facilitate regular training and professional development, provide coaching and performance management, and connect team to resources or colleagues for support
• Ensure that programming reflects the priorities of the grant funders and the needs of communities being served
• Develop effective recruitment strategies to ensure we are reaching target audiences; engage with secondary and non-traditional reach partners; identify opportunities for increased reach, new and diverse partnerships; support district level and statewide partnerships.
• Establish goals and monitor progress toward contract deliverables for reach and programming
• Synthesize data, observations and feedback to provide leadership with high-level debriefs of statewide program implementation   
• Collaborate closely with leadership and program specialists in areas of Policy, Systems, and Environmental (PSE) change, program evaluation and data, curriculum and communications
• Contribute to strategic planning for short and long-term program success
• Develop a management plan and standard operating procedures to ensure fidelity and quality of implementation. Share best practices
• Support budget planning and management
• Represent FNP in regional or national workgroups
• Travel as necessary within the state of Florida

What We Are Looking For

• Ability to create a positive and productive team environment with remote staff utilizing leadership, communication, and strong interpersonal skills
• Someone who embodies and models  FNP Core Values
• Someone who demonstrates cultural competency and cultural humility
• Comfortable using technology to organize busy teams
• Ability to convey clear, consistent messages to a variety of audiences across multiple channels
• Ability to think strategically and create long-term work plans
• Proven success managing relationships with a variety of stakeholders
• Someone who can synthesize and communicate guidance and directives
• Ability to exercise initiative in completing assignments

Additional Details

This is a time-limited, grant funded position.

The FNP State Office is in Gainesville, FL. This position has the option of fully remote work within the State of Florida, and will be expected to periodically travel to Gainesville and other parts of the state.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

Expected Salary:

$57,500 salary + TEAMS benefits

The University of Florida offers outstanding benefits and retirement options, generous leave plans, a health and wellness program that reflects its commitment to quality of life and quality of work, and many more competitive perks and rewards. Highlights include:

• Coverage options for individuals, spouses / domestic partners, and children
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Flex Spending, Disability, and supplemental plans
• State of Florida Retirement (Pension or Investment)
• Paid Family Leave
• Tuition assistance (Employee Education Program)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (UF is a qualifying employer)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free LinkedIn Learning
• Discounted goods and services

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and six years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements are encouraged to apply. Preferred qualifications include:

• Background in education, knowledgeable in Early Childhood Education (ECE) frameworks and Florida Early Learning and Development Standards
• Masters degree with a focus on education or ECE
• Experience with Train the Trainer model and framework
• Four to six years of progressively responsible leadership and supervisory experience
• Experience with grant-funded programs and/or working with government agencies
• Excellent writing, organizational and communication skills
• Engaging and comfortable public speaker, presenter, trainer
• Ability to remotely coach and mentor a diverse workforce to success
• Experience managing projects and overseeing the timely completion of work plans and reports
• Extensive experience using technology in your work (MS Office, Teams, Adobe, Canvas)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please attach to application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• 3 References with contact information and relationship to applicant: preferably at least one manager, colleague, and direct report

A valid Driver's License is a requirement of the position. A Level II background check will be conducted pre-employment.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: No

 

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