Extension Associate
(Louisiana Body Walk Driver/Manager)
(Re-advertisement)
(This is a grant-funded, non-tenure track position through 12/31/2009. Continuation will be dependent on funding, job performance, and continued need for the appointment)
WORK LOCATION: School of Human Ecology, Louisiana State University Agricultural Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
JOB DESCRIPTION: This position will be responsible for the transportation, set-up and implementation of the Louisiana Body Walk exhibit, an interactive educational exhibit for youth, grades K-5, that teaches the importance of healthy lifestyles including nutrition education and physical activity. The Louisiana Body Walk is one component of a three-part comprehensive nutrition education and physical activity program for elementary school children called Smart Bodies. Implementation of the Louisiana Body Walk includes setting up and taking-down the exhibit, working closely with local extension and school personnel, coordinating and training volunteers, assisting with collecting, analyzing data for evaluation and trouble shooting, and any other duties as assigned by principal investigator. Employee will drive a 1.5 ton truck taking the exhibit to schools and community events throughout the state 4-5 days out of the week.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree required; experience in nutrition and health preferred and teaching experience desirable. Position requires high energy, dependable person with strong communication and organizational skills willing to be on the road 4-5 days a week traveling the state.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Current benefits offered included retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year, typical includes a week off at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: A personal automobile and appropriate insurance coverage is required (travel allowance provided).
DATE AVAILABLE: Upon completion of interview process.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 22, 2008 or until a suitable candidate is selected.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application stating professional goals and interests, resume, official university transcripts, and have three letters of recommendation forwarded to:
Lori Dowden
School of Human Ecology
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, La 70803
Phone: 225-578-2409; Fax: 225-578-2697 (fax)
Email: ldowden@agctr.lsu.edu
Web site: www.lsuagcenter.com
It is the policy of the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service to employ only United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. The Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and applications will be accepted without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age or disability. Information on Equal Employment can be obtained from the office of the Coordinator of EEO and Civil Rights, P. O. Box 25100, Baton Rouge, LA 70894-5100. Phone 225/578-2229.
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer