Safe Plates Extension Associate

North Carolina State University

Commensurate with Experience ($62,000 - $65,000)

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Jan 24, 2025

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG193925EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Safe Plates Extension Associate
Anticipated Hiring Range	Commensurate with Experience ($62,000 - $65,000)
Work Schedule	Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	Agricultural and Human Sciences Leadership Program
About the Department	The Department of Agricultural and Human Sciences educates students in agriculture and youth, family, and community sciences, finds solutions to problems, and extends knowledge to create healthy communities for youth and families. We do this through academic programs in agricultural and extension education and youth, family, and community sciences that are offered at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Essential Job Duties	The Department of Agricultural and Human Sciences seeks an Extension Associate to provide leadership in the area of State Plates Program. As the Safe Plates Extension Associate, primary responsibilities include: Lead the development, branding, maintenance, and instructor support for programming throughout the state, coordinating and leading in-person and online retail food safety training. Develop resources to supplement training programs and for Safe Plates' social media content. Conduct evaluations of Safe Plates and Steps to Health programs; developing, executing, and reporting on short-term contract retail food safety research projects such as observational studies and assessments; administration and invoicing for classes. Design, update, and create retail food safety curricula. Create food safety content and providing food safety support to Steps to Health programs. Provide technical expertise and training to NC Cooperative Extension Agents and other partners for all retail food safety programs (including Safe Plates for Food Managers, Safe Plates for Food Handlers, and Safe Plates for School Nutrition Staff). Contribute to proposal writing. You Belong Here! At NC State, our goal is for all employees to reach their fullest potential at work. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition (https://news.hr.ncsu.edu/you-belong-here/) and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
Other Responsibilities	Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	MS in Food Science, Public Health, or other closely related field;
Other Required Qualifications	Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong knowledge of consumer and retail food safety. Experience in using Online learning management systems, as well as experience with developing learning content, delivering training, conducting evaluations, and writing reports.
Preferred Qualifications	PhD in Food Science, Public Health, or other closely related field preferred 5 years of experience is preferred.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required	No
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	01/23/2025
Anticipated Close Date	Open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please attach a Cover Letter, resume/CV, and contact information for at least three (3) professional references.

Position Details

Position Number	00111286
Position Type	EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.00
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID	111401 - Agricultural and Human Sciences Leadership Program
AA/EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.