• Works effectively in a team setting in developing, conducting, and evaluating educational workshops and training sessions designed to support behavior change for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed) in Worcester and surrounding communities.• Uses knowledge and ability to implement nutrition education theories and practices to diverse audiences of youth and adults eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). • Uses interpersonal and group process skills to communicate, collaborate and network with a variety of organizations to develop programming focused on a common goal at assigned program sites. Present nutrition education programs and workshops in collaboration with community organizations. • Maintains a diverse schedule of local and regional activity. • Proficiently uses word processing, spreadsheet software, presentation preparation, data entry and report preparation as well as electronic communication. Collects data for required plans and reports.

• Develops, manages and implements the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-ED) program in the Central region of Massachusetts. • Develops and manages both the EFNEP and SNAP-ED budgets. • Develops annual SNAP-ED plan for unit and submits program reports. • Works with community agencies and collaborators in developing program objectives, designing delivery methods, choosing program materials, and implementing evaluation procedures. • Coordinates nutrition education staff, including determining need for staff, preparing job descriptions, hiring and training staff. • Supervises and evaluates clerical and nutrition education staff. Oversees teaching methods and reviews educational materials to ensure high quality programs. • Conducts regular staff meetings, in-service training, and performance appraisals with all NEP staff.• Represents UMass Extension in Central Massachusetts and at the state level in matters of Extension policy and procedure, and in areas of nutrition, health promotion, and disease prevention.