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Current Openings:

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County

https://ccesaratoga.org/

Nutrition Resource Educator – Ballston Spa, NY

CCE of Saratoga County’s nutrition & food programs help Saratoga County residents to promote health and prevent disease through workshops on healthy eating and cooking.

The Nutrition Resource Educator collaborates with multiple partner organizations, funders, and Cornell University program work teams to assess, develop, deliver, and evaluate both existing and new programs.This position solicits grants and manages funder requirements, serves on advisory boards, and works independently and with limited supervision influencing programs for the Association and its constituents.

Programs responsibilities include but are not limited to topics around community nutrition, obesity and chronic disease prevention, food and nutrition gaps and trends, food preservation, and Hudson River fish advisory outreach.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree.
• Experience relevant to the role of position.
• Ability to meet the regular travel requirements associated with this position. A valid NYS driver's license with the ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
• Ability to assess, develop, deliver, and evaluate programs.
• Ability to identify and secure funding and grants.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.
• Proficiency with or ability to learn Microsoft Office suite and program-based software.
• Work Environment – In addition to the Working Conditions; the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. This position works in a typical office environment and community-based settings. This position frequently lifts, moves, or transports program-related materials and equipment. The position regularly shops for program materials and food. This position frequently demonstrates meal preparation, recipes, and cooking skills/techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree or coursework in nutrition
• Master Food Preserver Trainer Certification
• Membership with the National Extension Association of Family & Consumer Sciences

Position Details

This is a full-time, exempt position. Compensation paid in the range of $62,000 - $65,000 annually. Excellent benefits, based on eligibility, including:

• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal leave
• Paid Holidays
• NYS Health Insurance Program (including free Dental Insurance)
• NYS Retirement (NYSERS)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Total Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tax Deferred Annuity Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Group Universal Life Insurance
• Personal Accidental Insurance
• Legal Plan Insurance
• Long Term Care Insurance
• Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• New York’s College Savings Program
• ClearPoint Credit Counseling Solutions

All applications must be received on-line by 11:59 pm on September 17, 2025.Position closing dates may change based on Association needs.

To apply and for further details: https://cornell.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CCECareerPage/job/New-York-State-Other/CCE-of-Saratoga-County-Nutrition-Resource-Educator---Ballston-Spa--NY_WDR-00054662

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate governmental agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University. Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for providing equal program and employment opportunities in accordance with applicable laws.

Last updated August 22, 2025