Program Specialist I, LEAP (Part-Time)
Iowa State University
About the Role
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is seeking a Program Specialist I for the Leveraging Activities and Partnerships to Address Obesity (Iowa LEAP) project. This part-time (20 hours/week) role is based at the Clinton County Extension office in DeWitt, Iowa, and supports Clinton County. The position is a fixed-term appointment with an end date of 9/29/2027, with the possibility of renewal.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage day-to-day activities of the Iowa LEAP project in Clinton County.
- Lead coalition meetings and subgroup planning sessions.
- Conduct community assessments (e.g., Walkability Audits, Food Service Guidelines).
- Develop and execute local communication campaigns.
- Build and maintain relationships with local partners to support community health initiatives.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to implement nutrition and physical activity strategies.
- Collect and report program data for monthly and annual CDC reporting.
- Participate in statewide training, technical assistance, and Extension events.
- Local travel will be involved.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Bachelor’s degree
- Valid U.S. Driver's License
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or above in Public Health, Nutrition, or related field.
- Experience working with multi-level nutrition, food, or physical activity system initiatives.
- Experience collecting and retrieving data to prepare program reports.
- Experience planning/coordinating events.