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Job Location drjobs

Little Rock, AR - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

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Type of Position:

Faculty NonTenure


Workstudy Position:

No


Job Type:

Regular


Work Shift:


Sponsorship Available:

No


Institution Name:

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus with faculty based on University campuses at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES) and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the VicePresident for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy worklife balance.

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Department:

FCS


Departments Website:

of Job Duties:The Extension Immunization Educator will lead efforts to enhance vaccine confidence and immunization education in rural and medically underserved communities across Arkansas and the Eastern region of Oklahoma. This position will collaborate with local partners provide direct education train Extension professionals and build sustainable community partnerships to address vaccine hesitancy.

This position is initially funded through the EXCITE Regional Immunization Education Staffing Model with the potential for expansion through additional grants and funding sources. Future programmatic responsibilities may evolve based on funding availability and organizational priorities ensuring alignment with public health outreach and Cooperative Extension objectives.


Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

  • Masters degree in public health health education or a related field.
  • Must be able to drive a motor vehicle. The flexibility to travel throughout the region as required.
  • Proficiency in using technology for educational outreach and program reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in community outreach adult education or public health programming.
  • Certification as a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) or Certified in Public Health (CPH).
  • Certified Health Literacy Specialist or similar certification.
  • Experience working with Cooperative Extension programs or rural health initiatives.
  • Experience managing or securing grant funding for public health initiatives.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities:

  • Ability to travel throughout Arkansas and Oklahoma as needed.
  • Knowledge of the principles & techniques of adult education.
  • Knowledge of the program planning implementation and evaluation process.
  • Knowledge of social determinants of health.
  • Skilled in verbal communication and presentation.
  • Ability to obtain & interpret research information.
  • Ability to work effectively with a variety of professional & lay audiences.
  • Ability to communicate and convey ideas effectively to faculty stakeholder groups and clientele.
  • Ability to travel frequently instate & outofstate.
  • Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.
  • Must be able to lift educational materials and equipment as needed.

Questions regarding the position can be directed to Dr. Nina Roofe at .


Additional Information:

For technical assistance with the application email

Commensurate with education and experience


Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application Curriculum Vitae List of three Professional References (name email business title) Resume Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)


Optional Documents:


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Dr. Nina Roofe Assistant Vice President FCS


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Preemployment Screening Requirements:

Motor Vehicle Reports Check

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct preemployment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent nondiscriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual preference or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.


Constant Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding


Frequent Physical Activity:

Sitting Standing


Occasional Physical Activity:

Kneeling Lifting Pulling Pushing


Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Employment Type

Full-Time

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