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Job Title Program Coordinator II Requisition Number RE49162 Working Title Department Name 81500:Dietetics and Human Nutrition Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 44 Salary Range $43,805-70,075/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education

MA

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification None. Physical Requirements Lifting, pushing, pulling of objects up to 50lbs., sitting for long periods of time. Participate in, host, assist and/or lead sustainable fruit and vegetable gardening classes and demonstrations. Driving to various locations throughout KY. Shift Primarily days Monday – Friday Between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Additional hours as needed. Job Summary The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment: Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition is currently seeking a Program Coordinator II to coordinate, develop, and implement educational programming for designated projects. This position will oversee and implement the USDA-funded study to support building vibrant food environments, healthy eating, and food security in Laurel County, KY as well as have the opportunity to assist with other similar initiatives within the unit.

NOTE: This position may be based in the Laurel County, KY or on the University of Kentucky Campus in Lexington, KY.

Working under the supervision of the principal investigator, the Program Coordinator will oversee all aspects of assigned projects and Extension programming focused on improving the quality of individual, family and community life through education, research, and outreach.

Successful candidates will be detail-oriented; exhibiting maturity and good judgment; have experience working with community partners and stakeholders; demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks; and will have a work history demonstrating the ability to work independently. Candidates with content knowledge of connecting nutrition, agriculture, and health are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is an inclusive and welcoming workplace that offers a variety of employee enhancement initiatives, such as a formal mentoring program and a staff professional development fund. To find out more about MG-CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky click https://www.ca.uky.edu/.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Knowledge of and experience with data collection and management as well as process of developing health related or extension related programming. Strong interpersonal, organizational, time management, and writing skills.
Proficiency MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Masters degree and at least 3 years of research experience. Deadline to Apply 02/24/2025 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.


As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.


Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.