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Nutrition Educator 1 Paraprofessional

The LSU AgCenter, is one of eight campuses within the broader LSU enterprise (LSU System). The LSU AgCenter includes the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, which conducts agricultural-based research, and the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, which extends the knowledge derived from research to the people of the state. The AgCenter is headquartered in Baton Rouge and has 12 "on campus" academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish. For more information, visit the AgCenter's website at www.lsuagcenter.com.

No specialized training or experience required.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Nutrition Educator 1 Paraprofessional

• Pay Scale: SS406
• Position Number: R00110956
• Location: Lafayette Parish Extension Office, Lafayette, LA
• Grant funded position Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP)
• Minimum Requirements: No specialized training or experience required.
• Additional Job Information: Knowledge of the community to include living within the assigned parish (currently or previously) is required; Recruit and enroll limited resource school-aged youth and adults who meet the federal eligibility guidelines to participate in EFNEP; Will teach and lead nutrition education classes and activities in the community to target audiences; Will establish and maintain partnerships to extend EFNEP outreach with agencies and organizations that serve eligible audiences; High school diploma or equivalent is required; Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and insured automobile; Must be able to demonstrate basic computer skills and effective verbal, written, and listening skills; Must be able to transport supplies and equipment (up to 30 lbs.); Will travel daily within parish(s) assigned and occasional out of parish for professional development and training; May work flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, and/or weekends for nutrition education classes or participate in community events promoting health and nutrition.
• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the work experience section of the application. Please list all work experience. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. You must include all relevant education and experience on your official application.
• No Civil Service test score required.
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• Application Deadline: 11/19/2025 or until suitable candidate is identified.

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.