Educator-Family & Consumer Sci

University of Maryland Extension Frederick County is accepting applications for a Educator - Family & Consumer Sciences. This position provides the Family and Consumer Sciences ( FCS ) programming in Frederick County. The FCS promotes health and well-being of all Maryland residents at every stage of life through education, research, and outreach. The primary purpose of this position is to plan, implement, and evaluate research-based education programs and outreach to improve the health and well-being of youth, individuals, families, and communities in Frederick County. Nutrition education and chronic disease prevention and management are a priority focus for this position. Healthy food preparation, consumer food safety and preservation, health behaviors, health literacy, mental health, and other relevant health topics are vital components of a comprehensive health and well-being program. This position will also create and support community partnerships (e.g., Health Department, public schools, libraries, senior centers, community organizations) that support extension programs and policy, systems, and environmental approaches. In carrying out these duties, the educator is responsible to the FCS Program Leader for programmatic leadership. For administrative matters, the individual is responsible to the Area Extension Director. AGNR - UME is committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities Salary & Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience, Bachelor's base: $40,228; Master's base: $42,058. The University of Maryland offers an extensive benefits package. Minimum Qualification: BS Degree in nutrition, public health, Family & Consumer Sciences or a closely related field. 3 years' experience in a related field. General understanding of community-based educational program development process. Evidence of ability and commitment to engage diverse clientele. Evidence of capacity to build UME Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Respect capacity through Extension program model. Demonstrated evidence of excellent teaching and communication skills. Ability to think independently yet work succes