Family & Community Health Field Specialist III

South Dakota State University (SDSU) Extension Food & Families Program 
is offering an exciting career opportunity as a Field and Community Health Field Specialist III. We are looking for a creative and innovative professional to join us in providing strong regional and statewide leadership through research-based programming. This is a 12 month, full-time, benefit eligible position. This position is supervised by the Food and Families Program Director. 
 
SDSU is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to and/or coordinate course offerings that address the experiences of underrepresented minorities in organizations. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. 
 
RESPONSIBILITIES: 
This position is responsible for taking a scholarly approach in providing regional and statewide leadership in support of efforts that strengthen the health of individuals, families, schools, and communities. This position will provide direct supervision to the EFNEP and SNAP-ED programs that focus on direct education, policy, systems, and environmental changes in SD communities; initiate visionary and strategic goals for innovative programs and outreach initiatives that impact the Capstone as well as the EFNEP and SNAP-ED programs; and provide leadership in establishing collaborations, identifying and developing funding proposals to support new and/or enhanced programming within and/or across capstone areas will be expected of this position. 
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 
• Master’s Degree from an accredited university or college; academic preparation and demonstrated scholarly mastery in a discipline relevant to Family and Community Health such as Nutrition, Exercise Science, Nursing, Health Promotion, Human Services, or other closely related field to be completed by date of application; 
• At least five years of discipline related experience; 
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences; 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; 
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills; 
• Strong interpersonal skills; 
• Ability to work as a contributing team member; 
• Demonstrated use of technology in managing and/or delivering educational programs; 
• Demonstrated ability or potential to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate educational materials and direct effective programs; 
• Documented scholarly contributions in curriculum development and programmatic products; 
• Demonstrated ability with program budgets or accounting procedures; 
• Previous experience with grants or obtaining funding sources; 
• At least one year of management or supervisory experience; 
• Valid driver’s license, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire, and willingness to travel. 
 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 
• Previous experience working with Extension; 
• Demonstrated leadership in developing or leading a SNAP-ED and/or EFNEP program; 
• Demonstrated collaboration in developing funding proposals to support new and/or enhanced programming; 
• Experience working and/or managing volunteers; 
 
BENEFITS: 
South Dakota State University offers a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. 
 
APPLICATION PROCESS: 
This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process. 
 
Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. 
 
South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. 
 
It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

typical 8-5 but can work irregular work hours

UNIVERSITY AND THE BROOKINGS COMMUNITY: 
South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with more than 200 programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. 
 
SDSU offers a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access through inspired, student-centered education, creative activities and research, innovation and engagement that improve the quality of life in South Dakota, the region, the nation, and the world. Its employees embrace the university’s core values of being people-centered, expanding knowledge through creativity, embracing organizational and personal integrity, commitment to diversity, and excellence through continuous improvement. 
 
As the state’s 1862 Morrill Act land-grant institution, the work of the university is carried out on its main resident campus in Brookings, at sites in Sioux Falls, Pierre, Rapid City, and Aberdeen, and through Extension offices and Agricultural Experiment Station research sites across South Dakota. 
 
SDSU was recognized as one of 54 institutions in the United States as an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities in 2014. The university’s total research expenditures are greater than $60 million. SDSU is the state’s first High Research Activity institution as classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. 
 
Jackrabbits Athletics competes as an NCAA Division I member with membership in the Missouri Valley Football Conference, the Summit League and the Big XII for wrestling. 
 
Brookings is home to approximately 24,000 residents and is located 60 miles north of Sioux Falls and 200 miles west of Minneapolis. Livability.com rates Brookings as an ideal community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees. It considers Brookings among the safest and most vibrant cities in South Dakota. 
 
The Brookings Public School District educates approximately 3,300 K-12 students and ranks among the state’s highest academic achieving school districts. The district includes three elementary schools, an intermediate school for fourth and fifth grade, one middle school and a high school. 
 
The city also boasts an abundance of attractions and activities, including the Children’s Museum of South Dakota, Dakota Nature Park, South Dakota Art Museum, McCrory Gardens, South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, Outdoor Adventure Center, and the Brookings Summer Arts Festival.

South Dakota State University is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. SDSU prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any other protected class in the offering of all educational programs and employment opportunities. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.

We are committed to diversity of community and ideas. We believe in a supportive, diverse, collaborative, and cohesive environment with a focus on access. We actively seek collaboration with individuals with differing perspectives, backgrounds, and areas of expertise.

For questions on the position, contact Hope Kleine at 605-688-6409 or hope.kleine@sdstate.edu.