Nutrition Educator 1

Paraprofessional

• Pay Scale: SS406
• Position Number: R001120031
• 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.
• Wage Scale: Minimum - $12.49/hour; 1st Quartile - $15.00/hour; Midpoint - $17.50/hour; 3rd Quartile - $20.00/hour; Maximum - $22.50/hour. Hourly rate may be commensurate with candidate experience in alignment with Chapter 6 rules.
• 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.
• Apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU
• Application Deadline: 10/27/2026 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.