Description

SUMMARY

Join the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension as an Extension Program Manager with the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP), a USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA NIFA) funded program dedicated to improving nutrition security for individuals and families with limited resources.

In this role, you will lead UF/IFAS Extension EFNEP in Orange County, supervising, training, and supporting a team of paraprofessional Nutrition Educators who deliver research-based nutrition education in community settings. You will build relationships with community partners, recruit program sites, and promote EFNEP throughout the county.

You will oversee the county’s annual program plan and program operations, monitor progress toward program goals, maintain accurate records, and complete required reports. You will work closely with the County Extension Director and statewide EFNEP team to ensure program quality and compliance with UF and grant requirements. You will also participate in Extension meetings, advisory and community activities, EFNEP trainings, and ongoing professional development. Travel throughout the county and occasional overnight travel are required. 

What is EFNEP  

EFNEP is a nutrition education program for families with limited resources. EFNEP collaborates with community partners across Florida to influence food and physical activity behaviors. Paraprofessional nutrition educators teach adult and youth participants how to stretch food dollars, prepare nutritious meals, and improve overall health and well-being following research-tested curricula.

The Opportunity

 As the EFNEP Extension Program Manager (EPM) you will be joining a signature Extension program impacting thousands of Floridians each year. As the state’s premier land-grant university, UF offers free educational programs through Extension to provide solutions for everyday problems facing Florida’s families. As part of Extension, you will be joining a network that has served Floridians for over 100 years. You will lead a passionate team and be an ambassador for University of Florida, IFAS Extension, and EFNEP to local stakeholders.

 In this role, you can expect to:

• Provide supervision and leadership for the EFNEP team in Orange County.
  
• Promote the program locally and recruit teaching sites
  
• Provide regular training and coaching to staff
  
• Complete county plan(s) and monitor budgets(s)
  
• Submit monthly reports to capture programming data and successes
  
• Travel as necessary within the county and occasionally within the state of Florida for training 

What We Are Looking For

• Ability to create a positive and productive team environment using leadership, communication, and strong interpersonal skills 
  
• Ability to engage with EFNEP program participants and community partners
  
• Ability to synthesize and communicate guidance and directives
  
• Ability to exercise independence and initiative in completing assignments under remote supervision
  
• Comfortable with new and emerging technologies to keep a busy team productive, organized and connected
  
• Ability to provide ongoing coaching and supervision with the staff. 

Additional Details

This is a time-limited, grant funded position in Orange County, Florida

Salary

$61,000 annually

The University of Florida offers highly competitive benefits and retirement options, generous leave plans, a health and wellness program that reflects its commitment to quality of life and quality of work, and many more competitive perks and rewards. 

Normal Work Schedule

The standard work schedule is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some flexibility in work hours may be required to meet program needs, including occasional early morning, evening, or weekend activities. Travel within and outside the assigned county or geographic area is required, including occasional overnight travel. All work schedules, travel, and activities must be consistent with UF/IFAS Extension EFNEP program and grant requirements.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment and initiative, manage competing priorities, solve problems effectively, and complete responsibilities with minimal day-to-day supervision.
  
• Strong leadership and supervisory experience, including setting expectations, managing employee performance, coaching and developing staff, fostering accountability, and creating a positive and productive team environment.
  
• Strong background in nutrition, community nutrition, public health nutrition, or a closely related field. Registered Dietitian
• Nutritionist (RDN) and/or Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LD/N) credential strongly preferred.
  
• Excellent organizational, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to coordinate multiple activities, communicate effectively with diverse audiences, and develop and deliver engaging presentations and trainings.
  
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative, productive working relationships with staff, Extension colleagues, community partners, and other stakeholders.

Special Requirements:

Pre-employment screening including background check, reference checks, and verification of education are required after a contingent job offer is made.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• For consideration, please attach to the application.
  
• Resume
  
• Cover letter articulating why you are a good fit for this position.
  
• 3 references with contact information and relationship to applicant

This is a time-limited position.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Job Location 

UF/IFAS Extension Orange County

6021 S. Conway Rd.

Orlando, FL 32812

How to Apply:

Visit: https://jobs.ufl.edu
https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/541631/extension-program-manager-efnep-orange-county
Job Number: 54163
Deadline to apply: October 28, 2026

Contact:
Genena Blanchette
Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP)
University of Florida
genena@ufl.edu