The SNAP-Ed Program Manager works closely with the SNAP-Ed state staff, other WSU Extension staff and faculty, the SNAP-Ed Implementing Agency, and community partners to ensure activities meet the requirements of the Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) Guidance for SNAP-Ed.

This position is part of WSU’s annual contract for SNAP-Ed, funded by the USDA FNS SNAP-Ed Program. This is a temporary position expected to end on 9/30/2023. Renewal is dependent on satisfactory performance and annual background check, the need for Extension to complete the project and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.

Required Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant extension program discipline and three (3) years of related program experience. A Masters degree in a related field may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

• Related program experience could include public health, nutrition, education, family and consumer sciences, community development.

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively using oral, written, and listening skills.

• Experience supervising staff and creating a positive and supportive work environment.

• Demonstrated knowledge of MS Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word) Adobe Acrobat and the ability to adapt to new technologies and techniques. 

• Ability to travel regionally and occasionally statewide.

• Ability to work a flexible, yet structured schedule with occasional nights and weekends.

• While using a private or WSU-owned vehicle for official business, must have current automobile liability insurance (meeting requirements described in RCW 46.30.020 and RCW 46.29.090) and possess a valid driver’s license.

• Employment is contingent upon passing a WSU background screening.

• Must be able to obtain within 14 days of hire a valid Washington State Food Hander’s Permit.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Lived experience, or experience working with diverse communities using a strengths-based approach, showing sensitivity to those who experience poverty, racism, marginalization, and trauma.

• Strong commitment to improving food access and opportunities for physical activity.

• Experience assessing community needs and evaluating community projects.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, especially in the development of innovative projects.

• Demonstrated experience working successfully as a team member.

• Experience working with tribal and/or Latino communities. 

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need.  A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Application Instructions

• Applicants must upload the following documents to their online application. External candidates, please upload all documents in the “Resume/CV” section of your application.  Internal candidates, please upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.

  • Resume

  • DOC 2

  • DOC 3

• Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible.

• Applicants will be requested to provide contact information for professional references within the online application.

• Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

For more information and to apply: https://wsu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WSU_Jobs/job/SNAP-Ed-Grays-Harbor-Mason-Program-Manager_R-8804