Jobs

All applications for employment with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Essex County and other county extension associations must be submitted through the Cornell University Employment system. We do post available job and internship opportunities on this page when they become available, with links to the Cornell website, for your convenience.

Current Openings

POWER OF PRODUCE (POP) CLUB EDUCATOR:

This position will serve as the educator for the Power of Produce (POP) Club farmers’ market program, working directly with over 300 kids at summer farmers’ markets in the Adirondack region. This position will implement a menu of existing POP Club and local foods curricula through activities such as one-on-one teaching, group classes, and workshops, and will cover topics including but not limited to nutrition, pollination, and composting.

All applicants must apply online to be considered for this position. All applicants must complete an online application, which includes: cover letter, resume and three (3) references. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and position will remain open until filled.

This is a temporary full-time non-exempt position - 100% FTE, 37.5 hours per week. Position duration spans 13 to 14 weeks, from late May until early September. The hourly rate is $18.35/hour. This position, based on eligibility, offers a comprehensive benefit package, including health and dental insurance and retirement.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree or Equivalent Education (GED/High School Diploma and one (1) year transferrable program/functional experience).
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to work flexible hours which will include early mornings, evenings and weekends, as dictated by farmers’ market days and hours.

For more information and to apply click here.

Public Health Fellow I (Program and Organizational Management, Nutrition and Food Security)

The Cornell Cooperative Extension EssexPublic Health Fellow will work in Program and Organizational Management, focusing on nutrition and food security. The fellow will:

• Utilize program resources and materials to develop and distribute educational materials that link public health outcomes with local, healthy food.
• Teach existing educational programs as defined.
• Work to foster acceptance of community and individual needs and consider diverse audiences.
• Under the direction and oversight of the Program Team Leaders, apply subject matter knowledge to create and deliver lesson plans. Delivery methods include, but are not limited to, one-on-one teaching, group classes, and workshops.
• Assist community members in enrolling in public programs that enable them to access and purchase local food.
• Assist in providing educational programs via mass media.
• Adapt in-person programming to virtual settings.
• Assist in enrolling eligible residents in SNAP.
• Advise food pantries who want to incorporate local food for recipients.
• Contribute to data resources about food access and local food providers (see https://ahihealth.org/healthyadk/)
• Serve as a team member and cooperate with the entire Association and Program staff to achieve Association program delivery goals.

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Deadline to apply is August 16. Maximum hiring rate is $24/hr.

LOOKING FOR MORE CORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN THIS REGION? CHECK OUT THE JOBS PAGES OF OUR COLLEAGUES IN THESE COUNTIES:

CCE Clinton County jobs
CCE Franklin County jobs
CCE Warren County jobs

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Last updated July 26, 2024