Jobs and Volunteers

We currently have 2 open positions! Please see below for information and apply as per the instructions.  

Exciting Job Opportunity for Community Changemaker!

Are you interested in increasing access to local, nutritious food? Are you passionate about the physical fitness, health, and wellness of young people? Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) of Wayne County is looking for an organized, enthusiastic team player to serve as a full-time "Community Schools Food & Fitness Educator". The person in this position will play an integral role in increasing access to healthy foods and opportunities for physical activity for youths and families in Wayne County.

The ideal candidate is a dynamic, transformative professional who is passionate about justice and access, and enjoys engaging with multiple stakeholders to inspire real change.

CCE offers a robust benefits package, including:

   - Health, Dental, & Life Insurance

   - 12 Paid Holidays

   - Paid Time Off for the Week Between Christmas & New Year’s

   - 12 Sick Days/Year

   - 4 Personal Days/Year

   - 10 – 21 Paid Vacation Days (based on years of employment)

   - Flexible Schedule

   - Pay Rate of $22.45 Per Hour

   - Employee Discount

   - Professional Development Assistance

   - Retirement Plan

   - Employee Perks & Discounts

   - Satisfaction of Knowing that You're Increasing the Physical Activity, Health, & Nutrition of Wayne County Youth

Requirements:

   - Communication & Organization Skills

   - Confidence, Motivation, & Enthusiasm

   - Maturity/Professionalism

   - Reliable Transportation/Ability to Commute In & Around Wayne County, NY

   - Willing to Work with People from a Variety of Organizations & Backgrounds

   - Bachelor's Degree Plus 4 Years Experience in Food Systems, Nutrition, Education/Youth Development, Physical Health & Wellness, or a Related Field (a Master's Degree may substitute for some experience)

Interested applicants should apply using this link.

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We are also hoping to hire a part-time temporary 4-H After School Educator to help with our after-school programming. This position will be 12-15 hours per week (split between two days), and requires a BS/BA or an AS/AA plus 2 yrs of relevant experience. The position description can be found here.

If you are interested in the part-time position, please email your resume and a completed temporary application  to wayne@cornell.edu Applications will be accepted until a candidate is found.

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Additionally, we  seek people who are interested in volunteering on a regular basis. Please call the office if you are interested in this opportunity.

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"Cornell Cooperative Extension actively supports equal educational and employment opportunities. No person shall be denied admission to any educational program or activity or be denied employment on the basis of any legally prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, color, religion, political beliefs, national or ethnic origin, sex, gender/gender identity, transgender status, sexual orientation, age, marital or family status, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Cornell Cooperative Extension is committed to the maintenance of affirmative action programs that will assure the continuation of such equality of opportunity."

Last updated April 25, 2023