Family & Community Health Educator

Posting Details

Posting Details

Logo Institution South Dakota State University Working Title Family & Community Health Educator Posting Number CSA02810P Department SDSU-Food & Families Programs-Ext Physical Location of Position (City) Unspecified Posting Text

South Dakota State University (SDState) is seeking multiple Family & Community Health Educators. These positions improve the health and well-being of South Dakotans by delivering evidence-based health education programs, supporting behavior change, and connecting individuals with resources that promote healthy lifestyles and chronic disease self-management. This position is grant funded, continuation is dependent on performance and funding availability.

As the outreach arm of our state's land grant, South Dakota State University, SDSU Extension is able to provide farmers, ranchers, agri-business people, communities, families and youth with the research-based information they need to succeed. SDSU Extension meets the changing needs of South Dakotans with progressive outreach services, ranging from one-on-one interaction and forums to 24/7 online access through our website (formerly iGrow.org).

These positions are located at one of the Extension Regional Centers in Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Aberdeen, Pierre, and Wager.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Responsibilities:

Provides program delivery which includes delivering comprehensive, evidence-based public health and nutrition education to youth and adults through group instruction. Leads networking and partnership development efforts by establishing, maintaining, and strengthening relationships with community organizations, agencies, and stakeholders that support varied and limited-resource populations to enhance collaboration and community impact. Manages reporting and data tracking processes, ensuring accurate documentation, timely completion of reports, and adherence to established deadlines. Monitors and tracks participant progress and outcomes while demonstrating strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.

Benefits:

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university's guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Chronic disease prevention, health promotion, physical activity, and nutrition education
• Food safety, preparation, household budgeting, and smart shopping techniques
• Basic teaching methodologies for youth and adults
• Basic statistical and arithmetic concepts, including calculating percentages
• Assigned service area (community) and existing community services and resources
• Basic computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft applications and technology, including data entry and record maintenance

Skill & Ability to:

Skills:

• Managing inventories and budgets
• Working or volunteering with limited-resource families and varied populations
• Managing volunteers, adults, or students in classroom or educational settings, including teaching adults in group settings
• Organizing work, managing time, and working independently
• Maintaining accurate, complete, and compliant records

Ability to:

• Conduct participant interviews, collect feedback, and organize data
• Gather, interpret, and report basic health and nutrition findings
• Interpret and apply program guidelines, procedures, and curricula
• Oral, written, and listening communication skills with varied audiences
• Work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team
• Network and build relationships with partners, agencies, and participants
• Promote and market programming to rural and limited-resource audiences and organizations serving those populations
• Lift up to 40 pounds and bend or stand for extended periods

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications:

• College coursework, associate's degree, or bachelor's degree preferred

Required License:

• Valid Drivers License

Application Procedures:

SDState accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on "apply for this job." This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university's verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

[EE9510, SE8573, EE9222, EE8819, EE9255; 11041]

Posting Date 08/31/2026 Closing Date 09/21/2026 Open Until Filled No First Consideration Date Advertised Salary Salary Range CG GH: Starting at $21.41/hr, depending upon qualifications, plus benefits Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours

40

Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires Travel, Overnight stays, Valid Drivers License If other, please indicate These positions are located at one of the Extension Regional Centers in Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Aberdeen, Pierre, and Wager. Department Description and Cultural Expectations

SDState is the state's largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.

Contact Information

For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 605-688-4128.

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Comprehend, Frequent Change, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Pace-fast, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Analyzing, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Multiple Stimuli, Perform calculations

Protective Clothing/Equipment

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Physical Requirements

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Sensory Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Hearing, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Changes of Temperature, Walking/Standing on rough or uneven surfaces (gravel, rocks, etc), Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

Working Environment

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Classroom Environment, Office Environment, Outdoors Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

Supplemental Questions

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• • Where did you hear about this position?
• LinkedIn
• SDBOR Employment Site
• South Dakota Department of Labor
• Employee Referral
• Department Announcement / Inside State
• Handshake
• Job Board (Indeed, Monster, ZipRecruiter) - Please specify
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• Alumni
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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Reference List