Position Details
Position Information
| Internal Posting? | |
|---|---|
| Posting Number | SP005473P |
| Position Title | Program Specialist |
| Division/College | College of Agricultural & Life Sciences |
| Department | Central District |
| Location | Twin Falls |
| Posting Context Statement | Eat Smart Idaho works alongside communities to promote healthy living through education, resources and support that help individuals and families eat well, move more and thrive. This position supports the delivery and evaluation of Eat Smart Idaho programming by coordinating staff training and supervision, supporting program data collection and reporting and developing partnerships with community organizations and stakeholders. The position works collaboratively with program administrators and staff to ensure high-quality, consistent program delivery and to implement approaches that are responsive to the needs of the Idaho communities served. |
| Position Overview | This position performs a complex mix of duties in support of project or program development and delivery.Duties may include:Coordinate office operationsDocument and tracking program schedules and business cyclesPlan and coordinate program meetings and eventsSupport program planning and may assist with the development of operating budgets and/or funding proposalsResearch and compile information for communications such as talking points, speech scripts and responses to correspondence and presentationsCoordinate collection of data and materials for reports and other administrative documentsDevelop and maintain positive liaison relationships with various offices, customers and stakeholders including internal and advisory boardsMay assist with budget management and provide support for financial and/or personnel processesOther duties as assigned |
| Unit URL | https://www.uidaho.edu/extension/health/eat-smart |
Position Qualifications
| Required Experience | Three years providing administrative, business operations and/or program supportComposing, proofing and editing a variety of documents, using proper grammar and punctuation as demonstrated in application materialsUsing computer software and applications for word processing, developing spreadsheets, email and internet research |
|---|---|
| Required Education | High School Diploma or equivalent |
| Required Other | Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehiclesAbility to travelAbility to occasional work non-standard business hours |
| Additional Preferred | Bachelor’s degree in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health, Education or related fieldExperience gathering and compiling data for reportsExperience teaching youth and adult audiencesExperience engaging and working collaboratively with individuals, families and communities |
| Physical Requirements & Working Conditions | Must be able to teach or otherwise provide instruction involving physical activitiesMust be able to lift, carry or otherwise move instructional materials weighing up to 40 lbs |
| Degree Requirement | N/A: No degree requirement |
Posting Information
| FLSA Status | Non-Exempt |
|---|---|
| Employee Category | Classified |
| Pay Range | $25.00 per hour or higher depending on experience |
| Type of Appointment | Fiscal Year |
| FTE | 0.875 |
| Full Time/Part Time | Full Time |
| Funding | This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding. |
| A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. | No |
| Posting Date | 10/07/2026 |
| Closing Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Applications received by October 21, 2026, will receive first consideration.IMPORTANT: To be considered, your “Letter of Qualification” must address EACH of the minimum qualifications, including pertinent education and/or experience. In addition, to improve your ranking during the evaluation process, address as many of the Preferred Qualifications as possible. Information on a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for submitting a Letter of Qualification.If you would like to receive a full position description, please email Christina at Christinaa@uidaho.edu and request that one be sent to you. |
| Applicant Resources | https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources |
| Background Check Statement | Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. |
| EEO Statement | The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. |
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Letter of Qualification
Optional Documents
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department.(Open Ended Question)
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Academic Careers
- Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU)
- Chronicle
- HigherEd/Academic Impressions
- Higher Ed Jobs
- Idaho Department of Labor/Job Service including Job Central or Idaho Works (Idahoworks.gov)
- Indeed.com
- Inside Higher Ed
- Newspaper
- Other Venue
- Professional Listservs (Ex: NACUBO, AAAE, ISMC, etc.)
- University of Idaho Website
- University of Idaho Daily Register
- University of Idaho Employee
- Word of Mouth
- Militaryjob.com
- DSPSjobs.com
- Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
- * Are you currently authorized to work in the United States of America?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you now, or in the future require sponsorship through the University of Idaho to continue working in the United States?
- Yes
- No
University of Idaho Human Resources