Program Associate - Health

Division of Agriculture of the University of ArkansasLittle Rock, Arkansas, USA

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Workstudy Position : Job Type :

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Institution Name :

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus with faculty based on University campuses at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES) and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

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Department :

Family & Consumer Science

Assistant Vice President

Departments Website :

Summary of Job Duties :

The Program Associate Exercise and Wellness supports technical and programmatic activities under the guidance of the Health Specialist. Responsibilities include program coordination data management communications and support for educational and research efforts related to health and wellness initiatives.

Key Job Duties :

Program Coordination & Evaluation :

1. Organize registration and logistics.

2. Maintain participant databases and track engagement.

3. Assist with data entry evaluation summaries and reporting for local and state use.

4. Manage web-based evaluation systems and program materials inventory.

Technology & Communication :

1. Update website content and manage social media for youth and adult health programs.

2. Develop and distribute promotional materials and e-newsletters.

3. Coordinate outreach aligned with web content and local events.

Program Development & Support :

1. Create and edit educational materials (e.g. handouts presentations news articles).

2. Assist in developing web-based training and grant proposals.

3. Conduct literature reviews contribute to manuscripts and help deliver educational sessions or trainings.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelors degree in Exercise Science Health Promotion Public Health Nutrition or a related field required plus three (3) years of relevant work experience OR a related Masters degree is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in program coordination health education or wellness promotion

Familiarity with Extension community outreach or evidence-based health programming is an asset

Certified or credentialed in personal training strength and conditioning dietetics yoga or related certifications preferred

Professional experience in providing educational exercise demonstrations

Professional hands-on exercise experience with diverse audiences

Role model being physically active

Positive and professional personality

Technical Skills :

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint) and basic data management.

Experience with web-based survey / evaluation tools (e.g. Qualtrics Google Forms).

Ability to update web content and manage social media platforms for program promotion.

Skilled in developing and maintaining evidence-based educational materials and presentations.

Communication Skills :

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to create ADA-accessible newsletters social media content and outreach materials for diverse audiences.

Organizational Skills :

Excellent time management attention to detail and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Strong ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Other :

Willingness to travel within the state and work occasional evenings or weekends as required.

Commitment to improving community health and wellness through education and outreach.

Enjoy working with a variety of people and have a passion for improving the health of people across the state of Arkansas.

Additional Information :

For technical assistance with the application please email

Salary Information :

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply :

Cover Letter / Letter of Application List of three Professional References (name email business title) Resume

Optional Documents :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Recruitment Contact Information :

Bryce Daniels PhD CSCS

Assistant Professor Health State Health Specialist

Family & Consumer Sciences

University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture

Email : Phone : 501.671.2051

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements :

Motor Vehicle Reports Check

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity :

Driving Hearing Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Talking

Frequent Physical Activity :

N / A

Occasional Physical Activity :

N / A

Benefits Eligible :

Required Experience :

Key Skills

Crisis Management,Microsoft Word,Office Experience,Conflict Management,Constant Contact,Microsoft Powerpoint,Research Experience,Salesforce,Administrative Experience,Public Speaking,Google Suite,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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Program Associate • Little Rock, Arkansas, USA