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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Department of Nutritional Sciences' Project PA group is seeking applicants for a Part-Time Project Assistant.

This position involves assisting with a variety of projects involving training and support for individuals who operate Child Nutrition Programs in Pennsylvania. One focus area will be the Farm to School, providing assistance and support for a Farm to School summit and culinary training sessions for Child Nutrition Program operators.

Tasks will include assistance in managing registration for these sessions, participating in planning meetings, developing promotional materials, conducting small group presentations, communicating with speakers, compiling materials for the sessions, assisting with on-site registration at the sessions, entering and analyzing evaluation data, and developing evaluation summaries. This position will involve travel to the Farm to School summit, expected to be held in eastern Pennsylvania, and travel to culinary training sessions throughout the state in the spring/summer of 2026. Strong attention to detail, willingness to learn, the ability to work independently, strong organizational and communication skills.

Compensation:

The starting rate for this job is $20.

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

 

 

 

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

 

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