Program Specialist 1 - LEAP

Position Title:

Program Specialist I - LEAP (Part-Time)

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree

Special Required Qualifications

Valid U.S. Driver's License

Job Description:

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
Are you looking for a benefits-eligible role that supports your well-being while making a difference? Do you want to see the real-world impact of your work on individuals and the broader community?

If so, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is seeking qualified candidates for a Program Specialist I with the Leveraging Activities and Partnerships to Address Obesity (Iowa LEAP) project team! This individual will support Clinton County and will be located at the Clinton County Extension office in DeWitt, Iowa.

What You'll Do:

• Coordinate and manage day-to-day activities of the Iowa LEAP project in Clinton County.
• Lead coalition meetings and subgroup planning sessions.
• Conduct community assessments (e.g., Walkability Audits, Food Service Guidelines).
• Develop and execute local communication campaigns.
• Build and maintain relationships with local partners to support community health initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement nutrition and physical activity strategies.
• Collect and report program data for monthly and annual CDC reporting.
• Participate in statewide training, technical assistance, and Extension events.

This is a fixed-term position with an end date of 9/29/2027, with the opportunity for renewal.

This is a part-time position (20 hours/week) that offers schedule flexibility.

Local travel will be involved in this role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Public Health, Nutrition, or related field.
• Experience working with multi-level nutrition, food, or physical activity system initiatives.
• Experience collecting and retrieving data to prepare program reports.
• Experience planning/coordinating events.

About Iowa LEAP with Extension and Outreach:

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach received funds from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention to work in Iowa counties where 40% or more of adults have obesity. Six Iowa counties are working with local leaders to increase access to healthy food and safe, accessible places to be physically active. Extension offices in Muscatine, Cedar, Franklin, Crawford, Clinton, and West Pottawattamie are leading the way in making the healthy choice easy. To learn more, please visit LEAP.

This posting will be open until filled. However, to receive full consideration, applications need to be submitted before November 2nd, 2026.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Why Choose Iowa State University?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected], or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Appointment Type:

Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

September 29, 2027

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Part time

Pay Grade:

PS806

Original Posting Date:

October 19, 2026

Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number:

R20078

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General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.