Posting Detail Information

Working TitleHealthy Living Program Facilitator - Open Pool

Position LocationLarimer County (e.g., Fort Collins) and/or Weld County (e.g., Greeley), Colorado

Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work

Research Professional PositionYes

Posting Number202400129AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification Title

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week

Proposed Annual Salary Range$20.00 to $28.00 per hour

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

• For detailed benefit plan information for eligible employees, visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/andhttps://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/.

• For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/.

• For more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in, visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/.

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on01/31/2025

Description of Work Unit

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We invite you to reviewColorado State University’s Principles of Community (http://diversity.colostate.edu/principles-of-community) that guide our mission and vision of access, teaching, service and engagement.

CSU Extension, a division of the Office of Engagement & Extension, is a major component of the University’s outreach. Extension is dedicated to serving current and future needs of Coloradans by providing educational information and programs across the state. To learn more about Extension, visit:https://extension.colostate.edu/

Position Summary

Facilitators will lead the Healthy Living Program (HeLP) curriculum for parents, teens, and/or siblings weekly during each 6 – week, family-inclusive program. There will be multiple, 6 – week programs offered annually. Facilitators may be primarily responsible for leading one of the four curriculums used for HeLP, but will be expected to have facilitation competency for all curriculums over time. Facilitators will be expected to participate in on-going training to improve skills. Facilitators may also assist with the recruitment and retention of participants.

Required Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

• Ability to facilitate discussion in a group setting

• Interest in promoting health

• Enjoys working with adults and youth of all ages

• Builds trust with program participants

• Familiarity with the community (county) in which the program is offered

• Basic nutrition and physical activity knowledge

• Ability to assist with set-up which may include lifting of items weighing up to 20 pounds

• Willingness to travel within the county to facilitate programs provided at different locations

• Demonstrates patience while working with younger children.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher

• Experience with culturally diverse groups

• Demonstrated ability to be culturally responsive

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

• Experience as a role-mode, mentor, leader or coach working with youth.

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please upload a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Search ContactLauren.Shomaker@colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents