HOP Senior Program/Project Support Coordinator - Washington County .

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Occupation:

Office and Administrative Support Occupations

Location:

Kansas City, MO - 64112

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

05/28/2026 Positions available: 1

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08/04/2026 Job #: 58867 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Hiring Department University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement - Health and Human Sciences Department Job Description

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Senior Program/Project Support Coordinator

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Coverage of Washington and Crawford Counties - Potosi, MO The University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement's distinct land-grant mission is to improve lives, communities, and economies by producing relevant, reliable, and responsive educational strategies throughout Missouri. Our dedicated and knowledgeable faculty and staff collaborate with researchers and community leaders to develop and deliver programs that address the needs of Missourians including: educational attainment; environmental concerns; community, economic, business and workforce development; global food systems; and health systems. For more information about MU Extension and Engagement, please visit https://extension.missouri.edu. MU Extension's Health & Human Sciences program provides research based educational programs on nutrition, food safety and preservation, exercise, health, housing, parenting, senior living, and personal finance.

POSITION OVERVIEW

This full-time position is responsible for performing coordination for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention High Obesity Program (HOP) with the University of Missouri Extension. This position will work directly with local coalitions, community leaders, technical assistance providers, faculty within Health & Human Sciences Extension, and other interested parties to implement policy, system, and environmental changes related to improving healthy food access, increasing active transportation plans and policies, and improving farm to early care and education activities in accordance with HOP guidelines. This position will assist in collecting impact data and assembling reports, including press releases, peer reviewed journal articles and conference presentations. Successful candidate will be able to work independently as well as within a team, operate with minimal guidance, and be a self-directed learner who is flexible and adaptable to changing environments. This position is 100% grant-funded and is contingent on the continued availability of grant funds.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Serve as local project coordinator for the CDC HOP program, including coordinating logistics for community trainings and meetings, partner communication, and community outreach. (30%) Develop, advise, and lead local project implementation in collaboration with Extension Specialists, campus faculty, technical assistance providers, and community members. Assist in ensuring that HOP work is well-coordinated with other relevant MU Extension programs. Conduct community needs assessments and report findings to relevant organizations, coalitions, and community members. (30%) Gather impact data, analyze program outcomes and assemble reports, including press releases, peer reviewed journal articles and conference presentations. (10%) Serve as a program representative at internal and external meetings, as needed. (5%) Professional development to stay up to date on the latest developments related to the HOP appropriate PSE initiatives. (5%) Maintain and extend partnerships with program collaborators and potential collaborators. (10%) Assist in managing annual program county budgets, ensure funds are spent appropriately, and invoices are submitted on time. (5%) Other duties as assigned. (5%) Ability to travel and work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, is required to fulfill assigned responsibilities. Some travel is required using a personal vehicle. Commuting miles (from home to work and work to home) are not reimbursable. As with all positions, involvement with other duties and responsibilities may be expected to support the mission and purpose ...For full information see follow application link. The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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