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All applications for employment with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schenectady County and other county extension associations must be submitted through the Cornell University Employment system. We do post available job and internship opportunities on this page when they become available, with links to the Cornell website, for your convenience.

Healthy Schenectady Families Family Support Educator I – Schenectady, NY

The Healthy Schenectady Families Family Support Educator provides support to improve healthy family and parenting choices among eligible families and individuals in Schenectady County. As part of the Healthy Families New York and Healthy Schenectady Families Programs, this position works closely with the team of educators and supervisors to promote the well-being of parents, children, and families through the use of existing evidence-based health education and parenting curricula delivered through home visits. Positive, persistent and individualized outreach from the educator keeps families involved in the program and leads to improved outcomes for children, parents, and the community.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree. An Associate’s Degree and two years transferrable program/functional experience may substitute for a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Travel Requirements - Ability to meet the frequent travel requirements associated with this position. A valid NYS driver's license with the ability to drive and driving record acceptable for Association insurance coverage are required.
• Ability to frequently work flexible hours, which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
• Commitment to working in limited income urban settings with program participants in their surrounding communities.
• Program Skills – Ability to effectively deliver related programs and trainings. Serve as an effective subject matter resource. Maintain program data confidentiality. Ability to effectively participate in professional team efforts, including frequent collaboration with staff and outside organizations.
• Communication & Marketing Skills - Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with presenters, program participants, employees and others. Ability to relate effectively to co-workers, volunteers, advisors, community and professional leaders.
• Coordination Skills – Ability to effectively coordinate program efforts including data management and reporting, scheduling and coordinating programs and events, compiling and maintaining materials and resources, following financial reporting requirements.
• Technology Skills - Proficiency or ability to learn and effectively use software including use of the internet, program related software, and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel.
• Work Environment – In addition to the Working Conditions; the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. This position frequently performs in-person home visits within the assigned communities. When not in the field, this position works in a typical “open” office environment with occasional to frequent distractions. This position occasionally lifts, moves, or transports program materials.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree or coursework in human services or related fields
• Ability to speak, read and write proficiently in the Spanish language, or other non-English language as is spoken in the target community.

Position Details

This is a full-time, nonexempt position (35 hours/week). Compensation paid at the rate of $22.50 per hour. Excellent benefits.

All applications must be received on-line by 11:59 pm on May 13, 2026.Position closing dates may change based on Association needs.To apply & for further details:

https://cornell.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CCECareerPage/job/New-York-State-Other/CCE-of-Schenectady-County-Healthy-Schenectady-Families-Family-Support-Educator-I--Schenectady--NY_WDR-00058308

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WIC Nutritionist – Schenectady, NY

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schenectady County WIC Nutritionists empower families by delivering participant‑centered, evidence‑based nutrition education that supports lifelong health and well‑being. Nutritionists advance the mission of both the Association and the WIC Program by providing high‑quality guidance, promoting breastfeeding, and ensuring families receive the nutrition resources they need to thrive. Nutritionists also complete required documentation accurately and on time, maintain strict participant confidentiality, collect essential program data, and contribute to strengthening services for women, infants, and children in the community.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition.
• Experience relevant to the role of the position.
• Travel Requirements - Ability to meet occasional travel requirements associated with this position. A valid NYS driver's license with the ability to drive and driving record acceptable for Association insurance coverage are required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.
• Ability to deliver effective programs, maintain confidentiality, and collaborate with staff and partner organizations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to work effectively with participants, colleagues, and others.
• Ability to coordinate program activities, including data management, reporting, scheduling, and compliance with funder requirements.
• Proficiency—or ability to learn—Microsoft Office, internet tools, and program related software.
• Work Environment – In addition to the Working Conditions; the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. This position works in a typical office environment with occasional lifting, moving and transporting program materials. This position requires the ability to work in a busy open office with occasional to frequent distractions and opportunities to demonstrate positive collaboration amongst staff, visitors and the public.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Spanish or another non‑English language spoken in the target community.

Position Details

This is a full-time, nonexempt position (35 hours/week). Compensation paid at the rate of $29.25 per hour. Excellent benefits, based on eligibility, including:

• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal leave
• Paid Holidays
• New York State Health Insurance Program (NYSHIP)
• NYSHIP Dental Insurance
• NYS Retirement (NYSERS)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Personal Accidental Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• New York’s 529 College Savings Program

All applications must be received on-line by 11:59 pm on May 21, 2026.Position closing dates may change based on Association needs.To apply & for further details: https://cornell.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CCECareerPage/job/New-York-State-Other/CCE-of-Schenectady-County-WIC-Nutritionist--Schenectady--NY_WDR-00058453

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Facilities and Grounds Worker – Schenectady, NY

The Facilities and Grounds Worker helps maintain the buildings, grounds, and gardens at CCE of Schenectady County’s Sustainable Living Center, supporting programs that promote community education, gardening, and sustainable living. This hands-on role includes groundskeeping, cleaning, basic building repairs, equipment maintenance, snow removal, and supporting garden upkeep with staff and volunteers. The position also helps monitor facility conditions and address maintenance and safety needs. Work includes both indoor and outdoor tasks in a variety of weather conditions.

This position is primarily part-time and seasonal (March–November), with the possibility of reduced hours during the winter months.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related experience.
• Knowledge of building cleaning, groundskeeping, maintenance, and basic repairs.
• Ability to operate equipment such as lawn mowers, trimmers, and snow blowers.
• Ability to identify and address facility and safety issues.
• Basic knowledge of building systems (e.g., plumbing, mechanicals).
• Ability to meet regular travel requirements associated with this position. A valid NYS driver's license with the ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, or weekends (e.g., for garbage removal, snow removal).
• Ability to read instructions, write simple reports, and communicate positively with staff, volunteers, city officials, and others.
• Basic computer skills (email, calendar, internet-based systems).
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks with supervisor guidance.
• Work Environment – In addition to the Working Conditions; the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Ability to frequently work in outdoor weather conditions. Ability frequently lift, move, or transport materials, landscaping waste, etc. Ability to constantly perform grounds keeping and maintenance tasks including by frequently positioning self (for example, pulling, bending, reaching, touching, kneeling, using hands to feel/reach, climbing stairs and ladders). This position frequently operates equipment like lawn mowers, trimmers, leaf blowers, shovels, snow blowers etc. The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate and loud when using equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving and/ vibrating mechanical parts. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required depending on the task, for example ear protection when using loud equipment, eye protection, gloves, or other PPE as situations arise.

Position Details

This is a part-time, nonexempt position (14 hours/week). Compensation paid at the rate of $19.50 per hour.

All applications must be received on-line by 11:59 pm on May 22, 2026.Position closing dates may change based on Association needs.To apply & for further details: https://cornell.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CCECareerPage/job/New-York-State-Other/CCE-of-Schenectady-County-Facilities-and-Grounds-Worker--Schenectady--NY_WDR-00058480

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate governmental agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University. Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for providing equal program and employment opportunities in accordance with applicable laws.

Last updated May 7, 2026