Education Program Specialist

About the role

The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce, Office of Nutrition, is seeking an Education Program Specialist to participate in the implementation and oversight of programs and initiatives of the National School Lunch Program.

Responsibilities

• Acts on behalf of the Office for Nutrition by independently providing specialized program assistance and guidance to monitor Nutrition Programs with emphasis on National School Lunch Programs (NSLP) and affiliated sub-programs throughout assigned areas within the state.
• Interprets state and federal regulations accurately in order to approve or disapprove agreements and applications.
• Monitors and approves program sponsors' administrative budgets.
• Conducts onsite reviews of sponsors to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Evaluates food products, meal quality, compliance with nutritional requirements, and maintenance of records; makes appropriate recommendations based on findings.
• Assists, reviews, and monitors sponsor claims submissions.
• Provides customer-focused technical assistance to maximize program usage in schools, daycare homes, daycare centers, food service operations, non-profit organizations, and other entities.
• Plans and develops tools, training materials, and conducts program trainings.
• Accesses and utilizes web-based software to monitor and manage customer accounts.
• Conducts research, writes reports, and consults with federal, state, and local agencies responsible for licensing and certification.
• Assists with special projects (e.g., grants management, event planning, develops presentations).

Requirements

Candidates must meet one of the following education and experience combinations:

• 6 years of experience in a specific or related content area, educational program, or service; current valid driver’s license or ability to secure transportation when travel is required.
• Completion of undergraduate core program in a specific or related content area, educational program, or service; 4 years of experience in a specific or related content area, educational program, or service; current valid driver’s license or ability to secure transportation when travel is required.
• Completion of graduate core program in a specific or related content area, educational program, or service; 3 years of experience in a specific or related content area, educational program, or service; current valid driver’s license or ability to secure transportation when travel is required.
• In identified programs: Master’s degree and 3 years of education experience in a specific or related content area, educational program, or service; current valid driver’s license or ability to secure transportation when travel is required.

Skills

• Technical Skills: Computer Literacy, Communications, Food Services
• Professional Skills: Active Learning, Attention to Detail, Customer Focus

Pay

$35.31 - $52.17 per hour

Schedule

• Work Hours: 8 am to 5 pm
• Type: Full-time
• Classified Indicator: Unclassified
• Union: OCSEA

Locations

Primary work locations include Lucas County, with additional service areas in Fulton, Henry, Ottawa, and Wood Counties, Ohio.