Regional Child Nutrition Specialist

About the role

The Regional Child Nutrition Specialist serves as a knowledgeable consultant and trusted resource supporting the effective administration of Child Nutrition Programs (CNP) within an assigned territory. This position provides technical assistance, training, and regulatory guidance to school and non-school administrators and food service personnel.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge & Expertise: Knowledge of Child Nutrition Programs and applicable state and federal regulations, including USDA requirements.
• Training, Education & Technical Assistance: Provide training and technical assistance to CNP participants within the assigned territory to support program understanding, compliance, and effective operations.
• Program Monitoring, Compliance, and Reviews: Conduct comprehensive reviews of Child Nutrition Program operations at participating institutions within the assigned territory using established review instruments.
• Program Improvement, Investigation, and Support: Identify management or operational concerns and provide guidance to support corrective action and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Nutrition, or related field. [official transcripts required upon hire]; Three (3) years of experience in the administration or coordination of food and nutrition programs.
• Special Requirements: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship; Successful completion of a pre-employment background check; Must possess a valid driver’s license from a U.S. state or territory to perform necessary job-related travel.

Qualifications

• Physical Demands: Ability to stand, reach, and bend 50% of the time; Operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine/printer, and office telephone 75% of the time; Ascends/descends stairs 25% of the time; Ability to lift to 30 lbs.
• Cognitive Requirements: Clear and accurate communication, strong analytical skills, and the ability to evaluate information and make timely decisions. Sustained focus and attention to detail are essential, along with memory retention of policies, procedures, and facts over various time frames. Adaptability and mental flexibility are also necessary to handle changing information, work conditions, and unexpected challenges.

Skills

This role requires clear and accurate communication, strong analytical skills, and the ability to evaluate information and make timely decisions. Sustained focus and attention to detail are essential, along with memory retention of policies, procedures, and facts over various time frames. Adaptability and mental flexibility are also necessary to handle changing information, work conditions, and unexpected challenges.

Benefits

Discover the Benefits of Joining Our Team! Are you ready to take the next step in your career with an agency that values your well-being? Look no further! At OSDE, we're proud to offer a robust benefits package designed to support you and your family every step of the way. Generous Benefits Allowance: Up to $21,934.08 annually, tailored to family size, for purchasing benefits.
Comprehensive Insurance Plans: Choose from a variety of insurance plans with no pre-existing conditions, exclusions, or limitations
Flexible Spending Accounts: Manage healthcare expenses and/or dependent care with ease
Full Participation in TRS: Enjoy employer-covered contributions (7.5% of annual salary) for Teacher’s Retirement System participation
Generous Leave Policy: Full-time employees receive 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave in their first year.
Paid Holidays: Benefit from 11 paid holidays per year.
Employee Discounts: Access discounts with various companies and vendors.
Longevity Bonus: Earn a bonus after completing two years of service, with bonuses continuing annually thereafter.
Compensatory Time: FLSA Exempt and Nonexempt employees receive compensatory time.
Employee Assistance Program: Access support and resources through our Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

Compensation up to $66,358 based on education and experience.

Schedule

Full time position with 80% regular regional travel required.