Department of Aging Nutrition Site Specialist - Non-Merit

Baltimore County

Towson (MD)

On-site

USD 18,000 - 24,000

Part time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Baltimore County is seeking a Senior Center Nutrition Site Specialist in the Department of Aging for a part-time, 20-hour weekly schedule. You will oversee nutrition sites, monitor compliance, recruit and train volunteers, and coordinate with the caterer and Nutrition Office to ensure food quality and service delivery.

The role requires ServSafe certification or the ability to obtain it within 6 months, strong communication skills, and the ability to work with seniors across multiple sites.

Qualifications

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Ability to work with senior adults, volunteers, and the community with good communication.

Responsibilities

Monitors nutrition sites for policy compliance.
Monitors volunteer and paid leaders; assists with daily operations.
Recruits volunteers and participants; markets the Eating Together Program.
Collaborates with leaders and managers on facility issues; supports reporting on food quality and delivery.
Performs reporting tasks: attendance, meal counts, nutrition reports, and supply orders.
Registers participants into the Eating Together Program and maintains program records.

Skills

Communication skills

Volunteer management

Food service knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification (within 6 months)

Tools

Excel

Word

Driver's license and travel to sites

Job description

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Department of Aging for a Senior Center Nutrition Site Specialist.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

Regular Schedule: 20 Hours Per Week.

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You must attach your diploma(s), transcript(s)/degree(s), and license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of professional licences, certifications, and/or Education will result in your application not being considered.

Examples of Duties

Job Purpose

Under the supervision of the Nutrition Program Manager, oversees nutrition sites in a specified geographic region.

Essential Job Duties

Monitors nutrition sites for compliance with policies and procedures.
Monitors volunteer and paid leaders and assists with daily operational issues.
Assists in the recruitment of volunteers and program participants and marketing of the Eating Together Program.
Works with volunteer leader(s) and resident manager concerning facility-related issues.
Assists the leader in reporting/facilitating issues with the Caterer and Nutrition Office related to food quality and delivery.
Monitors and assists with proper reporting and cash management, including:

Daily Attendance
Meal Count Reports
Weekly Nutrition Reports
Supply Orders
Service Delivery Reports
Volunteer Hours Reports) related to the Eating Together Program

Conducts registration of participants to the Eating Together Program and enters clients into My Senior Center/BC-Pass.
Conducts Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) trainings and nutrition education programs.
Cooperates with nutrition staff in the provision of training to volunteer leaders and program volunteers.

Examples of Other Duties

Attends meetings as required and completes other related duties as assigned.

NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all essential job functions for each position within the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Graduation from a recognized high school or an appropriate equivalency;

Plus

One year’s experience in a senior center, nutrition sites, congregate meal services, community involvement, or other food service experience.

Preferred Knowledge And Skills

Knowledge of the objectives and purposes of the "Eating Together Program" and related programs and services for older adults.
Ability to work effectively with senior adults, volunteers, and the community in general.
Ability to make simple calculations and keep standard records, including using a computer (Excel and Word).
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Must be ServSafe certified or obtain this certification within 6 months of hire.

Licenses and Certificates

A valid Non-Commercial Class C Maryland Driver's license, or an appropriate equivalent, is required at the time of appointment.

Applicants selected for this position must travel to sites throughout Baltimore County using their personal vehicle. Employees will be reimbursed for mileage.

Note: Must be ServSafe certified or obtain this certification within 6 months of hire.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants must submit proof of licenses, certifications, and education to meet the position's required and preferred qualifications. Copies of licenses, certifications, and education are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of professional licenses, certifications, and Education will result in your application not being considered. Submit proof of licenses, certifications, and education with each application.

Failure to submit proof of professional Licenses, Certifications, and Education will result in your application not being considered. Submit proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalency documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)

Mail Or Deliver Documents To

ATTN: Department of Aging Nutrition Site Specialist - Non-Merit

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of the training and experience they report in their application, including responses to the supplemental questions. Applicants must clearly and completely state the dates and duties of past and current experience for evaluation purposes. To be considered, submit proof of licenses, certifications, and education with each application.

Conditions of Employment

Applicants selected for this position will be required to travel to sites throughout Baltimore County using their personal vehicle. Employees will be reimbursed for mileage.

Applicants must have a valid, Non-Commercial Class C Maryland driver's license and reliable transportation at the time of appointment.

Must be ServSafe certified or obtain this certification within 6 months of hire.

Persons appointed to this classification must satisfactorily complete County-sponsored CPR/AED/First Aid, ServSafe, and Crowd Control training. Certifications must be maintained throughout employment.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

These positions are essentially sedentary, with occasional walking, lifting, or other limited physical activity.

This position requires you to work afternoons and early evenings, with occasional weekend work.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening, and employment investigation, including, but not limited to, criminal background checks, education certification, and fingerprinting.

Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace

All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace

Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance

In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Benefits

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance

In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement

Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave

Sick Leave

Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.

Vacation Leave

Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.

Holidays

Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.

Bereavement Leave

Jury Leave

Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union

Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit

Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Deferred Compensation

Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

Graduation from a recognized high school or equivalent, plus 1 year of work experience in a senior center, nutrition site, congregate meal service, community involvement, or another food service setting.
I have at least 1 year of experience in a senior center, nutrition site, congregate meal service, community involvement, or another food service setting.
Not Applicable. I do not have the above combination of education and experience.

Provide specific example(s) of the work experience you have in a senior center, nutrition sites, congregate meal services, community involvement, or other food service experience. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "Not Applicable", respond by entering N/A to this question.

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, describe in detail a past or present position where you have provided training and educational classes at senior centers, nutrition sites, and/or other food service locations. If you answered "No", respond N/A to this question.

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you have in monitoring program sites for compliance with policies and procedures. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. If you chose "No", respond by entering N/A to this question.

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you have using the computer to enter registrations, complete simple calculations, and create standard reports. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. If you chose "No", respond by entering N/A to this question.

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