Nutrition Program Compliance Specialist (Staff Specialist III Education)

Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE); Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) seeks a Nutrition Program reviewer to conduct reviews and provide specialized technical assistance as part of an interdisciplinary team.

You will lead program evaluation of institutions, prepare nutritional assessments, and develop corrective action plans to improve school meal programs. Preference for knowledge of federal laws, food safety, and training experience; requires a Master’s degree and 3 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in Nutrition, Dietetics, Consumer Science, Food Service Management, Institutional Administration, Public Health or related field.
• Three years of professional experience in assessing compliance with federal law and regulations or Child Nutrition Programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct program evaluation and assessment reviews of institutions, sponsoring organizations and LEAs.
• Prepare a nutritional assessment and recommendations to improve the nutritional content of meals to enhance student achievement.
• Certify and validate the nutrition standards of LEAs participating in NSLP and SBP.
• Develop comprehensive Corrective Action Plans for sponsoring organizations and LEAs.
• Lead an interdisciplinary team to assess needs, provide resources, and build capacity of participating agencies.
• Develop and present technical assistance and implement high-quality training sessions for Nutrition Program participants.
• Assist with community outreach activities.

Skills

Program evaluation

Technical assistance

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Training development

Education

Master's degree in Nutrition or related field

Job description

The main purpose of this position is to conduct Child Nutrition Program reviews and provide highly specialized technical assistance and consultation as part of an interdisciplinary team that provides a comprehensive assessment, training and program development schematic to build and enhance the nutritional standing of education systems and Sponsoring Agencies of Child Nutrition Programs throughout Maryland.

Position Duties

• Lead and conduct program evaluation and assessment reviews of institutions, sponsoring organizations and local education agencies (LEAs).
• Prepare a nutritional assessment and recommendations to improve the nutritional content of meals to enhance student achievement.
• Certify and validate the nutrition standards of the LEAs participating in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.
• Develop comprehensive Corrective Action Plans for sponsoring organizations and LEAs.
• Lead an interdisciplinary team to assess the needs, provide resources, and build the capacity of the participating agencies.
• Develop and present technical assistance to participating institutions and LEAs. Implement high quality professional training sessions for Nutrition Program participants.
• Assist with community outreach activities.

Education

Master's degree or equivalent 36 credit hours of post baccalaureate course work in Nutrition, Dietetics, Consumer Science, Food Service Management, Institutional Administration, Public Health or a related field.

Experience

Three (3) years of professional experience in assessing compliance with federal law and regulations or Child Nutrition Programs.

Note

• Candidates may substitute a Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of the specified content experience to satisfy the Minimum Qualifications noted above.
• Candidates may substitute a Doctorate Degree and 2 years of the specified content experience to satisfy the Minimum Qualifications noted above.
• The above requirements are set by the Maryland State Department of Education in accordance with Education Article, Section 2-104.

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

• Knowledge of federal laws and regulations governing food service and School and Community Nutrition Programs
• Knowledge of food safety, menu planning and food production
• Experience in assessing programs, identifying problems and determining improvements/solutions
• Experience in organizing, developing and conducting training programs

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

Applicants must consent to a State Police Investigation (fingerprinting) as a routine procedure for all employees with this Agency.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.

Proof of eligibility to work is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position may result in non-selection or termination of employment.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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