Nutrition Program Compliance Specialist (Staff Specialist III Education)

Maryland; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State benefits

Job summary

Maryland State Department of Education is seeking a Nutrition Program Reviews Specialist to conduct program reviews and provide technical assistance as part of an interdisciplinary team, improving the nutritional standing of education systems across Maryland. Responsibilities include leading evaluations, developing corrective action plans, delivering training, and supporting LEAs and Sponsoring Agencies.

A Master’s degree in Nutrition or related field and 3 years of relevant experience are

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent 36 credit hours in Nutrition, Dietetics, Consumer Science, Food Service Management, Institutional Administration, Public Health or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct program evaluation and assessment reviews of institutions, sponsoring organizations and LEAs.
• Develop corrective action plans and recommendations to improve nutrition content of meals.
• Develop and present technical assistance to participating institutions and LEAs.
• Lead training sessions for Nutrition Program participants and assist with community outreach.

Skills

Program evaluation

Training delivery

Technical assistance

Education

Master’s degree in Nutrition or related field

Job description

Introduction

The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college andcareer success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from ourdivisions, we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs ofa diverse population – students, teachers, principals, and other educators through out Maryland.

GRADE

STD0018

$76,608.00 - $101,087 with progression to $120,814.00/year

*State Salary Guidelines may apply for current State employees

LOCATION OF POSITION

Nancy S. Grasmick Education Building

200 W. Baltimore Street

Baltimore, MD 21201

Hybrid schedule available (up to 3 telework days permitted each week)

POSITION DUTIES

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.

• 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 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: 1. Candidates may substitute a Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of the specified content experience to satisfy the Minimum Qualifications noted above.
• Note: 2. Candidates may substitute a Doctorate Degree and 2 years of the specified content experience to satisfy the Minimum Qualifications noted above.
• Note: 3. The above requirements are set by the Maryland State Department of Education in accordance with Education Article, Section 2-104.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED 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

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

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

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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

SELECTION PROCESS

All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

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.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

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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