Nutrition Program Specialist (Southwest Central)

State of Missouri; Missouri; Remote; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education seeks a Nutrition Program Specialist to administer NSLP, SBP, and related programs. This remote telework job requires on-site training in Jefferson City, MO, with a six-week hybrid start and travel for workshops.

You’ll conduct LEA program reviews, develop trainings, provide technical assistance, and interpret federal and state rules to ensure compliance and support student nutrition across Missouri.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Food Science, Dietetics, or closely related field.
• Four years’ experience in Child Nutrition Programs, elementary/secondary education, government, policy, food service program management, food and nutrition science, or closely related experience, and possession of a high school diploma or equivalency.
• Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site monitor at Local Education Agencies (LEAs) to conduct program reviews and evaluations of Child Nutrition Programs.
• Complete web-based reports resulting from LEA on-site program reviews.
• Develop and conduct trainings and presentations at district, state, and regional conference and meetings.
• Provide technical assistance to LEAs for compliance with federal and state rules and regulations. Interpret federal and state rules, regulations, instructions, and guidance.
• Demonstrate regular, reliable, and engaged attendance.

Skills

Child Nutrition Programs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Nutrition Program Specialist – Department of Elementary & Secondary Education

Job Posting Number: 3120019106

Salary: $47,616

Please note: The salary range listed in this job description is a base salary. Applicants eligible for years-of-service adjustments or shift differentials may exceed salary range listed above.

Job Location: Remote telework based out of Jefferson City, MO. The ideal candidate will be required to live in the State of Missouri and travel within the counties identified as the Southwest Central Region. The first 6 weeks will include a hybrid training schedule. Candidate will be required to attend training in the Jefferson Building, located at 205 Jefferson St., Jefferson City, MO 65101 a few days per week and the other days will be virtual training at their remote location. Travel for on-site training, including shadow of reviews and workshops, will also be required.

Why You’ll Love This Position

The Food and Nutrition Services Section administers the USDA Food Distribution Program and the following USDA Child Nutrition Programs: National School Lunch Program (NSLP), School Breakfast Program, Special Milk Program, and the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. Under the NSLP, the After School Snack Program and Seamless Summer Option are also available. The programs are operated in public, non-public, and residential child care institutions. The goal of the Food and Nutrition Services Section is to providing safe food and technical assistance to ensure well balanced nutritious meals are served to the students of Missouri.

What You’ll Do

• Professional work in the implementation of the Child Nutrition Programs and initiatives related to these programs. Programs include, but are not limited to: School Breakfast Program, National School Lunch Program, Afterschool Snack Program, Seamless Summer Option, Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, Special Milk Program, and Provisional Programs.
• Conduct on-site monitor at Local Education Agencies (LEAs) to conduct program reviews and evaluations of Child Nutrition Programs.
• Complete web-based reports resulting from LEA on-site program reviews.
• Develop and conduct trainings and presentations at district, state, and regional conference and meetings.
• Provide technical assistance to LEAs for compliance with federal and state rules and regulations. Interpret federal and state rules, regulations, instructions, and guidance.
• Demonstrate regular, reliable, and engaged attendance.

Minimum Qualifications

Full job description available upon request.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Food Science, Dietetics, or closely related field from an accredited college or university.

OR

• Four years’ experience in Child Nutrition Programs, elementary/secondary education, government, policy, food service program management, food and nutrition science, or closely related experience, and possession of a high school diploma or equivalency.

Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

If you have questions about this position, please contact: [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity and Aff… Employer:

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at [phone], through Missouri Relay System at [phone], or via email at [e-mail].

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to department programs and to the location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible by persons with disabilities may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Director of Civil Rights Compliance and MOA Coordinator (Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADAAA/Age Act/GINA/USDA Title VI), 2nd Floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480; telephone number 573-522-1775 or TTY 800-735-2966; fax number 573-522-4883; email [e-mail].

To Our Applicants with Disabilities:

For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at [phone]. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs. TTY/TDD Relay Missouri service [phone].

Notice to Applicants:

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources.