Nutrition Site Coordinator

Prince George's County, Maryland; Maryland; Presencial; USD 21.000 - 28.000; A tiempo parcial

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Limited benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Prince George’s County Department of Family Services is seeking a part-time Nutrition Site Coordinator to oversee congregate meal operations at senior dining sites in the county. The role emphasizes food safety, record-keeping, and ensuring meals are served during the core hours of 9 am to 2 pm.

The position requires 10th grade completion, county residency, and a valid driver's license, with Serve-Safe/food-service certification within six months.

Formación

• Completion of the tenth grade is required.
• Must be a Prince George's County resident and have a valid driver's license.
• Certified Food Service Manager or Serve-Safe certification within 6 months.

Responsabilidades

• Provide a safe, hospitable and sanitary environment for program clients to consume meals at nutrition sites.
• Maintain accurate weekly meal records and deposits; submit reports to the admin office.
• Coordinate recruitment, training and supervision of nutrition program volunteers and staff.
• Safely serve meals to eligible participants during the 9 am–2 pm core hours.
• Assist with data collection, participant registration, and program events as needed.

Conocimientos

Driver's license

Educación

Completion of the tenth grade

Descripción del empleo

Come join our team

Applicant Limit Notice: Please be advised that applications for this position will be capped at a maximum of 100 submissions. Once this threshold has been reached, the posting will close, and no further applications will be accepted. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly to ensure consideration.

Nature and Variety of Work

Come join our team

Applicant Limit Notice: Please be advised that applications for this position will be capped at a maximum of 100 submissions. Once this threshold has been reached, the posting will close, and no further applications will be accepted. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly to ensure consideration.

This position is limited term grant funded (LTGF). Positions designated as limited-term grant-funded are temporary in nature and the employment period is contingent upon the grant's continued funding availability.

This position does offer limited benefits.

The Prince George’s County Department of Family Services is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill various part‑time Nutrition Site Coordinator (Community Development Aide 1G) grade G5, position in the Aging and Disabilities Division.

About The Position

This is a para-professional PART‑TIME contractual position (25 hours per week, Monday through Friday) whereby the incumbent will actively work within the Community at one or more senior congregate dining programs in the Prince George’s County Area. The Nutrition Site Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the safe operations of the Congregate meals ensuring the food safety regulations and program policies and procedures are followed during the core service hours of 9 am to 2 pm. Frequent and regular communication with the Nutrition Program Manager and other Program Staff will be expected, as well as maintaining daily records, preparing accurate weekly meal reports and ensuring the client meal donations are recorded and deposited at the banking institution on a daily basis. This part‑time position requires within 6 months of employment, the successful completion of the Certified Food Service License through the local County Health Department or the Serve‑Safe Certification and maintain renewal of such certification every three years. The Nutrition Site Coordinator will also be responsible for safely serving meals to eligible program participants, support the partnership with the senior center staff, assist with programs & activities as necessary, assist with the recruitment and training of volunteers, assist with registering program participants annually and for all departmental events/activities, actively participate in all special events and monthly trainings, establish creative ideas in an effort to increase program participation and provide additional support with data collection, the distribution of annual satisfaction surveys, and contacting clients and assisting with other administrative tasks as needed.

About The Agency

The Department of Family Services improves the quality of life and overall well‑being of the communities by providing information, assistance and referrals, as well as promoting and developing high quality, innovative programs that educate, empower, respect choice and preserve dignity. The department is responsible for providing assistance to some of the County’s most vulnerable citizens – children, families, victims of domestic violence, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, veterans, and seniors. The department is comprised of three divisions that serve the aging and disabled, victims of domestic violence, as well as children, youth and families in need of support and resources.

Examples of Work

• Provide a safe, hospitable and sanitary environment for program clients to consume their meals while at the Nutrition Sites
• Maintain accurate records and weekly reports of meals served at the Nutrition Site and make daily bank deposits and submit completed reports to the administrative office on a weekly basis, as required
• Email accurate weekly meal orders in a timely manner and maintain reservation list of participants
• Safely receive and hot hold all food items at required temperatures and safely serve meals to program clients at lunchtime
• Regularly and routinely communicate with partner agencies (Senior Center Staff) to share and plan resourceful and meaningful programs and support special events and coordinate special meals for such events
• Ensure the annual completion of client registration, special event, new client registration forms and submit to the administrative office by designated deadline.
• Assist with the recruitment, training and provide guidance to nutrition program volunteers, senior aides and summer youth students and verify their timesheets and hours and submit as needed
• Successfully pass and obtain Food Service Manager Certification within 6 months of employment and renew every 3 years as required
• Attend, support, and assist with the coordination of program activities, special events or departmental events.
• Attend professional development training programs, monthly staff meetings, departmental meetings/workshops and other team building activities routinely and consistently
• Assist with the distribution of the Maryland Senior Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program at designated Nutrition Sites.
• When requested, support the Nutrition Program operations by covering various nutrition sites in the event of staff emergencies and staff shortages.
• Follow Nutrition Program policies and procedures and maintain regular communication with Program Manager and Nutrition Office Staff.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of the tenth (10th) school grade.
• Must be a Prince George's County resident.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Older Adults.
• Experience in the Food Service Industry

Additional Information

Salary Range Transparency

The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the anticipated offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Tentative Interview Dates

November 30, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location

9187 Central Ave, Capitol Heights, MD 20743

Conditions of Employment

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
• Must obtain Food Service Manager Certification within 6 months of employment, or have Serv Safe Certification, and renewal of such certification every 3 years as required.

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED

Eligibility to Work

Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS:

If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.

Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace