Remote Nutrition Programs Specialist

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

Job summary

Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education is seeking a Nutrition Program Specialist to support and oversee Child Nutrition Programs. This remote telework role is based out of Jefferson City, MO, with initial hybrid training and travel for on-site reviews.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field or four years of experience in nutrition or education program management. A competitive state benefits package is offered along with opportunities to participate in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree as listed in minimum qualifications.
• Four years' experience in related fields as listed in minimum qualifications.
• Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration.

Responsibilities

• Professional work in the implementation of the Child Nutrition Programs and initiatives related to these 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.
• Demonstrate regular, reliable, and engaged attendance.

Education

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

Job description

Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education is seeking a Nutrition Program Specialist to support and oversee Child Nutrition Programs. This remote telework role is based out of Jefferson City, MO, with initial hybrid training and travel for on-site reviews.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field or four years of experience in nutrition or education program management. A competitive state benefits package is offered along with opportunities to participate in