Senior Social Services Program Specialist - FDP & Grants

State of Nevada (NV); Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nevada Department of Agriculture, Division of Food and Nutrition in Sparks is seeking a Social Services Program Specialist 3 to manage the Food Distribution Program (FDP) statewide. The role includes grant management, budgeting up to $11M, staff supervision, and coordination with federal liaisons, tribal partners, and community organizations.

Responsibilities include developing state plans, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and promoting food security through multiple nutrition

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a field pertinent to the program; two years of professional social services experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience coordinating with officials and other agencies; ability to interpret federal regulations and draft program policies.
• Strong writing, research, and budget planning capabilities for state and federal programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage Food Distribution Program (FDP) statewide and supervise staff.
• Oversee grants and budgets up to $11M, including reporting and compliance.
• Coordinate with federal liaisons, tribal partners, and other agencies.
• Develop and revise state plans, policies, and procedures for programs.
• Ensure program compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Participate in planning, training, and outreach to promote food security.

Skills

Grant management

Budget management

Staff supervision

Regulatory interpretation

Inter-agency collaboration

Public communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in a field pertinent to the program

Tools

Reporting software

Data analysis tools

Job description

The Nevada Department of Agriculture, Division of Food and Nutrition in Sparks is seeking a Social Services Program Specialist 3 to manage the Food Distribution Program (FDP) statewide. The role includes grant management, budgeting up to $11M, staff supervision, and coordination with federal liaisons, tribal partners, and community organizations.

Responsibilities include developing state plans, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and promoting food security through multiple nutrition