Specialist, School Nutrition Systems

School Nutrition; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking a Specialist, School Nutrition Systems to maintain the POS system across cafeterias and analyze issues with workstations, networks, servers, and printers.

The role requires an associate degree in a computer-related field and 2 years of IT support experience, with strong troubleshooting and vendor coordination skills. Travel to sites may be required, and collaboration with the tech department is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a computer-related field.
• 2 years IT support related work experience.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provides day to day support for all nutrition software applications.
• Manages, monitors, and closes technology work order tickets.
• Provides technology administration, integration and troubleshooting of hardware/software located in the school nutrition office and all school cafeterias.
• Performs nutrition software installation, testing, and quality assurance.
• Manages vendor support for nutrition equipment replacements and installation projects.
• Creates and defines tools to for program evaluation.
• Trains and supports department users and school-based employees using the software.
• Coordinates network policies, procedures and standards with technology department.
• Maintains and organizes inventory of registers, monitors, laptops, printers, computer parts, and technology-based equipment.
• Provides support to the division by using foodservice application reporting tools.
• Establishes network connections which may include wiring, cable preparation, setting up workstations, local area networks, file servers, hubs, and any other technical network-attached devices.
• Serves as liaison between the technology department, vendors, and the school nutrition department.
• Provides technology-related updates to school nutrition leadership.
• Manages security, troubleshooting, and correction of any system issues.

Skills

IT support

Troubleshooting

Hardware replacement

Networking basics

System administration

Vendor coordination

Education

Associate degree in computer-related field

2 years IT support experience

Job description

Specialist, School Nutrition Systems

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools - Charlotte, North Carolina (Open in Google Maps)

Job Details

Job ID: 5742348
Application Deadline: Nov 21, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC)
Posted: May 27, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Goal

Responsible for the servicing, maintenance, and training for the Point of Sales (POS) system in the school cafeterias and analyzing and resolving problems related to workstations, networks, servers, and printers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides day to day support for all nutrition software applications.
• Manages, monitors, and closes technology work order tickets.
• Provides technology administration, integration and troubleshooting of hardware/software located in the school nutrition office and all school cafeterias.
• Performs nutrition software installation, testing, and quality assurance.
• Manages vendor support for nutrition equipment replacements and installation projects.
• Creates and defines tools to for program evaluation.
• Trains and supports department users and school-based employees using the software.
• Coordinates network policies, procedures and standards with technology department.
• Maintains and organizes inventory of registers, monitors, laptops, printers, computer parts, and technology-based equipment.
• Provides support to the division by using foodservice application reporting tools.
• Establishes network connections which may include wiring, cable preparation, setting up workstations, local area networks, file servers, hubs, and any other technical network-attached devices.
• Serves as liaison between the technology department, vendors, and the school nutrition department.
• Provides technology-related updates to school nutrition leadership.
• Manages security, troubleshooting, and correction of any system issues.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility

None.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of principles, concepts, and methods of applicable computer technology and its most effective and efficient utilization
• Skilled in troubleshooting various software and hardware issues and providing appropriate and timely solutions
• Skilled in disassembly, parts replacement, and reassembly of laptop and desktop computers, and some mobile devices
• Ability to perform minor network and network cable repairs
• Ability to classify technology parts and equipment by function, purpose, and/or model in an inventory setting
• Ability to install, maintain, and support computers and software
• Ability to manage multiple projects and processes with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to maintain a valid driver's license, have a satisfactory driving record, and have access to a vehicle during work hours to travel to meetings or work sites
• Specific knowledge of state and federal regulated food services programs
• Exceptional customer service and organizational skills
• Proven track record of work involving both custom application support and integration of off-the-shelf and third-party applications
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences, orally and in writing, including electronic media
• Proficiency with computer programs, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
• Excellent time management skills and ability to organize, prioritize, manage and carry out duties efficiently and within established timeframes
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with all stakeholders

Education, Training & Experience

• Associate degree in a computer-related field
• 2 years IT support related work experience

OR

• Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position

Certificates, Licenses & Registrations

• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• 3 years of work experience as an application administrator or support person

Position Type: Not provided

Contact Information

• CMS Staff
• 600 E. Fourth Street
• Fifth Floor
• Charlotte, North Carolina 28202
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]