The Northwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging is accepting resumes for a Nutrition Operations Assistant

Position Title: Nutrition Operations Assistant
Type of Position: Non-exempt, Hourly, Monday - Friday, 30-40 hr/wk
Immediate Supervisor: Nutrition Director

QUALIFICATIONS

• A positive attitude and genuine concern for the elderly and disabled population
• Typing skills and the ability to multitask
• Strong computer and telephone knowledge
• General office procedure experience
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Must provide proof of valid drivers’ license and be insurable
• Food industry background desired
• Must be able to pass a background check

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver supplies to nutrition sites from central warehouse in the 18 county area
• Maintain warehouse and nutrition supply inventories
• Maintain site and kitchen equipment inventories
• Maintain site equipment and oversee repairs
• Purchasing agent for supplies and equipment for nutrition sites and kitchens
• Assist with nutrition reporting requirements
• Maintain nutrition site statistics
• Maintain supply cost data for nutrition sites and kitchens
• Prepare cost studies for various components of the nutrition program
• Assist in monitoring meals at nutrition sites
• Complete Kansas Department on Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) Assessment tools
• Enter data into the Kansas Assessment Management Information System (KAMIS)
• Answer and direct telephone calls
• Assist customers with information enabling them to make decisions best for them
• Present educational information and wellness activities to older adults at nutrition sites
• Other duties as assigned

ACCOUNTABILITY

• Efficiently and effectively perform data entry into various computer systems and spreadsheets meeting required deadlines
• Participates as an active member of the Area Agency on Aging staff
• Increase knowledge of agency issues, service coordination, and networking to ensure a quality level of program standards

BENEFITS

Workweek is Monday – Friday, no evenings, weekends or major holidays. Hours are flexible and can be either a full time or part time position. Successful applicant will receive holiday, vacation, and sick time. Additionally, the applicant will be eligible for KPERS retirement and life insurance benefits.

EOE

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office

Work Location: In person