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NUTRITION EDUCATION CONSULTANT

Department of Education
Sacramento, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/10/2026

Please note this is an 'Until Filled' position. The application cut-off date is May 19, 2026, 11:59 PM (PST). Interested individuals must submit their application packages by the cut-off date to be considered.

It's an exciting time to join the Nutrition Services Division! If you're passionate about child nutrition and wellness, join our team as we continue to make history by supporting schools statewide to implement California's Universal Meal Program. We are looking for a dynamic, energetic, flexible, and committed nutrition education professional to join the Education and Nutrition Policy Unit-School Nutrition Programs (ENPU-SNP).

As a member of the ENPU-SNP, and under the direction of the Nutrition Education Administrator, this position supports the establishment of nutrition and food service education as an integrated component of a comprehensive school system. This position serves as the subject matter expert for competitive foods, professional standards, and the local school wellness policy. This position also provides leadership for communication of state and federal policy in these areas via trainings, resources, web content, and management bulletins and coordinates the development and delivery of the Introduction to School Nutrition Program training program. The position leads cross-division projects resulting from newly instituted legislation, develops and conducts statewide trainings on K-12 nutrition standards, and oversees funding opportunities including apportionments and local assistance grants and contracts.

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for eligible applicants residing in the Sacramento area. A hybrid telework schedule includes working remotely and physically reporting to the office a minimum of two days per week and more as determined by business needs. This position requires up to 10 percent travel.

Personal Leave Program 2025

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary range(s) shown on this job posting does not reflect the salary reduction.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

TELEWORK OPTION

HYBRID

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for eligible applicants residing in California. A hybrid telework schedule includes working remotely and physically reporting to the office.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
  • NUTRITION EDUCATION CONSULTANT
  • Job Application Package Checklist
  • Duty Statement
Job Code #:
JC-472512
Position #(s):
174-190-2261-024
Working Title:
Nutrition Education Consultant
Classification:
NUTRITION EDUCATION CONSULTANT
$8,237.00 - $10,310.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Nutrition Services Division

The California Department of Education (CDE) oversees the state's diverse and dynamic public school system, which is responsible for the education of more than six million children and young adults in more than 10,000 schools with 295,000 teachers. The CDE and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction are responsible for enforcing education law and regulations; and for continuing to reform and improve public elementary school programs, secondary school programs, adult education, some preschool programs, and child care programs. The CDE's mission is to provide a world-class education for all students, from early childhood to adulthood. The CDE serves our state by innovating and collaborating with educators, schools, parents, and community partners, preparing students to live, work, and thrive in a highly connected world.

http://www.cde.ca.gov/

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly communicate state and federal policy. Independence, flexibility, and strong project management skills, including the ability to move projects through multiple work phases in collaboration with others in order to meet deadlines and develop quality deliverables. Being inquisitive and curious; willing to learn from others, and engage in self-directed learning; flexible; organized; resilient; proactive; and passionate about child nutrition. Must possess a valid credential as described in job class specification.

Salary : $98,844 - $123,720

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