Child and Adult Care Food Program Administrator (Principal Consultant #1140)

Reporting to the Supervisor, performs work ranging from moderate to considerable complexity, applying practices and technical expertise in the areas of child nutrition program, fiscal management, and technical assistance for the administration of the Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participates in the approval and administration of the Child and Adult Care Food Program, including approving child care center sponsoring organizations and their sites for participation in the Child and Adult Care Food Program, reviewing participant management plans, and reviewing program participant information and financial documentation to ensure that the sponsoring organization is capable, viable, and able to participate in the Child and Adult Care Food program.
• Coordinates the administration and program management for the Child and Adult Care Food program, including serving as a primary contact for program related questions from program participants, legislators, USDA, and program advocates.
• Oversees the implementation of federal and state regulations, policies, and guidelines.
• Develops procedures and technology systems for efficient program administration.
• Coordinates and monitors schedules and timelines related to the completion of federal and state reports and activities.
• Collects and analyzes data to determine program reach and outreach.
• Oversees compliance with federal program requirements.
• Provides program technical assistance to local education agencies, program administrators, advocacy groups, legislators, and Agency staff.
• Serves as a primary contact for programmatic, fiscal, and nutrition related questions.
• Researches, develops, and disseminates training and technical assistance materials, and develops and delivers presentations in a variety of training venues such as workshops and webinars.
• Interprets federal and state regulations, policy memos, and guidance for program administration and local administrators.
• Assists in the development of policies and procedures for program administrators, and coordinates program policies and procedures with related federal and state programs.
• Develops and disseminates program instructions.
• Responds to sponsor questions and requests for technical assistance.
• Reviews proposed federal regulations and prepares agency comments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Nutrition, Food Service Management, Education, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or Social Services, or, a Bachelors degree in one of the listed areas plus two years of relevant professional experience. (COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION)
• Two years of experience (in addition to education requirements) in CACFP program administration, nutrition program administration, wellness program management, governmental grant programs, business administration, finance or social service program administrations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of and demonstrated ability in nutrition, wellness program management, business administration, finance or social services.
• Knowledge of resource allocation and project coordination.
• Knowledge of information systems and database applications.
• Demonstrated ability to apply problem solving techniques to complex issues.
• Demonstrated ability in conducting multi-task assignments and meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability using a computer.
• Demonstrated ability using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Must have a valid Illinois Drivers License and the ability to travel.

ISBE provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We actively foster a culture of inclusion and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

Illinois has an urgent and collective responsibility to achieve educational equity by ensuring that all policies, programs, and practices affirm the strengths that each and every child brings within their diverse backgrounds and life experiences, and by delivering the comprehensive supports, programs, and educational opportunities they need to succeed.