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Nutrition Program Compliance Specialist (Staff Specialist III Education)

Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)
Baltimore, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 10/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/20/2026
The main purpose of this position is to conduct Child Nutrition Program reviews and provide highly specialized technical assistance and consultation as part of an interdisciplinary team that provides a comprehensive assessment, training and program development schematic to build and enhance the nutritional standing of education systems and Sponsoring Agencies of Child Nutrition Programs throughout Maryland.

Position Duties

  • Lead and conduct program evaluation and assessment reviews of institutions, sponsoring organizations and local education agencies (LEAs).
  • Prepare a nutritional assessment and recommendations to improve the nutritional content of meals to enhance student achievement.
  • Certify and validate the nutrition standards of the LEAs participating in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.
  • Develop comprehensive Corrective Action Plans for sponsoring organizations and LEAs.
  • Lead an interdisciplinary team to assess the needs, provide resources, and build the capacity of the participating agencies.
  • Develop and present technical assistance to participating institutions and LEAs. Implement high quality professional training sessions for Nutrition Program participants.
  • Assist with community outreach activities.

Education: Master’s degree or equivalent 36 credit hours of post baccalaureate course work in Nutrition, Dietetics, Consumer Science, Food Service Management, Institutional Administration, Public Health or a related field.

Experience: Three (3) years of professional experience in assessing compliance with federal law and regulations or Child Nutrition Programs.

Note

  • Candidates may substitute a Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of the specified content experience to satisfy the Minimum Qualifications noted above.
  • Candidates may substitute a Doctorate Degree and 2 years of the specified content experience to satisfy the Minimum Qualifications noted above.
  • The above requirements are set by the Maryland State Department of Education in accordance with Education Article, Section 2-104.

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

  • Knowledge of federal laws and regulations governing food service and School and Community Nutrition Programs
  • Knowledge of food safety, menu planning and food production
  • Experience in assessing programs, identifying problems and determining improvements/solutions
  • Experience in organizing, developing and conducting training programs

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland

Applicants must consent to a State Police Investigation (fingerprinting) as a routine procedure for all employees with this Agency.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.

State Of Maryland Benefits

It is preferred that applicants complete the MD State Government online application for employment. The application must clearly demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for the position. If you are unable to apply online, paper applications can be obtained from the link below and mailed to MSDE Human Resources Branch, 200 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. If there is a supplemental questionnaire, this must be completed and sent in with your paper application, if you are unable to apply online.

All application materials must be received in our office by the closing date. Postmarks will not be accepted. Applications must be complete to be considered including all related job duties, even if those are also listed on an attached resume. Additional required materials may be uploaded with the online application or mailed to the Human Resources Branch address listed above.

Inquiries can be made to 410-767-0012, TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay. Appropriate accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.

If you have difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850. TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay.

Proof of eligibility to work is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position may result in non-selection or termination of employment.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

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