What are the responsibilities and job description for the Education Program Specialist position at Ohio Department of Education and Workforce?
The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce, Office of Nutrition is seeking an Education Program Specialist to participate in the implementation and oversight of programs and initiatives of the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Major Responsibilities And Duties
Performs the following educational and/or research duties:
Organization
Education and Workforce
Agency Contact Name and Information
Hollie.Robinson@education.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Mar 29, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
Education Building 1
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
$34.28 - $50.65
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8 am to 5 pm
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
OCSEA
Primary Job Skill
Educational Support
Technical Skills
Computer Literacy, Regulatory Compliance, Communications, Food Services
Professional Skills
Active Learning, Attention to Detail, Customer Focus
Agency Overview
The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is a diverse team of passionate, education-focused professionals responsible for overseeing and enhancing the quality of education for each of Ohio’s 1.7 million students. The Department provides the resources and supports essential to raising student achievement and accelerating learning opportunities, advancing the connectivity between K-12 and postsecondary learning, creating programs to support and expand workforce experiences, and students have the necessary supports to be ready each day to learn.
As the governing body responsible for overseeing and enhancing the quality of education within the State of Ohio, the Department of Education and Workforce is dedicated to promoting educational excellence and ensuring equal access to learning opportunities for all students. The Department is committed to collaborating with schools, districts, educators, students, families, businesses, nonprofits and all stakeholders to achieve our educational goals.
Major Responsibilities And Duties
Performs the following educational and/or research duties:
- Acts on behalf of the Office for Nutrition by independently providing specialized program assistance & guidance to monitor Nutrition Programs with emphasis on the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and affiliated sub-programs throughout assigned areas within the state.
- Interprets state and federal regulations accurately in order to approve or disapprove agreements and applications.
- Monitors and approves program sponsors administrative budgets; - Conducts onsite reviews of sponsors to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Evaluates food products, meal quality, compliance with nutritional requirements, and maintenance of records.
- Makes appropriate recommendations based on findings.
- Assists, reviews, and monitors sponsor claims submissions.
- Provides customer focused technical assistance to maximize program usage in schools, daycare homes, daycare centers, food service operations, non-profit organizations, and other entities.
- Or completion of undergraduate core program in a specific or related content area, educational program or service; 4 years' experience in a specific or related content area, educational program or service; current valid driver’s license or ability to secure transportation when travel is required.
- Or completion of graduate core program in a specific or related content area, educational program or service; 3 years' experience in a specific or related content area, educational program or service; current valid driver’s license or ability to secure transportation when travel is required. B. In identified programs: Master’s degree and 3 years of education experience in a specific or related content area, educational program or service; current valid driver’s license or ability to secure transportation when travel is required. For both options: The official position description and vacancy/job posting will reflect the required education and related experience. Only those applicants possessing the required education and related experience are to be considered for any vacancies posted.
Organization
Education and Workforce
Agency Contact Name and Information
Hollie.Robinson@education.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Mar 29, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
Education Building 1
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
$34.28 - $50.65
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8 am to 5 pm
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
OCSEA
Primary Job Skill
Educational Support
Technical Skills
Computer Literacy, Regulatory Compliance, Communications, Food Services
Professional Skills
Active Learning, Attention to Detail, Customer Focus
Agency Overview
The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is a diverse team of passionate, education-focused professionals responsible for overseeing and enhancing the quality of education for each of Ohio’s 1.7 million students. The Department provides the resources and supports essential to raising student achievement and accelerating learning opportunities, advancing the connectivity between K-12 and postsecondary learning, creating programs to support and expand workforce experiences, and students have the necessary supports to be ready each day to learn.
As the governing body responsible for overseeing and enhancing the quality of education within the State of Ohio, the Department of Education and Workforce is dedicated to promoting educational excellence and ensuring equal access to learning opportunities for all students. The Department is committed to collaborating with schools, districts, educators, students, families, businesses, nonprofits and all stakeholders to achieve our educational goals.
Salary : $34 - $51