Child Nutrition Specialist

Position : Child Nutrition Program (CNP) Specialist

To apply for this position please go to the link below:

https://esc18.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5275075

THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION

Duties and Responsibilities: may change from year to year or during the year, subject to changes in the legislation, regulations, and policies governing the school meal programs, and as prescribed by TDA.

· Provide training and Technical Assistance to Contracting Entities (CEs) of the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA), who administer federal child nutrition programs

· Coordinate, sponsor, and deliver regional training in all areas of program operations for CNP staff. Conduct instructor-led training, both in-person and virtually, using adult-learning principles and adhering to the course curriculum developed by TDA

· Stay up-to-date on federal and state program rules, regulations, and processes for all child nutrition programs administered by TDA

· Collaborate with other ESC regions in scheduling and implementing statewide training to ensure equitable availability of training specialists across the state for all training events.

· Attend required state staff meetings scheduled by TDA

· Attend and participate in special committees and workgroups as directed by TDA

· Maintain program budgets, reporting information, and CE files according to TDA guidelines

· Travel to CEs for in-person visits weekly

· Perform additional duties as assigned by TDA

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· Ability to comprehend both verbal and written complex directives, guidance, and instructions

· Ability to communicate complex information to diverse groups

· Ability to adapt well to changing priorities and direction

· Skill to manage conflict well

· Skill in project management

· Skill in time management

· Knowledge of federal nutrition programs

· Knowledge of current research into effective practices and current trends in Child Nutrition Programs

· Knowledge of menu planning and food quantity production

· Knowledge of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points-Based Food Safety Plan

· Ability to meet the needs of adult learners

· Ability to work one-on-one with Child Nutrition Directors of various experiences

· Ability to objectively evaluate data and provide pertinent feedback

· Ability to use any formal training to enhance job performance and /or personal development

· Ability to demonstrate effective training skills in differentiation strategies

Minimum Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Institutional Management, Food Service, Business, Nutrition, Family and Consumer Science, Public Health, Education, or related field

· Three years of experience in the management of school or institutional (the large-scale planning, preparation, and delivery of meals in organized public and private facilities, such as schools, hospitals, and corporate cafeterias) food service operations

· Up to 50% travel required, including out-of-town and other ESC regions

Preferred Qualifications:

· Prior experience as a Child Nutrition Director

· Three years of training experience with adults

· Certified School Nutrition Specialist

Pay: Up to $79,860.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $79,860