What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Nutrition Specialist, Child Nutrition Program position at Oregon Department of Education?
Initial Posting Date:
09/02/2022
Application Deadline:
09/25/2022
Agency:
Oregon Department of Education
Salary Range:
$4,913 - $7,534
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Child Nutrition Specialist, Child Nutrition Program
Job Description:
We are seeking a Child Nutrition Specialist for our Child Nutrition Program in the Office of Child Nutrition, Transportation, and Fingerprinting. This is a permanent, full time position, represented by the
Service Employee International Union
(SEIU).
This position is ideal for those seeking more work/life balance with the ability to work a hybrid of both office and remote work environments. The ability to report to Salem is required when business or operational needs are dependent on onsite activities. Please visit the state’s
NOTE: This position requires travel throughout Oregon for Administrative Reviews, Pre-Approval Visits, and In-Person Trainings up to 50% of the time. Some overnight travel may be required depending on location of sponsors.
Work Reimagined
website for more information.NOTE: This position requires travel throughout Oregon for Administrative Reviews, Pre-Approval Visits, and In-Person Trainings up to 50% of the time. Some overnight travel may be required depending on location of sponsors.
About us:
The
The team with the Child Nutrition Program brings an abundance of open communication, positivity, and warmth to a highly collaborative and goal-oriented work environment. All opportunities, challenges, and ideas are met with respect and an open mind. This unit prides itself on supporting one another and maintaining a seamless flow of communication. All programs are served passionately and efficiently, placing partner experience and working collaboratively with the community as a top priority.
Oregon Department of Education’s
(ODE’s) mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its mission
, ODE has the vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well–rounded, and equitable education system.The team with the Child Nutrition Program brings an abundance of open communication, positivity, and warmth to a highly collaborative and goal-oriented work environment. All opportunities, challenges, and ideas are met with respect and an open mind. This unit prides itself on supporting one another and maintaining a seamless flow of communication. All programs are served passionately and efficiently, placing partner experience and working collaboratively with the community as a top priority.
What you will do!
As a Program Analyst you will work closely with diverse internal and external stakeholders to support Oregon Child Nutrition Programs.
The primary purpose of this position is to:
- Prepare review related correspondence and monitor applicant and current programs for compliance with federal regulations and guidelines, state statutes and rules, and agency policies and procedures.
- Conduct on-site pre-approval visits of sponsoring organizations to ensure compliance with program policies and procedures and governing statutes.
- Assist management to develop grant applications, establish goals and priorities, and develop an annual plan of work for Child Nutrition Programs based on needs assessments and federal requirements.
- Interpret program-related federal regulations and guidelines, state statutes, rules and agency policies, and procedures.
- Review and effectively approve or deny new and renewing sponsor applications, budgets, management plans, reimbursement claims based on federal regulations and guidelines, state statutes, rules and agency policies, and procedures.
- Work cooperatively with legal experts to interpret and apply statutory requirements for policies, materials, forms, requests for proposal, agreements, and contracts.
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Why us?
At ODE, we hire a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all our employees can thrive.
Our office prides itself on creating an inclusive, collaborative, and innovative atmosphere. Autonomy is supported while also being offered opportunities to work in dedicated teams or partnerships across the agency. Our office supports a healthy work/life balance and shows genuine care for team members, students, partners, and school leaders. Our team members share and educate with passion for equitable practices and sustainable development for leaders across Oregon. We maintain a constant learning and growing mentality to strive for optimum innovation and consistently applied equity practices.
When you join us, you are joining a creative environment with colleagues who are passionate about public service and impact the lives of children and families statewide.
Excellent
medical, vision and dental
benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with very low monthly out-of-pocket cost. In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses.
Paid days off:
- 11 paid holidays per year
- 3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year
- 8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month
- Progressive vacation leave accrual, starting at 8 hours per month, with increases every 5 years
What are we looking for?
A Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration or Nutrition, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills required for the position under recruitment AND two years of operational or management experience in food service;
OR
Any combination of experience or education equivalent to five years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification.
Desired Attributes
Candidates who are the most competitive will possess a compelling combination of the following background, skills, and experience:
- Familiarity with interpreting, consulting, and applying compliance, regulations, rules, and policies.
- Strong decision making skills and ability to use independent judgment.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills with proven ability to speak publicly, facilitate, collaborate and train diverse groups.
- Strong comprehensive written skills.
- Experience with providing technical assistance around programs, projects, applications, and grants.
- Intermediate skills in MS Office, primarily in Word, Microsoft Teams, PowerPoint (including slide animations, slide formatting, and importing images) and Excel skills including applying formulas, linking cells, and creating graphs and project management software like SmartSheet.
- Basic knowledge of contract management, business administration, legal terminology, and contract language.
- Familiarity with child nutrition programs or food service management.
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed.
To apply, please submit the following materials to be considered for this recruitment:
- Resume
- Cover Letter stating why you are interested in this position and addressing your qualifications relating to any of the desired attributes mentioned for this position (limit to no more than 2 pages)
External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” button and submit your resume and cover letter. , Please make sure to attach all required documents in the section titled Resume/CV. View this
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Internal Applicants: (this includes Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View this
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Failure to attach a cover letter and resume may result in the disqualification of your application. Please contact ode.jobs@state.or.us if you have any questions on the application process.
Additional Information:
- Employees who are Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS; the salary range noted above reflects base salary only.
- Please monitor your Workday account, as communication will be sent to your Workday account. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.
- This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
- This position is subject to a criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
- Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website:Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.
- The Oregon Department of Education does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. The Oregon Department of Education is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate you must present your I-9acceptable documents(See page 3) for employment verification.
Helpful links and contact information:
- Learn more aboutODE
- Understanding the State Application Process
- Help & Supportwebpage
- Learn more aboutOregon
- For additional information, you may contact us by e-mail at ode.jobs@state.or.us.
The Department of Education is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce. The Department strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.
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