STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Education Services Specialist

35 Hour

Recruitment #211214-3230EA-001

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Introduction


Do you want to serve Connecticut citizens in a strategic educational capacity? Does a career promoting school nutrition programs excite you? If so, come make an impact by serving your State. Read below & apply today!

The Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) is the administrative arm of the Connecticut State Board of Education. Through leadership, curriculum, research, planning, evaluation, assessment, data analyses and other assistance, the Department helps to ensure equal opportunity and excellence in education for all Connecticut students. 

The Role: CSDE is currently accepting applications for an Education Services Specialist for the Child Nutrition Programs (CNP) unit within the School Nutrition Programs team. You will be essential to CSDE operating programs that meet regulatory requirements, supporting access to United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) nutrition programs, and maintaining program integrity. You will assist in administering USDA School Nutrition Programs including the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), School Breakfast Programs, Community Eligibility Provisions (CEP), Food Distribution Program, Afterschool Snack Program, and the Seamless Summer Option program.

Schedule & Benefits: This role is full-time, 35 hours/week, Monday-Friday and is located at 450 Columbus Blvd. Hartford, CT. We participate in a competitive benefits package that includes comprehensive healthcare policies including medical and dental coverage, retirement plan options, paid time off and more! We also encourage a healthy work-life balance for all employees and provide professional growth and development opportunities! 

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Selection Plan

All State employees shall follow the guidelines as listed in Executive Orders 13F (3a) and

To Apply:
  • In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
  • Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.
  • SPECIAL EXPERIENCE NOTE: Please note that the SPECIAL REQUIREMENT listed at the end of the job announcement for an appropriate certificate issued by the State Board of Education is NOT required for this position. An RD (Registered Dietitian) may be substituted for the Master's degree as per the Board of Education.  
  • Please select all location(s) in which you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location.
Important Information After You Apply: 
  • This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam. 
  • Note:  At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position.  These documents may include:  a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.  Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.
  • Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
Connect With Us:
  • Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account.
  • Should you have any questions about this recruitment please contact faith.macdonald@ct.gov (860) 937-6362. 

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Departments of Aging and Disability Services, and Education assists in planning and executing a program for the improvement of education in the State, responsible under supervision for carrying out specific assignments of limited difficulty and scope.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Assists in the development and administration of educational programs and services offered by the State; provides professional leadership and guidance to school authorities, professional organizations, students and various community groups and individuals; may personally administer certain phases of educational program within the framework of bureau policy; may assist in directing the routine functioning of the bureau; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of the philosophy and methods of education with particular reference to the field concerned; teaching skill; ability to prepare reports; ability to deal effectively with others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

A Master's degree and three (3) years of professional experience OR in lieu thereof an equivalent combination of experience and training as approved by the Board of Education.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience with government programs.
  • Experience with administration of U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) school nutrition programs.
  • Experience interpreting, analyzing, verifying, and implementing policies and regulations.
  • Experience in program evaluation, audits, and management.
  • Experience presenting topics to a variety of audiences using various training strategies.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must hold an appropriate certificate issued by State Board of Education.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.





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