STAFF SPECIALIST III EDUCATION
Nutrition Program Compliance Specialist
Recruitment #21-005298-0021
Department | INACTIVE-MSDE Off of School & Community Nutrition |
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Date Opened | 10/14/2021 11:00:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 10/29/2021 11:59:00 PM |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Daniel Otakie |
Work Location |
Baltimore City
|
Introduction
The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college and career success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from our divisions, we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs of a diverse population – students, teachers, principals, and other educators throughout Maryland.
GRADE
State
Salary Grade 18
Annual
Salary Range: $54,279 - $70,600 (with progression
to $87,106)
LOCATION OF POSITION
Nancy S. Grasmick Education
Building
200 West Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Main Purpose of Job
This
is a contractual position responsible for conducting Child Nutrition Program
reviews and providing 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
Assesses compliance with federal
and State regulations by reviewing programs of institutions, sponsoring
agencies and facilities that participate in Maryland Child Nutrition Programs
in schools, day care centers, institutions, and other similar sites; conducts
nutrient analyses of menus; completes written reports and presentations that
identify problems or indicate compliance or non-compliance; provides technical
assistance to sponsor and site personnel for improving food service quality and
program operations by identifying training needs and conducting training
sessions; conducts administrative and professional development training sessions.
The general area of coverage includes the entire State of Maryland.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION: A Master’s Degree or equivalent 36 credit hours of post-baccalaureate course work in Health Science, Food Service Administration, Consumer Science, Dietetics, Nutrition, Public Health, Public/Business Administration or a related area.
EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of professional
experience in nutrition program administration, coordination or management, or
a related area. Experience in Child Nutrition Programs or teaching consumer
sciences. Registered Dietitian is desirable.
NOTE: Two
years of additional experience as defined above may be substituted for the
Master’s degree.
SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS
One year experience
with monitoring compliance with Child Nutrition Programs, including the
National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program and Child and Adult
Care Food Program.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of federal laws and regulations
governing food service and School and Community Nutrition Programs; knowledge
of United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulations; knowledge of
food safety, menu planning, food production; skill in organizing, developing,
and conducting training programs; skill in developing and interpreting policies
and procedures, assessing programs, identifying problems, and determining
improvements/solutions; ability to organize and manage multiple tasks; ability
to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; ability to work as a
team member; ability to demonstrate nutrient analysis and other software
application skills.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
Proof of
eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act
and travel throughout the state are required.
Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this
position may result in non-selection or termination of employment.
Conclusion
For immediate consideration please submit your
application by October 29, 2021
SELECTION PROCESS
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 of the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education
as determined by a foreign credential evaluation will be required prior to
hire. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used
for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
The
assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience
related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you
provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please
report all experience and education that is related to this position.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
To apply for
this position online go to MSDE Jobs on JobAps (or complete an MSDE Application on marylandpublicschools.org). On-line applications (and resumes) are
the preferred method for receiving your application/attachments. Using
this method will allow applicants to access their documents for future
recruitments for which they apply and verify that the appropriate documents
(resume-credentials) have been attached to the recruitment that requires
them. Applicants must include their resume and provide sufficient
information on the application to document that they satisfy the minimum
qualifications for this recruitment. Please do not put "See Resume"
in the job duties section of your application; your application will not be considered.
If you
utilize fax or regular mail as the option to submit required attachments, you
will need to resubmit these documents each time you apply for a new position
that requires the attachments. Additionally, you must include the following
information on each page of the attachment you submit in order to ensure that
we append the attachments to the correct recruitment: First and Last Name,
Recruitment Number, and the last 4 digits of your SS# and indicate application
for Staff Specialist III - Nutrition
Program Compliance Specialist - #227020- (JobAps # 21-005298-0021). Mailing
Address: Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Human Resources, 200
West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201. Fax: 410-333-8950 – This fax
number is for Department of Education recruitment actions only.
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. For inquiries
or an MSDE Application, contact 410-767-0019 or TTY/TDD 410-333-3045 or visit
our website at http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/.
Appropriate
accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.