Nutrition Training Specialist

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Nutrition Training Specialist

Salary

$66,000.00 - $72,000.00 Annually

Location

Denver Metro, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

02002-SNRCNSLT-FinOps-0524

Department

Department of Education

Division

School Finance and Operations

Opening Date

05/21/2024

Closing Date

7/9/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

Downtown/Denver Metro/Eligible for a hybrid (office/remote) work environment.*

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

Recruitment@cde.state.co.us

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

Incumbent will be required to complete work for CDE within Colorado.

This announcement is posted until filled or preferred candidate(s) are identified; it is in your best interest to apply early.

Colorado Department of Education – What We Do

The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and accountability to the state's 178 school districts, 1,888 schools, over 53,000 teachers, and over 3,200 administrators to help them build capacity to meet the needs of the state's approximately 905,000 public school students. In addition, CDE provides structural and administrative support to the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind and the Charter School Institute.

As the administrative arm of theState Board of Education (https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeboard) , CDE is responsible for implementing state and federal education laws, disbursing state and federal funds, holding schools and districts accountable for performance, licensing all educators, and providing public transparency of performance and financial data.

CDE is a values-based agency that serves students, parents, and the general public by protecting public trust through ensuring adherence to laws, strong stewardship of public funds, and accountability for student performance.

CDE strives to incorporate five core values that we uphold in our work internally and externally. If you come to CDE, be prepared to incorporate Integrity, Equity, Accountability, Trust, and commitment to Service in what you do.

Why Work For CDE

The work we do is rewarding and impacts the students, families, educators, and communities across Colorado. Our leadership also promotes a culture that puts families and self-care as a priority. Along with meaningful work and an environment that puts employees first, the state also offers rich benefits that intend to make us an Employer of Choice!

The following is a summary of the benefits we offer:

• Flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours, working from home, working in the office, and/or a hybrid working environment.

• Premier medical, dental, vision, and dependent life insurance options. All with a generous employer contribution keeping employee costs as low as possible.

• Employer paid short-term disability and life insurance

• Up to 160 hours of Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML)

• 11 paid holidays per year

• Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals

• Retirement through the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)www.copera.org

• Employer paid RTD Eco Pass (certain restrictions may apply)

• Paid professional development opportunities

Description of Job

Join our team as a child nutrition training specialist where you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the quality and effectiveness of child nutrition programs across the state. This position is ideal for a passionate professional dedicated to supporting the growth and development of food service professionals in the field.

Why join us?

• Impactful Work: Make a difference in the health and well-being of children by supporting implementation of nutrition programs in Colorado.

• Collaborative and Flexible Work Environment: Work with a dedicated team of professionals and engage with state advisory councils and various stakeholders. We offer flexible work schedules to support healthy work-life balance.

• Professional Development: Take advantage of opportunities for growth and development in a dynamic and supportive environment.

  If you are passionate about child nutrition and have experience and expertise training diverse audiences to drive program excellence, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.

  Key responsibilities

• Program Oversight & Expertise:

• Provide expert guidance and management for professional standards in child nutrition programs, ensuring new directors are effectively onboarded and supported.

• Leadership in Communication & Outreach:

• Lead the unit’s communication and outreach initiatives, promoting awareness and engagement with our programs.

• Assists with the unit's e-newsletter and coordinates outreach efforts with the CDE communications team.

• Strategic Training Implementation:

• Support the execution of the unit’s strategic training plan, including precepting interns, collaborating with the state’s advisory council for school nutrition and supporting new employee onboarding. Oversees implementation of the unit’s caseload model and provides professional development for the internal team.

• Training & Technical Assistance:

• Deliver comprehensive training and technical assistance to child nutrition program sponsors statewide, driving program improvement, innovation and compliance with federal and state regulations.

• Collaboratively develops effective presentations for conferences, workshops and meetings on various topics related to child nutrition programs and initiatives.

• Program Monitoring & Reviews:

• Conducts accurate administrative reviews of child nutrition programs across the state, including pre-approval visits and vendor reviews to ensure compliance with federal and state rules and regulations.

  Travel is required approximately 25% and varies throughout the year. Most travel is within Colorado for site visits, reviews or training. Occasional travel out of state for conferences.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Qualifications:

Appropriate combination of education and experience OR Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in nutrition, dietetics, public health, education or related field AND

• At least three years of relevant work experience in state and federal child nutrition programs

• Experience in training, teaching or education strongly preferred

• Experience implementing adult learning principles preferred

  Child Nutrition Program Knowledge:

• Understanding of federal and state laws governing child nutrition programs.

• Experience with child nutrition food service operations, including menu planning, meal benefits, meal claiming, food safety, procurement, and financial management.

  Communication & Training Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication abilities.

• Proficiency in presenting complex information to diverse audiences through various methods (prese ntations, workshops, online modules).

• Competence in conducting effective presentations and trainings at workshops, conferences, and other meetings.

• Skill in researching information, organizing it, and delivering technical assistance and training.

• Ability to interpret policies, assess programs, identify problems, and determine improvements.

  Technical Proficiency:

• Profici ency with training software, learning management systems, and other technology platforms.

  Project Management:

• Capability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and meet critical deadlines.

• Effective project planning and implementation utilizing team strengths.

  Interpersonal Skills:

• Ability to collaborate effectively with various individuals, demonstrating professionalism and exceptional customer service.

• Commitment to equity and cross-cultural effectiveness.

• Ability to use sound judgment, communicate effectively, and maintain working relationships in a team environment.

Conditions of Employment (Required):

• Must be willing and able to submit to the pre-screening process and pass a background check.

• Ab ility and willingness to independently determine, obtain means, and complete required travel (25 %)

• Work extended schedule per business needs

• Report to work location per business needs

Supplemental Information

Complete Applications must include :

• Completed Online Application: Required - Submitted through our ATS (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Colorado) .

• Resume: Required

Email Address:

All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked often as time-sensitive correspondence such as exam information or notification will take place via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam-filtered email.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, a medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Colorado Department of Education is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries tohr@cde.state.co.us.

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