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State of OklahomaCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Child Nutrition Programs, including compliance with state and federal regulations, effective training delivery, and operational oversight. Capable of managing regional territories while providing technical assistance and support to diverse stakeholders.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Child Nutrition ProgramsRegulatory ComplianceTraining DevelopmentFood Service OperationsInstructional Skills
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Provide technical assistance, training, and regulatory guidance to school and non-school administrators and food service personnel
- Support effective administration, compliance, integrity, and continuous improvement of Child Nutrition Programs within an assigned territory
- Plan, organize, and deliver in-person and virtual training opportunities
- Develop, maintain, and implement relevant training curricula
- Encourage use of online and self-paced training resources
- Provide peer support with technical assistance, administrative reviews, and problem resolution
- Assist with onboarding and training new field staff
- Temporarily assume regulatory responsibilities for vacant regional territories
- Conduct comprehensive reviews of Child Nutrition Program operations at participating institutions
- Evaluate compliance with contracts and state and federal laws, rules, and regulations
- Review work standards, procurement practices, purchasing practices, and use of USDA donated foods
- Evaluate menus for required nutritional standards
- Inspect food service facilities and observe food preparation, meal service, and operational practices
- Prepare reports documenting review findings, observations, and corrective actions
- Communicate requirements, updates, and guidance to diverse stakeholders
- Identify operational concerns and guide corrective action and continuous improvement
- Investigate Child Nutrition Program complaints and document findings and recommendations
- Support corrective action plans and follow-up activities
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in education, nutrition, or a related field
- Three (3) years of experience in the administration or coordination of food and nutrition programs
- Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute one year of relevant experience for each year of required education
- Currently authorized to work in the United States full-time without sponsorship
- Successful completion of a pre-employment background check
- Valid driver’s license from a U.S. state or territory
- Ability to travel regularly within the assigned region; 80% regional travel required
- Knowledge of Child Nutrition Programs and applicable state and federal regulations, including USDA requirements
- Understanding of food service operations, menu planning, nutrition standards, and procurement practices
- Ability to interpret regulations and apply them in operational settings
- Strong instructional and facilitation skills
- Ability to work independently, manage a regional territory, and prioritize multiple responsibilities
- Professional judgment, discretion, and ability to handle sensitive situations tactfully and fairly
Benefits
Comp & perks- Up to $21,934.08 annually benefits allowance for purchasing benefits
- Comprehensive insurance plans
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and/or dependent care
- Employer-covered Teacher’s Retirement System contributions (7.5% of annual salary)
- 15 days of vacation leave in the first year
- 15 days of sick leave in the first year
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Employee discounts
- Longevity bonus after two years of service, continuing annually thereafter
- Compensatory time for FLSA exempt and nonexempt employees
- Employee Assistance Program
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Hard Skills
Program AdministrationMenu PlanningNutritional Standards EvaluationProcurement PracticesOperational ReviewsTechnical AssistanceProblem ResolutionReport PreparationRegulatory InterpretationContinuous Improvement
Soft Skills
Professional JudgmentDiscretionTactful CommunicationIndependent WorkTime Management
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Nutrition, or Related FieldValid Driver’s License
Industry Keywords
USDA RequirementsFood and Nutrition ProgramsState and Federal RegulationsTraining CurriculaStakeholder Communication