Education Program Supervisor - Child Nutrition

Augusta , Maine , United States | Education | Full-time

Apply by: June 4, 2024

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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

CHILD NUTRITION

-ANTICIPATED VACANCY-

Opening Date: May 20, 2024

Closing Date: June 4, 2024

Job Class Code: 3033

Grade: 27

Salary: $61,838.40 - $93,080.00/Annually

Position Number: 014002761

Are you a creative thinker with a passion for supporting Maine students? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where you can bring fresh ideas to the table? If so, we want to hear from you! As a Child Nutrition Program Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in the development, enhancement and implementation of child nutrition programming in Maine. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact for all Maine students.

Purpose:

This is a professional, supervisory position for planning, managing, and evaluating statewide Child Nutrition programs. Responsibilities include: performance as a program supervisor; fiscal management of state and Federal funds; oversight of program participant financial management; recommendation and implementation of state and Federal standards, rules, and regulations for Child Nutrition programs; oversight of the Summer Food Service program to include outreach, marketing, and collaboration with program participants.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Federal Food and Nutrition Services programs and regulations.

• Knowledge of USDA meal patterns for the National School Lunch Program and Summer Food Service Program.

• Knowledge of rules, regulations, and guidelines applicable to and enforced by the Department.

• Knowledge of Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and other state and federal regulations regarding personally identifiable information.

• Knowledge of the legislative process.

• Ability to interpret and explain state and Federal statutory provisions and regulations to local school authorities and other program participants.

• Ability effectively communicate in oral and written formats.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• Ability to formulate and administer rules and regulations

• Ability to plan and organize training programs, implement and facilitate workshops, conferences, and informational sessions.

• Ability to supervise subordinate personnel.

• Knowledge of Federal financial reporting procedures for the Child Nutrition Program.

• Ability to develop and present training curriculum to various program participant groups.

• Knowledge of marketing techniques to increase program participation.

• Knowledge of state and Federal procurement requirements.

• Ability to use technologies effectively - word processing, spreadsheets, database management, email, and desktop tools (MS Office) typical of those used by State government.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Arts/Science Degree in Education, Human Resource Development, Psychology, or a related field and five (5) years of experience as an education practitioner.

• A Masters Degree in an education related field may be substituted for two (2) years of educational experience.

• Preference will be given to candidates who have obtained a degree in nutrition, or food service management.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).

• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.41% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).

  State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/compensation-benefits) , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) .

  Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for part-time employment.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Thinking about applying?

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