Specialist - Food and Nutrition

• Support of food and nutrition program operations and accountability. Position may include duties in the areas of finance, human resources, information technology, sanitation and elective programs.
• Evaluates all aspects of program operations to promote student access and improve food quality, accountability and student satisfaction. Maintains compliance with MSDE and USDA regulations.
• Develops operational procedures and training materials for food and nutrition and school-based staff.
• Provides updated training and procedures to relevant staff for food and nutritional compliance.
  Monitors and evaluates food program performance and provides recommendations for improved operations.
• Acts as a liaison between school-based, food and nutrition staff and external partners.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follow federal laws, state laws, school board's policies and the professional standards.

• Bachelor's Degree and Master's degree in Nutrition, Public Health or Hospitality/Institutional Food Service preferred. Degree must be from an accredited college or institution.
• Other equivalent combinations of applicable education, training and experience, such as Servsafe Instructor Certification or 4 years' experience in a supervisory position in Food Services, may be considered.
• Two years' experience in food service, nutrition or public health setting required. Certification as Servsafe Food Protection Manager required.
• Maryland or equivalent out-of-state driver's license.
• Skilled in providing individual technical assistance, problem solving, and evaluation.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise and accurate reports.
• Ability to read, interprets, apply, relay and implement policy, rules, and federal regulations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of computers including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org

Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners Policies JBA (Nondiscrimination - Students), JBB (Sex-Based Discrimination - Students), JICK (Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation of Students), ACA (Nondiscrimination - Employees and Third Parties), ACB (Sexual Harassment - Employees and Third Parties), ACD (ADA Reasonable Accommodations), and ADA (Equity), and the accompanying City Schools Administrative Regulations. City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups. Link to Full Nondiscrimination Notice.

This position is affiliated with the Paraprofessionals and School Related Personnel (PSRP) bargaining unit.

This position is affiliated with the City Retirement Plan.