Administrative Program Specialist 2 - Child Nutrition Services

State of Washington • Multiple Locations - Eastern Washington, WA

1d • Remote

About The Position

The Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) is hiring an Administrative Program Specialist in its Child Nutrition Services department. The position supports the department’s mission to assist school districts and community nutrition institutions in operating quality nutrition programs that promote healthful living and provide nutritious meals that help children learn. The role plans and conducts compliance reviews for sponsors of USDA Child Nutrition programs, applying expert knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, regulations, and policies. It also provides training and technical assistance to help sponsors comply with requirements and provide nutritious meals and nutrition education.

This is a full-time, remotely based position serving Eastern Washington. Candidates must reside in Washington and in one of the following counties: Kittitas, Grant, Lincoln, Spokane, Pend Oreille, Stevens, Ferry, Okanogan, Douglas, or Chelan. The position requires travel within the assigned region and to OSPI’s main office in Olympia, including possible multiple overnight stays and travel during inclement weather. Staying in motels and working evenings to prepare for exit conferences are common. Use of a motor vehicle is required; transportation may include a personal vehicle, motor pool vehicle, rental car, or other cost-effective mode.

OSPI may fill the role at the Administrative Program Specialist 1 level as part of an in-training plan. Compensation is $71,136 to $95,676 annually, depending on experience, education, qualifications, and potentially geographic differential. Washington State offers health, dental, and life insurance, retirement, and an optional deferred compensation program.

Requirements

• For appointment at the Administrative Program Specialist 2 level: a bachelor's degree with major study in nutrition, education, public administration, business administration, or a related field, and three years of professional experience in school food service or a related field; seven or more years of experience may substitute for the degree.
• For appointment at the Administrative Program Specialist 1 level under an in-training plan: a bachelor's degree with major study in nutrition, education, public administration, business administration, or a related field, and at least one year of professional experience in school food service or a related field; five or more years of experience may substitute for the degree.
• Must reside in Washington; candidates must reside in Kittitas, Grant, Lincoln, Spokane, Pend Oreille, Stevens, Ferry, Okanogan, Douglas, or Chelan County.
• Travel throughout Washington is required, including travel within the assigned region and to Olympia; overnight stays and evening work to prepare for exit conferences are common.
• Must be able to use a motor vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• Experience directing a food service operation or serving as a sponsor of a USDA Child Nutrition Program.
• Registered Dietitian.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook.
• Bilingual and biliterate in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Conduct administrative reviews, administrative expense audits, and reconciliation reports for Child Nutrition Program sponsors.
• Review and approve sponsor program applications and budgets.
• Use financial management processes, procedures, and standards to assess, monitor, and support the financial viability of new and returning program sponsors.
• Provide training to sponsors on program regulations and program management.
• Provide technical assistance to sponsors.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Optional deferred compensation program
• Flexible or alternative work schedules and mobile and telework options, depending on job duties and work location
• Infant at Work Program for eligible employees who are new parents or legal guardians

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level