CHILD NUTRITION SUPERVISOR I

State of California•Sacramento, CA

43d•Hybrid

About The Position

Please note this is an 'Until Filled' position. The application cut-off date is December 10, 2025, 11:59 PM (PST). Interested individuals must submit their application packages by the cut-off date to be considered. Under direction of the Child Nutrition Supervisor (CNS) II of the Field Services Administration (FSA) in the Compliance Section of the Nutrition Services Division (NSD), the CNS I supervises the activities of the Region 4-Northern staff who conduct administrative reviews (AR), provide technical assistance (TA), and train agencies participating in state and federal Child Nutrition Programs (CNP). Specifically, the incumbent performs the following duties: Supervise the activities of eight Child Nutrition Consultant, analytical, and support staff who are in charge of conducting ARs, vendor reviews, management technical reviews, in Northern California counties. Prepare and discuss annual staff evaluations, training, development, and employee performance with staff. Review and evaluate reports prepared by staff as a result of ARs. Supervise and assist with reviewing nutrition programs to determine agency compliance with state and federal regulations including evaluating nutritional standards, record keeping, business and accounting procedures, claiming procedures, and free and reduced-price meal policies. Identify cross-training needs and contribute to training curriculum for staff. Facilitate the hiring process by conducting interviews, evaluating and recommending candidates, and preparing duty statements. Direct staff in the proper interpretation of applicable laws and regulations that support the legal basis for documenting AR findings; meet with staff to facilitate a common understanding of CNP rules and regulations to ensure consistent and defensible implementation of policies; distribute current regulations, data, and reports as required. Attend and actively participate in mandatory meetings; serve on policy committees to assist with the development and interpretation of policy for the NSD; assume responsibility for complex TA as requested; review the activities and correspondence of staff; and consult with school boards, school administrators, health-related professional organizations, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Collaborate with the FSA leadership team to develop and maintain high-quality statewide monitoring processes. The position requires at least 35 percent travel and throughout the state of California as needed. The current hybrid schedule through the end of 2025 requires a minimum of two days per week in the field or reporting to the office in-person. This is subject to change in 2026, and the candidate must be willing to be in the field or in-person in the office four days per week. Personal Leave Program 2025 Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary range(s) shown on this job posting does not reflect the salary reduction. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Requirements

Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of "Statement of Qualifications, Your Name," be no more than 2 pages, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following:
The NSD will not consider applicants who fail to provide an SOQ with their application.
1. Describe your experience managing federally mandated work. Include what the work is and how you ensured the federal mandate was met.
2. Describe your experience with managing subordinate staff and their workload, in addition to managing your own workload, assignments, and projects.
3. Describe why your education, experience, knowledge, and abilities make you the best candidate for this position.
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting.
Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
Degree and/or School Transcripts
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS IS REQUIRED. Please see the Special Requirements section for instructions. Applications without the SOQ will not be considered.

Nice To Haves

Good at communicating with a diverse population.
Review, write, and approve high-quality reports, memos, and sensitive documents.
Organized, flexible, and able to adapt to shifting multiple priorities.
Be a team player.
Support and collaborate with colleagues, staff, and other stakeholders.
Look for innovative ways to improve current systems to maximize program integrity.
A good listener.
Promote and integrate feedback from internal and external customers.
Experience and/or education in accounting, finances, budgets, CNPs, and applying state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

Supervise the activities of eight Child Nutrition Consultant, analytical, and support staff who are in charge of conducting ARs, vendor reviews, management technical reviews, in Northern California counties.
Prepare and discuss annual staff evaluations, training, development, and employee performance with staff.
Review and evaluate reports prepared by staff as a result of ARs.
Supervise and assist with reviewing nutrition programs to determine agency compliance with state and federal regulations including evaluating nutritional standards, record keeping, business and accounting procedures, claiming procedures, and free and reduced-price meal policies.
Identify cross-training needs and contribute to training curriculum for staff.
Facilitate the hiring process by conducting interviews, evaluating and recommending candidates, and preparing duty statements.
Direct staff in the proper interpretation of applicable laws and regulations that support the legal basis for documenting AR findings
Meet with staff to facilitate a common understanding of CNP rules and regulations to ensure consistent and defensible implementation of policies
Distribute current regulations, data, and reports as required.
Attend and actively participate in mandatory meetings
Serve on policy committees to assist with the development and interpretation of policy for the NSD
Assume responsibility for complex TA as requested
Review the activities and correspondence of staff
Consult with school boards, school administrators, health-related professional organizations, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Collaborate with the FSA leadership team to develop and maintain high-quality statewide monitoring processes.

Benefits

Medical benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid holidays: 11 paid State holidays, 1 personal paid holiday, and 2 professional development days
401(k) and 457(b) Plans (Savings Plus)
Employee Assistance Program
Commute Program

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