Nutrition Program Compliance Specialist

State of Maryland • Baltimore City, MD

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Maryland State Department of Education seeks a Nutrition Program Compliance Specialist to conduct Child Nutrition Program reviews and provide specialized technical assistance and consultation. Working as part of an interdisciplinary team, the specialist contributes to assessments, training, and program development intended to improve the nutritional standing of education systems and Child Nutrition Program sponsoring agencies throughout Maryland.

The position is based at the Nancy S. Grasmick Education Building in Baltimore, Maryland. A hybrid schedule is available, with up to three telework days permitted each week. The salary range is $76,608 to $101,087 per year, with progression to $120,814 per year; State Salary Guidelines may apply to current State employees.

Applicants must meet the stated education and experience qualifications or an approved substitution. Candidates must consent to a State Police investigation, including fingerprinting. A valid Maryland motor vehicle operator’s license is required only if assigned duties involving operation of a motor vehicle.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or equivalent 36 credit hours of post-baccalaureate coursework in Nutrition, Dietetics, Consumer Science, Food Service Management, Institutional Administration, Public Health, or a related field.
• Three years of professional experience assessing compliance with federal law and regulations or Child Nutrition Programs.
• Alternatively, a bachelor’s degree and five years of the specified content experience may satisfy the minimum qualifications.
• Alternatively, a doctorate degree and two years of the specified content experience may satisfy the minimum qualifications.
• Consent to a State Police investigation, including fingerprinting.
• If assigned duties requiring operation of a motor vehicle, possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in Maryland.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of federal laws and regulations governing food service and School and Community Nutrition Programs.
• Knowledge of food safety, menu planning, and food production.
• Experience assessing programs, identifying problems, and determining improvements or solutions.
• Experience organizing, developing, and conducting training programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct program evaluation and assessment reviews of institutions, sponsoring organizations, and local education agencies (LEAs).
• Prepare nutritional assessments and recommendations to improve meal nutritional content and enhance student achievement.
• Certify and validate nutrition standards for LEAs participating in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.
• Develop comprehensive Corrective Action Plans for sponsoring organizations and LEAs.
• Lead an interdisciplinary team in assessing needs, providing resources, and building participating agencies’ capacity.
• Develop and present technical assistance to participating institutions and LEAs.
• Implement professional training sessions for Nutrition Program participants.
• Assist with community outreach activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time