Nutrition Services Specialist (Program Specialist II)

State of Nebraska • Lincoln, NE

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Education is hiring a Nutrition Services Specialist to collaborate with public and non-public schools participating in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), and Child & Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). The role supports local program operators and helps school districts, educational service units, and local organizations establish and expand nutrition programs. The position is assigned to the agency office at 84th & O Street in Lincoln, Nebraska, and is paid at $30.979 per hour based on available budget funds.

Approximately 50% of work time is spent in an office environment, with the remaining time spent traveling or working at alternative sites such as schools, educational service units, and local organizations. The role requires approximately five days of overnight travel per year.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years of experience related to the essential functions of the position; equivalent education and/or work experience may be substituted.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• At least one year of related experience.
• Registered dietitian.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inquiries and provide consultative services and technical assistance to local program operators.
• Conduct program monitoring and determine program approval, regulatory compliance, and program quality for NSLP, SFSP, and CACFP food service operations.
• Analyze monitoring results, write review reports, and monitor corrective action plans.
• Guide school districts, educational service units (ESUs), and local organizations in establishing and expanding nutrition programs.
• Assist with developing and delivering training and workshops.
• Prepare and update USDA regulation and policy guidance documents.
• Interpret program policy and provide technical assistance related to program regulations.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement.
• Employer-paid health insurance, dental and vision coverage, long- and short-term disability, flexible spending and health savings accounts, and an employee discount program.
• Vacation and sick leave earnings starting at 12 days each year, plus other leave types.
• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%, with a guaranteed 5% return.
• Thirteen paid holidays per year.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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