Program Analyst 1 (2 Positions)

State of Oregon

7d • $4,409 - $6,736 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking two Program Analyst 1’s to join our Child Nutrition Programs (CNP) Section at the Oregon Department of Education. These are permanent positions represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU). This position follows a hybrid work model. Onsite presence will be required when business or operational needs are best supported in person, such as collaboration, training, or work that requires access to onsite resources. Employees approved to work remotely must have a reliable and secure internet connection and maintain a professional work environment that supports productivity. While working remotely, employees are expected to maintain the same level of performance, responsiveness, communication, and availability as they would be in the office. About Us: The Oregon Department of Education’s (ODE’s) mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its mission, ODE has the vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well–rounded, and equitable education system. CNP provides state-level administration for the United States Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Services (USDA FNS) Child Nutrition Programs, including National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (SBP), Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP), Special Milk Program, USDA Foods and Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (S-EBT). State funded programs include the Farm to Child Nutrition Program, state expansion grants and state meal subsidies for Federal Child Nutrition Programs. CNP administers more than $400 million in state and federal meal reimbursement and grants each biennium; Child Nutrition Programs are operated by 500 eligible local organizations statewide. The mission of the agency is: The Oregon Department of Education fosters equity and excellence for every learner through collaborations with educators, partners and communities. The agency values are: Integrity, Accountability, Excellence and Equity. What You Will Do! Work with the School Team Manager, School Team, Operation and Policy Analyst, Department of Human Services and partner organizations to assist in providing compliance, oversight, training, and communication to support institutions, programs and individuals in the effective administration of the Oregon School Nutrition Programs, This position provides support, and leads the development of processes, tools, and guidance to Child Nutrition Program staff and sponsors. Additionally, this position will provide information, technical assistance, and support to program sponsors, agency staff, the public, partner organizations and groups, vendors and contractors in the operation of Oregon School Nutrition Programs.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; OR Any combination of experience or education equivalent to three years technical-level experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification.
• Minimum qualifications must be met to qualify for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to interpret, translate, and apply federal and state regulations, policies, and compliance requirements.
• Skilled in analyzing program data, identifying trends, and diagnosing issues related to program operations and compliance.
• Experience developing tools, workflows, and guidance documents to support program implementation.
• Ability to lead the development of new processes, tools, and systems to improve program administration.
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• High level of accuracy in reviewing documentation and ensuring program adherence to federal and state guidelines

Responsibilities

• Develop technical assistance, guidance, and information material for administrators, sponsors, food service personnel, private for-profit and non-profit enterprise, educators, parents, special interest groups, professional organizations, consultants, public agencies and other government personnel on School Nutrition, S-EBT and CEP policies, procedures, and federal regulations.
• Serve as a point of contact for School Nutrition, S-EBT, CEP, Direct Certification, and Medicaid programs in Oregon
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance and increase child nutrition programs including S-EBT, and CEP access and equity by:
• Participating in advisory groups
• Working with other organizations and partners, such as DHS, OHA, Partner for Hunger Free Oregon, and No Kid Hungry.
• Marketing the program by writing articles for the school nutrition newsletter and updating the website with relevant information.
• Develop a communication plan to inform sponsors, administrators, and school governing boards to develop policies that integrate School Nutrition Policies, S-EBT, CEP, Direct Certification, and Medicaid programs so eligible participants receive accurate benefits.

Benefits

• Excellent medical, vision and dental benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with very low monthly out-of-pocket cost
• Paid days off – 11 paid holidays per year, 3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" per year, 8 hours of sick leave accumulated every month, Progressive vacation leave accrual and increases every 5 years.
• In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, Paid Leave Oregon, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses.
• Student Loan Forgiveness Program: if you have federal student loan debt or are thinking of going back to school, then you will want to look into this program. If you make 120 qualifying payments on your student loan while working full time for a qualifying employer, your student loan debt may be forgiven.
• If you currently work at an Oregon school district or education service district, we may be able to transfer in your sick leave balance!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees