What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of School Nutrition position at Rockingham County Schools?
Director of School Nutrition
Central Office
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for the administration of the Child Nutrition Program on behalf of the local Board of Education. The Child Nutrition Programs include the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs, After School Snack Program, Seamless Summer Food Service Program and other programs available through
the US Department of Agriculture. Work is directed through the interpretation of federal and state regulations and a variety of nutritional, operational and financial policies and procedures established by the US Department of Agriculture and the NC Department of Public Instruction and State Board of Education. Exercises considerable discretionary judgment and analysis in the identification and resolution of problems. Receives
general direction from LEA’s Superintendent or designated administrator of operational and/or support services. Directly supervises Child Nutrition personnel including, but not limited to, supervisors, child nutrition managers, accountants/bookkeepers, data management personnel, support staff, and other child nutrition personnel.
Candidates are to have demonstrated successful experience in the following areas:
- Personnel Management
- Financial Management and Recordkeeping/Reporting
- Purchasing and Contracting
- Food Production and Service
- Compliance with Regulations
- Equipment/Facility Management
- Marketing and Public Relations
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Thorough knowledge of food systems management, including purchasing, receiving, storage, preparation and service of meals to students
- Thorough knowledge of principles of optimal nutrition as applied to students
- Thorough knowledge of Federal/State regulations, policies of the NC Department of Public Instruction/State Board of Education pertaining to the operation of the Child Nutrition Program and various nutritional operational and financial procedures as prescribed by the US Department of Agriculture
- Considerable knowledge of fiscal control and the budget management practices
- Considerable knowledge of Federal and State regulations governing the procurement of food, supplies, equipment, technology and services in the Child Nutrition Program
- Considerable knowledge of personnel management practices
- Considerable knowledge of principles of adult learning
- Working knowledge of facility/equipment maintenance procedures
- Ability to develop and provide training programs for child nutrition personnel
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships
EXPERIENCE PREFERENCES:
- Degree from a four year college or university in foods and nutrition, dietetics, home economics, business administration or other related field
- Five years experience in food service in a commercial or institutional setting
- Two years experience at the management or administrative level, or an equivalent combination of education and experience Other non-traditional experience will be considered
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Beginning Date of Employment – Open Until Filled
State Salary Schedule, Regular State Benefits
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS: If you are a new applicant, please complete an online application. To access the online application, go to www.rock.k12.nc.us and click on Employment. Follow the instructions and submit your application.
If you are a present employee, a letter of intent and an updated resume are required for consideration. Please submit this information to the Human Resources Department, Rockingham County Schools, 511 Harrington Highway, Eden, NC 27288. If you have submitted a written request for a transfer by the May 1 deadline, your name will be given to the principal/supervisor for consideration. Transfers end on July 1. The transfer cut off date will not affect promotions, demotions or administrative reassignments.
DEADLINE: Open Until Filled
The Rockingham County School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, homelessness or otherwise in its educational programs and activities and in employment.
