What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director, Operations (Immediate Opening) position at San Antonio Independent School District?
Function: Child Nutrition Services
Family: Food Service Management
Department: Food and Child Nutrition Services Pay Grade: E16
Reports to: Director / Executive Director Food and Child
Nutrition Services
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Terms of
Employment:
- 230 days per year
- Non-Chapter 21 employment agreement.
- Salary is in the pay grade E16 on the Exempt
- Entry salary is at $64,639.20 with consideration
for directly related experience.
Funding
Source: This position is locally funded.
Job Scope
Oversees daily operation of one or more functions or a campus. Directs staff in the development and
implementation of function or campus policies, procedures and programs. Adheres to both district policy and
governmental regulations concerning function or campus operations. Manages team or campus structure,
development, training and planning.
Position Summary
The Assistant Director of Child Nutrition oversees and coordinates all aspects of the food service nutrition. The
Assistant Director of Operations is responsible for enhancing the learning environment through effective and
efficient Food and Child Nutrition Services while adhering to both district policy and governmental regulations
concerning Child and Food Nutrition.
Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities
1. Analyze reports to assess school-based food and child nutrition operations to ensure efficient, cost
effective, and quality delivery of services.
2. Ensure the successful implementation and compliance of the School Lunch and Child Nutrition Program in
the District. Interpret, enforce, and apply policies and regulatory requirements controlling the work of the
department.
3. Supervise and manage Child Nutrition Supervisors and Nutrition Coordinator. This includes the planning,
organizing, and supervision of the work of assigned staff.
4. Responsible for all personnel issues and work closely with Human Resources on personal issues.
5. Monitor labor and food costs of all meal sites and programs.
6. Responsible for updating job descriptions for food service personnel when needed.
7. Knowledge of processes and procedures related to school districts or other governmental entities.
8. Meet periodically with departmental and school administrators to ensure satisfaction with services, assess
service needs and coordinate activities
9. Select, make assignments, and train personnel; develop standards of performance for each position
supervised; advise subordinates of performance standards; observe and document performance; prepare
periodic and special evaluations of performance; prepare supporting documentation; and recommend
employee recognition and discipline.
10. Develop work procedures and practices of the department and modify work assignments of staff in
accordance with the needs of the department.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities
expected for this position.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or four years' equivalent experience
- 3 years of professional experience in Food and Child Nutrition planning, operations and/or management,
or a related function, and
o Progressive leadership experience to include:
o Planning, Organizing, Staffing, Directing, and Managing employees or teams.
o Coaching, Mentoring, Developing, and Performance Managing employees or teams
- Valid Texas Driver’s License with a good driving record; must meet and maintain liability coverage
- Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Food and Child Nutrition, Food Service
- 10 years progressive experience in Food and Child Nutrition planning, operations and/or management
- 2 years supervisory experience in a leadership capacity
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA)
- Demonstrated leadership style compatible with the position
- Demonstrated supervisory skills
- Demonstrated organization skills
- Knowledge of funds management
- Management style compatible with the position
- Demonstrated ability to present a positive image for the District, maintain professional demeanor,
- Ability to safeguard sensitive and confidential information from intentional or unintentional disclosure
- Ability to organize and coordinate multiple tasks and to work under time pressure to meet deadlines
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Professional, including Excel, and Nutrikids software
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and written, at all levels including the Board
Working Conditions
- Maintain emotional control under stress
- Work with frequent interruptions
- Work with frequent deadlines
- Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise, low or intense
- Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.),
work outside, work around moving objects or vehicles, work on uneven surfaces, work alone, work
prolonged or irregular hours
Physical Demands/Requirements:
- Frequent: Sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs and/or ramps, balancing, stooping, kneeling,
acuity, driving, traveling
- Occasional: Lifting, moderate, 15-44 pounds; carrying, moderate, 15-44 pounds
Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports
• Manages supervisor district level roles or lower.
San Antonio ISD is committed to non-discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, culture, religion,
national origin, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, appearance,
immigration/citizenship status, home language, socioeconomic status, or disability in its educational programs,
services, and District business functions.
Salary : $64,639
