SFSP Lead Program Supervisor - Child Nutrition Services

Description

• We support a healthy work/life balance by offering flexible/alternative work schedules and mobile and telework options. (Depending on job duties and work location.)
• We have an Infant at Work Program that is based on long-term values of newborns and infant-parent bonding. Eligible employees who are new parents or legal guardians can bring their infant (six weeks to six months) when returning to work. (Depending on job duties and work location.)
• We value and are actively involved in promoting diversity, equity and inclusion within OSPI by way of cross-divisional, collaborative committee. The focus of the committee includes employee engagement and education; reinforcing OSPI values; and maximizing the value of diversity and identifying strategies for inclusion.

• Goes beyond equality; it requires education leaders to examine the ways current policies and practices result in disparate outcomes for our students of color, students living in poverty, students receiving special education and English Learner services, students who identify as LGBTQ , and highly mobile student populations.
• Requires education leaders to develop an understanding of historical contexts; engage students, families, and community representatives as partners in decision-making; and actively dismantle systemic barriers, replacing them with policies and practices that ensure all students have access to the instruction and support they need to succeed in our schools.

Key Responsibilities

This position supervises a team of six and is responsible for decision making, state-wide policy and federal program administration.

• Administer the Summer Food Service Program to ensure federal and state regulations and requirements are met.
• Ensure SFSP operations align with USDA regulations and state laws by developing procedures, managing grants, overseeing contracts, and making daily operational decisions.
• Coordinate and monitor of outreach efforts of Summer Food Service Program.
• In alignment with Director, lead and support staff by assigning work, providing expert guidance, facilitating team meetings, and ensuring proper training and resources.
• Manage SFSP Health Department contracts and the State Summer Meals for Kids Grant.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and quality assurance of administrative reviews, ensuring consistent processes and identifying training needs.
• Manage the sponsor application and renewal processes, ensuring timely review, eligibility assessment, and compliance with federal requirements.
• With the Director and Administrative team, compile and submit accurate USDA-required reports, support management evaluations, and ensure data integrity
• Act as the SFSP subject matter expert for IT projects, providing input on system enhancements, conducting testing, and documenting changes.
• Collaborate with other CNS programs to align messaging, processes, and actions, contributing to continuous improvement efforts across teams.
• Support fiscal corrective action from administrative reviews of sponsors and appeals filed regarding reviews.

• Work closely with CNS fiscal staff on claims for reimbursement and repayment plans.
• This position will have travel required within the State conducting and overseeing administrative reviews, as well as limited out-of-state attendance at workshops/trainings.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Public Health, Institution Management or Business
• Minimum 5 years work experience leading a team
• Minimum 5 years work experience administering programs and implementing federal and/or state regulations

• The ability to travel primarily within the assigned region and to the OSPI main office in Olympia, with occasional travel elsewhere in the state as needed, including multiple overnight stays.
• Availability for mandatory travel, with 75% occurring during the summer months (June–August), typically requiring travel 2–4 days per work week.
• Willingness to travel during periods of possible inclement weather.

• Expert knowledge of federal regulations, procedures, and policies of the Summer Food Service Program and/or intimate knowledge of other US Department of Agriculture Child Nutrition Programs.
• Proven ability to analyze program operations and implement strategies for enhancing efficiency, compliance, and overall performance.
• Experience building partnerships with community organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders to expand program reach and impact.
• Ability to interpret data to inform program decisions, identify trends, and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Demonstrated capacity to adapt to changing regulations, innovate processes, and support teams through organizational changes.
• Strong commitment to child nutrition programs and the principles of trust, teamwork, collaboration and customer service.
• Demonstrated competency in the areas of leadership and sound management practices.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally, including the ability to conduct both formal and informal presentations to both large and small groups.
• Ability to manage resources effectively, lead with integrity and seeks to support results.
• Experience applying for and/or administering federal grants.

• One of or more of the following credentials – Registered Dietitian, School Nutrition Specialist, Master of Science in Nutrition or Public Health.
• Knowledge of and experience with federal regulations, procedures, and policies of the US Department of Agriculture Child Nutrition Programs

• A letter of interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement;
• A current résumé, and;
• A list of three or more professional references.