State of Minnesota Jobs

Working Title: Nutrition Program Consultant

Job Class: Nutrition Program Consultant

Agency: Education Department

• Job ID : 76833

• Location : Minneapolis

• Telework Eligible : Yes - Telework arrangements may be possible. You will discuss your preferences and requirements of the position and complete a telework agreement. Employees do need to reside in MN or a border state and may need to report to the office on a periodic basis.

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 05/17/2024

• Closing Date : 06/07/2024

• Bid Open : 05/17/2024

• Bid Close : 05/24/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Education Department / MDE-Central Office-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Education-St Paul / School Nutrition Programs

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes - up to 50%

• Salary Range: $29.47 - $43.51 / hourly; $61,533 - $90,848 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

CURRENT permanent-classified MDE employees represented by MAPE who are eligible for interest bidding for the position should consult Article 16, Vacancies, Filling of Positions, Section 3, Job Posting and Interest Bidding, of their negotiated agreement. In order to be considered for the position as an interest bidder your application must be received by the "Closed for Bid" date listed above.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

School Nutrition Program Nutrition Program Consultants at the MN Department of Education provide professional nutrition and food service program coordination, evaluation, consultation, technical assistance, and training to institutions, facilities, or agencies participating in USDA school nutrition and community nutrition programs throughout the state of Minnesota. Duties

include:

• Conduct administrative, follow-up, and new sponsor reviews of schools and organizations participating in federal childnutrition programs;

• Provide technical assistance to help sponsors comply with federal and state laws, regulations, policies, guidance, instructions, and procedures;

• Develop and deliver training and materials for participating sponsors according to federal and state laws, regulations, policies, guidance, and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

4 years of experience working on nutrition projects or programs

OR

A bachelor's or master's degree and 3 years of experience working on nutrition projects or programs

Preferred Qualifications

Experience managing projects and meeting deadlines

Experience presenting to large groups

Experience utilizing spreadsheets

Experience reviewing and analyzing menus or diets

Experience reviewing and writing about research or regulations

Additional Requirements

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)

• Employment Reference Check

• Driver's License Check

• Conflict of Interest Review

The Minnesota Department of Education will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.