DIETITIAN/NUTRITION SPECIALIST
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NOTICE OF VACANCYJune 4, 2024POSITION: DIETITIAN/NUTRITION SPECIALISTLOCATION: Board of Education, Child Nutrition ProgramPOSITION SUMMARY: Under direction of the Supervisor of Child Nutrition, develops and plans menus that provide nutritional and appetizing foods while adhering to federal, state, and local regulations. Provides technical advice and recommendations for Child Nutrition Program operations. Provides technical and supervisory expertise while supporting the goals and objectives of the Program. Work includes providing nutrition services management and operational guidance, assistance, development and implementation of standards and related services.REPORTS TO: Supervisor of Child NutritionEDUCATION, CERTIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in food services management, institutional management, or related field with coursework in dietetics and nutrition required.

Minimum one year of administrative or supervisory experience in food services, institutional or contract food service programs, or restaurant management required, more than one year is preferred.

Registered Dietitian with the American Dietetic Association.

Licensed in Maryland as a Dietitian/Nutritionist.

Current ServSafe Certification or ability to successfully obtain within the first 90 days of hire.

Credentialed as a School Nutrition Specialist (SNS) from the School Nutrition Association preferred.

Possession of a valid Maryland driver's license or equivalent.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS: (These are pre-employment knowledge, abilities, and skills that apply to the Essential Job Functions.) At the time of employment, the candidate must have:

Working knowledge of State of Maryland Health Department, USDA and MSDE regulations concerning child nutrition.

Ability to administer food service programs, including supervision and instruction of employees.

Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint

Ability to use a point of service (POS) system.

Excellent oral, written and human relation skills.

Proven ability to work with a minimum of direct supervision and to carry a project to its completion.

Proven ability to exercise good judgment in making decisions.

Possess a valid driver's license and motor vehicle insurance.

Demonstrated success in accomplishing tasks akin to the responsibilities listed below.

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Calvert County Public Schools may find appropriate and acceptable.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND DUTIES:

Assesses, improves, corrects and monitors food service operations to meet nutritional, sanitation and financial objectives of the program and to comply with federal/state regulations.

Collects nutritional information on products, provides computer generated analysis of all menus and interprets dietary guidelines.

Establishes and maintains online public access to school menus and nutrition information.

Provides nutritional data per request and consults with physicians, school nurses and parents as needed for special dietary issues.

Develops procedures for introduction of new products and systems; conducts cost effectiveness studies.

Recommends the selection of food for appropriate quality, test, texture, price, acceptability and appearance to be used in the food services program.

Performs periodic inspections of each food service facility to review implementation of established policies and procedures, evaluates each site's overall operation for effective and efficient management of the school food services program, and consults with school administrators on food service-related issues.

Assists in the administration of the free and reduced priced meal program, acting as the verification official.

Participates in the hiring, monitoring, evaluating and all other aspects of employee management.

Thinks, concentrates, and interacts with others.

Comes to work promptly every day.

Works flexible hours as necessary.

Works under stress and meets all deadlines.

Travels from school to school as necessary.

OTHER JOB DUTIES: (Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.)

Supports and participates in community outreach.

Responds to inquiries from community, media, staff and student groups.

Formulates and implements a training program to meet the immediate and long-range needs of the program, including planning and conducting related training workshops.

Performs related work as required or assigned by the Supervisor of Child Nutrition.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Exerts moderate physical effort, including lifting and carrying food items and objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.

Work environment includes a wide range of temperatures.

Works with chemical cleaning agents.

UNUSUAL DEMANDS:

Uses personal vehicle for transportation.

Attends occasional evening and overnight meetings.

FLSA STATUS:ExemptTERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Eleven (11) month position and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience applied to the current Calvert County Public Schools' salary schedule per the Meet and Confer Contract.EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the policy on evaluation as established by the Calvert County Public SchoolsEFFECTIVE DATE OF POSITION: Immediate vacanacyAPPLICATION PROCEDURE: This position will remain open until filled. Applicants, please apply through the Applicant Tracking system located on the Calvert County Public Schools' website - www.calvertnet.k12.md.usReferences must be directly related to education experience and must include immediate supervisor.State law requires that anyone hired after October 1, 1986, who will have contact with school children, must be fingerprinted and submit to a criminal background investigation. Federal law requires that a new employee must complete the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) in person before beginning employment. Employment is conditional upon successful completion of a drug screen. Current employees of the Calvert County Public Schools are exempt from these requirements.House Bill 486 - Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct Prevention StatementPursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland - House Bill 486 - Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct Prevention all applicants are required to report all former employers in which you may have had direct contact with minors. The applicant must submit the contact information of the current employer, all former school employers, and all former employers not school related. Applicants should also include contact information for organizations in which you have volunteered, coached, mentor, tutored or otherwise had direct contact with minors.Nondiscrimination StatementCalvert County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry or national origin, familial status, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or genetic information or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

• Director of Student Services
• Director of Human Resources 443-###-####

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at: or call 1-800-###-####.Anti-sexual, Anti-racial and Anti-disability Harassment StatementDiscrimination can manifest itself in behaviors such as bullying, harassment, or intimidation of individuals.Calvert County Public Schools does not tolerate any form of harassment including, but not limited to, sexual, racial, or disability. Any individual (student, employee, or community member) who believes that he or she has been subjected to any form of harassment is encouraged to report the allegation of harassment.Students, parents, and community members may report allegations of harassment to:Ms. Cecelia LewisDirector of Student ServicesCalvert County Public Schools1305 Dares Beach RoadPrince Frederick, MD 20678Employees may report allegations of harassment to:Mr. Zachary SeawellDirector of Human ResourcesCalvert County Public Schools1305 Dares Beach RoadPrince Frederick, MD 20678Calvert County Public Schools is committed to conducting a prompt investigation for any allegation of harassment. If harassment has occurred, the individual will be disciplined promptly. Disciplinary actions for students found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or expulsion. Disciplinary actions for employees found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or termination.Calvert County Public Schools encourages all students, parents, employees, and community members to work together to prevent any form of harassment.For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at: or call 1-800-###-####.