About this Job
Office of Nutrition Support
Job Focus Area
This position at the Louisiana Department of Education Division of Nutrition Support offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the administration of federally funded Child Nutrition Programs that impact hundreds of thousands of children across Louisiana each day. As an Education Consultant you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effective implementation oversight and evaluation of programs such as the National School Lunch Program Child and Adult Care Food Program and Summer Food Service Program. Join a team dedicated to improving nutrition standards and ensuring state and federal compliance while making a tangible difference in the lives of children and families across the state.
Applicants with a background in Procurement and Resource Management or in Child Nutrition Programs are encouraged to apply.Minimum Qualifications
Six years of experience in education teaching or administrative services; OR
Six years of full-time work experience plus three years of experience in education teaching or administrative services; OR
A bachelors degree plus three years of experience in education teaching or administrative services; OR
An advanced degree plus two years of experience in education teaching or administrative services.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
As an Education Consultant you will support Sponsoring Organizations to successfully operate their Child Nutrition this role you will:
- Oversee program sponsors approve applications and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements
- Lead training sessions workshops and provide in-person technical assistance to program staff and sponsors
- Address audit findings and resolve administrative issues
- Conduct on-site program reviews trainings and follow-ups to ensure compliance
- Develop policies analyze program impacts and recommend changes
- Manage special projects and represent the Department at conferences and trainings
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:Probational Promotional or Job Appointment.The person hired for this position is expected to regularly report to the Baton Rouge office.Current permanent classified state employees may be required to accept a probationary appointment if selected.
Career Progression:This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
Work Schedule:Work hours are Monday - Friday. Work hours will be determined.
Compensation:The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
**Note regarding the advertised pay range:The Education Consultant series has a special entrance rate (SER) of $27.07 hourly $2165.60 biweekly that is above the minimum hire rate for these positions. The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make over their career andnotthe maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:No Civil Service test scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:For further information about this vacancy contact:
Louisiana Department of Education Human Resources
PO Box 94064
Baton Rouge LA 70804
Required Experience:
Contract
About this Job Office of Nutrition SupportJob Focus AreaThis position at the Louisiana Department of Education Division of Nutrition Support offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the administration of federally funded Child Nutrition Programs that impact hundreds of thousands of children a...
About this Job
Office of Nutrition Support
Job Focus Area
This position at the Louisiana Department of Education Division of Nutrition Support offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the administration of federally funded Child Nutrition Programs that impact hundreds of thousands of children across Louisiana each day. As an Education Consultant you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effective implementation oversight and evaluation of programs such as the National School Lunch Program Child and Adult Care Food Program and Summer Food Service Program. Join a team dedicated to improving nutrition standards and ensuring state and federal compliance while making a tangible difference in the lives of children and families across the state.
Applicants with a background in Procurement and Resource Management or in Child Nutrition Programs are encouraged to apply.Minimum Qualifications
Six years of experience in education teaching or administrative services; OR
Six years of full-time work experience plus three years of experience in education teaching or administrative services; OR
A bachelors degree plus three years of experience in education teaching or administrative services; OR
An advanced degree plus two years of experience in education teaching or administrative services.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
As an Education Consultant you will support Sponsoring Organizations to successfully operate their Child Nutrition this role you will:
- Oversee program sponsors approve applications and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements
- Lead training sessions workshops and provide in-person technical assistance to program staff and sponsors
- Address audit findings and resolve administrative issues
- Conduct on-site program reviews trainings and follow-ups to ensure compliance
- Develop policies analyze program impacts and recommend changes
- Manage special projects and represent the Department at conferences and trainings
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:Probational Promotional or Job Appointment.The person hired for this position is expected to regularly report to the Baton Rouge office.Current permanent classified state employees may be required to accept a probationary appointment if selected.
Career Progression:This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
Work Schedule:Work hours are Monday - Friday. Work hours will be determined.
Compensation:The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
**Note regarding the advertised pay range:The Education Consultant series has a special entrance rate (SER) of $27.07 hourly $2165.60 biweekly that is above the minimum hire rate for these positions. The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make over their career andnotthe maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:No Civil Service test scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:For further information about this vacancy contact:
Louisiana Department of Education Human Resources
PO Box 94064
Baton Rouge LA 70804
Required Experience:
Contract
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