Education Consultant 2-NUT

This position is located in Baton Rouge, LA

Office of Nutrition Support

Job 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 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 the following experience are encouraged to apply:

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist OR Background in Procurement and Resource Management
• Background in Child Nutrition Programs

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 bachelor's 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. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties: As an Education Consultant, you will support Sponsoring Organizations to successfully operate their Child Nutrition Programs. In 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 or Promotional. 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: Workdays 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 of $27.07 hourly, $2,165.60 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 and not the maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.

How To Apply:No Civil Service test score is 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. You may attach a resume; however, only the information listed on the online application will be considered to determine qualification. All education, prior experience, including dates related to education and prior experience MUST be listed in the online application. Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Note: 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.

Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy contact: Louisiana Department of Education – Human Resources PO Box 96064 Baton Rouge, LA 70804 [email protected] Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.