Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleSchool Food Program Specialist 2, (Open to current NYS employees only), (3 Positions)
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $53339 to $67827 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reassignment: One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as a School Food Programs Specialist 2.
Section 70.1 Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as a Food Service Management Specialist 1.
Eligible List Appointment: Candidates must be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for this title.
Provisional Appointment: If the eligible list has fewer than 3 acceptors, a provisional appointment may be considered. For provisional appointment, candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as a School Food Programs Specialist 1.
NOTE: If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for this title, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter.
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates to fill three School Food Program Specialist 2 positions in the Office of Child Nutrition. This Office is responsible for providing technical assistance and performing field inspections of schools, sponsors and residential child care institutions participating in the School Breakfast, School Lunch and Summer Food Service Programs to ensure compliance with State and federal regulations, including the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010. Duties of these positions include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Under the general supervision of a School Food Programs Specialist 3, independently conduct comprehensive administrative reviews of child nutrition programs;
• Plan, develop, implement and evaluate child nutrition programs to support the mission of State and federal programs;
• Demonstrate a professional knowledge and understanding of State and federal regulations and interpret regulations for schools and school districts;
• Develop, implement and disseminate written guidance, policy and program agreements for child nutrition programs to ensure compliance with rules and regulations;
• Independently schedule and prepare materials for administrative school reviews and field inspections;
• Review and monitor implementation of corrective action plans, generate follow-up correspondence, and conduct unannounced school visits;
• Propose recommendations for withholding funding, imposing special conditions on contractors/sponsors and termination of programs;
• Assist in the design of program and compliance reviews and procedures;
• Ensure uniform program monitoring and compliance review efforts statewide;
• Administer electronic or manual recordkeeping and reporting instruments and generate reports as needed;
• Conduct comprehensive nutritional analyses to ensure menus meet appropriate age and grade nutrition requirements;
• Evaluate and assess compliance with cost principals, audit requirements and Civil Rights requirements;
• Monitor program payments for accuracy and timeliness;
• Recommend necessary follow-up actions associated with claims and correspond with Reimbursement Unit to report irregularities;
• Assist in the administration of grants, data collection and special program initiatives; and
• Supervise and train a team of School Food Program Specialist 1s.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: These will be permanent, contingent permanent or provisional appointments. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Applicants should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of degree will be required for all candidates at the time of interview. This position requires frequent overnight travel.
*Leads to a maximum salary of $67,827 based on annual performance advances.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by March 29, 2017 to p12jobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (P12-1622) of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address p12jobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, Room 528 EB
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by March 29, 2017 to p12jobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (P12-1622) of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application.