Senior Center Nutrition Specialist

Salary: $20.86 Hourly
Location : 100 W HOUSTON ST, SAN ANTONIO, 78205, TX
Job Type: 4A Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-00966
Department: Department of Human Services
Opening Date: 05/21/2026
Closing Date: 7/1/2026 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded: No
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt


Job Summary


Under general direction, is responsible for coordinating, overseeing, and implementing support services at assigned Senior Center, including nutrition education, social activities, recreational activities, meal services, and member assessments. Oversees Senior Center operations and staff in the absence of the Senior Center Manager as needed. Exercises functional supervision over assigned staff.

Learn more about the position here:
Work Location
Position will be assigned to one of the City's twelve (12) Comprehensive Center locations.

Work Hours
7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday; occasional nights and weekends will be required based on departmental needs.

Essential Job Functions

• Directs and oversees the delivery and serving of hot meals to site participants based on center allotments.
• Directs and oversees Senior Center support activities such as nutrition education, outreach services, and wellness programs.
• Directs and oversees social and recreation activities for center members.
• Trains and provides technical assistance to Senior Center volunteers and administrative staff.
• Unloads and sorts food commodities from pallets. Assembles food boxes and packages for distribution to Senior Center members, which requires lifting and carrying materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Develops and conducts trainings and presentations on nutrition utilizing evidence based research, practices, and resources.
• Performs daily safety inspections of Senior Center facilities.
• Escalates findings to Senior Center Manager as needed.
• Completes various nutrition, lifestyle, and risk assessments. Provides recommendations for additional services as needed.
• Directs and supervises all Senior Center personnel in the absence of the Senior Center Manager.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports.
• May be assigned special projects as needed.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in Nutrition or a related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in providing educational services in nutritional health.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
• Must obtain First Aid and CPR certification within six (6) months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish (speak, read, and write).

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of social, recreational, and nutritional needs of the older adult community.
• Knowledge of standard program evaluation methods and report writing.
• Skill in conducting clear and effective presentations.
• Skill in utilizing computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
• Ability to utilize data management systems.
• Ability to conduct evidence-based research.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive reports on program activities.
• Ability to develop and conduct training and presentations on food nutrition.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
• Ability to interpret and apply program policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to supervise, train, and assist in evaluating employees.
• Ability to perform all the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodations.
• Ability to work in an office environment.

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is View phone number on click.appcast.io and our fax number is View phone number on click.appcast.io.
01


Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02


Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03


Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SAR2W) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

04


What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

05


Do you have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Nutrition or related field?

• Yes
• No

06


If you answered related field above, please list. Answer N/A if not applicable.
07


Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

08


How many years of experience do you have providing educational services in nutritional health?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

09


Do you possess a current CPR and First Aid Certification?

• Yes
• No

10


I understand for this position if I do not possess a current CPR and First Aid Certification, I must obtain within 6 months of hire. I have the ability to fulfill this requirement.

• Agree
• Disagree

11


How many years of experience do you have working with the older adult population?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years +

12


Please rate your ability to speak, read, and write Spanish:Speak: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Fluent, NoneRead: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Fluent, NoneWrite: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Fluent, None
13


Please describe the capacity and detail your experience working with the older adult population. If you do not have experience, describe your knowledge about the older adult population.
14


Please cite the number of years and describe your experience developing, creating, training, and presenting nutrition education in a community setting and to the older adult community (please provide examples for both). Include the methods/curriculum you utilized to provide the nutrition education. If you do not have experience, answer N/A.
15


Describe your experience conducting community outreach initiatives and nutrition and health assessment with older adults. What was your role? If you do not have experience, answer N/A.
16


What are the greatest challenges the older adult population faces today? What contributions would you offer to address these challenges if selected for this position?
17


I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

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