Education Program Specialist

Education Program Specialist

The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce, Office of Nutrition is seeking an Education Program Specialist to participate in the implementation and oversight of programs and initiatives of the Child and Adult Care Food Program. Major Responsibilities and Duties: Performs the following educational and/or research duties: Acts on behalf of the Office for Nutrition by independently providing specialized program assistance & guidance to monitor Nutrition Programs with emphasis on the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and affiliated sub-programs throughout assigned areas within the state: Interprets state and federal regulations accurately in order to approve or disapprove agreements and applications; Monitors and approves program sponsors administrative budgets; Conducts onsite reviews of sponsors to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations; Evaluate food products, meal quality, compliance with nutritional requirements, and maintenance of records; Makes appropriate recommendations based on findings; Assists, reviews, and monitors sponsor claims submissions; Provides customer focused technical assistance to maximize program usage in schools, daycare homes, daycare centers, food service operations, non-profit organizations, and other entities.

Why Work for the State of Ohio At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation ) *Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications A. 6 years experience in a specific or related content area, educational program or service; current valid driver's license or ability to secure transportation when travel is required. -Or completion of undergraduate core program in a specific or related content area, educational program or service; 4 years experience in a specific or related content area, educational program or service; current valid driver's license or ability to secure transportation when travel is required. -Or completion of graduate core program in a specific or related content area, educational program or service; 3 years experience in a specific or related content area, educational program or service; current valid driver's license or ability to secure transportation when travel is required. B. In identified programs: Master's degree and 3 years of education experience in a specific or related content area, educational program or service; current valid driver's license or ability to secure transportation when travel is required. For both options: The official position description and vacancy/job posting will reflect the required education and related experience. Only those applicants possessing the required education and related experience are to be considered for any vacancies posted. Job Skills: Educational support