Director of Nutrition

Job Description THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY BETWEEN $85,000 - $93,000. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU FILE FOR, TAKE, AND PASS THE EXAM FOR THE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE LISTED BELOW WHEN IT IS NEXT OFFERED TO AVOID BEING “BUMPED” OUT OF YOUR POSITION WHEN THE ELIGIBLE LIST FOR THIS TITLE IS ESTABLISHED. PERMANENT ADMINISTRATIVE NUTRITIONISTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. The Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of children and families through child welfare and juvenile justice services and community supports. ACS manages community-based supports and foster care services and provides subsidized childcare vouchers. ACS child protection staff respond to allegations of child maltreatment. In juvenile justice, ACS oversees detention, placement, and programs for youth in the community. The Division of Administration provides a wide range of support services throughout ACS to ensure all Divisions receive adequate and efficient support services to carry out their respective missions. The Division of Administration (Admin) employs approximately 463 public employees. Admin manages a Personnel Services (PS) Budget of approximately $29M and an Other Than Personnel Services (OTPS) Budget (OTPS) of $140M. It provides services including building maintenance, real estate, design, construction management, facilities and custodial services, occupational safety and health, operational support, security, transportation, and print production. The Food and Nutrition Services Unit manages a food services budget of $5M for FY 2024. It is responsible for the preparation and service of food to children and youth in the care of ACS. The full-serviced kitchens serve three meals and snacks to youth housed at the Crossroads and Horizon Secure Juvenile Detention Centers and the Nicholas Scoppetta Children’s Center (NSCC) congregate facility. The Food and Nutrition Unit also partners with children, youth, and care providers to address behavior issues related to food and develops/designs specialized menus to accommodate food allergies, and medical, religious, and cultural dietary restrictions. The Food and Nutrition Services Unit is also responsible for distributing meal cards to youth at the NSCC congregate facility and maintaining operations of the vending machines throughout the Agency. the Unit oversees the execution of Light Refreshment and Modest Meal Requests for staff and youth-centered events throughout the year and ensures the requests comply with New York City Comptroller’s Directive 6. Under the general supervision of the Assistant Commissioner and Executive Director, the Director of Food and Nutrition will be responsible for incorporating all up-to-date recommendations of the NYC Food Standards, National Research Council, Office of Children and Family Services regulations, Food/Drug Administration (FDA), National Research Council, Office of Children and Family Services regulations, Food Drug Administration (FDA), CDC, and Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH). The primary duties will include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for the management and oversight of Food and Nutrition Services operations for 3 primary ACS facilities: Horizon, Crossroads and Children's Center.
• Provide nutrition technical assistance throughout the Agency.
• Supports ongoing collaboration with the Agency's Nutritionist for culturally diverse and healthy menus that meet the nutrition needs of the children and youth in care. Ensuring that menus adhere to NYC Food Standards and any other regulatory guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation including mandated standards are met in the preparation and provision of food, cleanliness of kitchens and dining rooms; food storage areas; kitchen machinery and equipment to ensure that regulatory requirements are met including, NYC DOHMH requirements, HACCP, OCFS regulations, and New York State Child Nutrition requirements.
• Develop and oversee policies related to food storage, handling and preparation. Conduct regular inspections and audits to guarantee food quality and safety protocols..
• Draft nutrition, meal, food service, and staffing contract specifications and collaborate with Planning and Business Management, ACCO, Finance, and BLU for procurements.
• Oversee food procurement process, forecast budget, and work with DCAS to develop and refine food specifications, review bids, and participate in procurement strategy initiatives.
• Prepare annual Food Metrics Reports and other compliance reports with City Policies.
• Project manage and coordinate procurements and program for Food Pantry Program.
• Provide Food Service and Nutrition expertise to primarily to the Division of Youth and Family Justice and Family Permanency Services.
• Liaise across Agency divisions for program development and needs, construction and renovations.
• Develop educational and training program and materials for children, youth, and staff.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Section 424-A of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-caring responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report. The Administration for Children’s Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing access to all individuals. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Simone Campbell at [email protected] or View phone number on click.appcast.io.

TO APPLY:

• Please go to or for current NYC employees and search for Job ID # 707891.
• NO PHONE CALLS, FAXES OR PERSONAL INQUIRIES PERMITTED.
• NOTE: ONLY CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED.

ADMINISTRATIVE NUTRITIONIST - 10028

Qualifications

1. A general baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and a master's degree in foods and nutrition from an accredited college, and five years of full-time experience in a nutrition education program in the field of public health, two years of which shall have been in a supervisory, administrative, consultative, managerial or executive capacity; or
2. A satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience. However all candidates must possess the educational requirements and the two years of supervisory, administrative, consultative, managerial or executive experience as specified in "1" above.

Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. Agency: ADMIN FOR CHILDREN'S SVCS Job Category: Building Operations & Maintenance Salary Band: $150,000+ Compensation: USD 66066 - USD 181807