Training Specialist

Nutrition Services Training SpecialistClassification: Non-Exempt Date Posted: June 17, 2026 Salary: $25.47 per hour/Range 27 Additional salary credit may be given for internal transfers and recent Greeley-Evans School District 6 rehires, up to $40.82 per hour. Contract Length/Days: (2026-2027/ 260 Days) Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit-eligible employees. The employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date). To learn more about our benefits, please see our Benefits Overview. Paid Leave: Depending on your position, the District offers a variety of leave options, including sick leave, discretionary leave, vacation and paid holidays. More information about leave options available to Classified employees can be found in the Board of Education Policy Manual. Reports to: Assistant Director of Nutrition Services Deadline for application: Until filledEducation/ExperienceRequired: Bachelor's Degree in a related field or any other combination of related education, experience and training. Current Colorado Driver's License. ServSafe Certification, within 6 months of hire. SNA Certification or Credentialing within 1 year of hire. Meet current district vehicle insurance qualifications for driving coverage.Job DescriptionSummary/Objective Functions as a working specialist providing employee support to ensure that Nutrition Services employees have the tools and resources necessary to be successful in their job roles. Performs operational activities including- employee onboarding and training; meal prep supervision and evaluation; implementation of USDA regulations; food waste prevention and reclamation efforts; and food and employee safety practices.Essential Functions: Develop, coordinate, and deliver training and mentoring programs for Nutrition Services staff, with emphasis on onboarding and supporting new employees. Set individual employee goals and support continuous skill and performance improvement. Plan, support, and help implement department-wide employee training sessions and engagement events. Respond to and resolve day-to-day operational questions from kitchen staff. Ensure compliance with USDA, state, local, district, and departmental regulations and procedures for child nutrition programs. Oversee the management of food waste prevention and food reclamation programs to support school food pantries. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of nutrition technology systems and support staff use of tools for ordering, inventory, production, and meal claiming. Provide operational support to improve consistency and efficiency in kitchen and program functions. Collaborate closely with Area Supervisors, Nutrition Resources Facilitator, and Bilingual Training Assistant to strengthen staff support systems. Use effective and professional communication skills when interacting with staff and community members.Additional Qualifications/Competencies: Experience with large-scale food production. Other Duties: Knowledge, skills, and mental ability knowledge and skills sufficient to perform all duties of the position. Prefers leadership situations relating to meeting the social, emotional, psychological and academic needs of students. Prefers a work environment where flexibility, ability to deal with conflict, a high tolerance for stress, an ability to quickly internalize information and make informed decisions, and long hours are a part of the assignment. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Regular attendance is required for this position. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Work Environment/Physical Demands: May work in a large-scale kitchen setting. May work in moderate to extreme weather conditions. May have exposure to visual display screens. Work within a warehouse climate with cement floors. May work in conditions such as fumes, noxious odors, dust. Changes in temperature from freezing in the freezer to extreme heat from the ovens. Changes in weather climates, outside driving, and inside warehouse. Fluorescent lighting. Physical Demands: Employees in this position must be able to perform the attached physical demands. Travel May travel from site-to-site daily across Greeley-Evans School District 6. Mileage reimbursement provided when necessary.