26 - District Wellness Coordinator

District Wellness Coordinator

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district, which state: We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment. We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community, parents, staff, and students are essential to our success. We believe that we must act with integrity, celebrate diversity, and promote equity. We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect. We believe that the social and emotional well-being of our students is as important as their academic needs. We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for our students and staff. We believe that our community heritage, traditions, and history should inform our response to future student and district needs. As we embrace these values and consider their impact, we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence. Each employee plays a part, and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams.

Job Title: District Wellness Coordinator

Work Year: 220 days

Department: Nutrition Services

Reports To: Director of Nutrition Services

Salary Range: APT Salary Schedule - Lane C

Benefits: Fringe Benefits based on Schedule C Benefits Status: FLSA Status: Exempt

Summary Of Functions

The purpose of the Wellness Coordinator is to facilitate the development and implementation required updates and/or revision of the comprehensive school wellness plans throughout Pueblo City Schools District 60 including: health education, physical education and activity, nutrition environment and services, health services, counseling psychological and social services, social and emotional climate, physical environment, employee wellness, family engagement, community involvement; Perform assessments, advocacy, resource identification, grant writing, school staff trainings, and evaluations related to comprehensive school wellness plans; Build and maintain community partnerships and fiscal infrastructure; Chair the District Wellness Committee and coordinate the School Based Wellness Committees.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required:

• BA or BS in Nutrition, Food Science, Health Education, Health Promotion, Physical Education/Kinesiology or related field.
• 3 years' experience teaching Nutrition, Food Science, Health/Physical Education, or related field.
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources.
• Valid Colorado Driver's License and the ability to safely travel across Pueblo County.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.

Preferred:

• Registered Dietitian
• Spanish speaking skills

Skills And Knowledge

Knowledge of human nutrition, public health program development, population-based program administration/management, comprehensive K-12 school wellness initiatives, grant writing, evaluation, and reporting. Nutrition education experience Advocacy skills Ability to train individuals in various programs. Ability to work in diverse communities with focus on, but not exclusively Hispanic, low-income, at risk populations. Excellent computer skills (word, excel, PowerPoint, internet). Excellent oral and written communication skills. Public speaking experience. Available to work occasional weekends and evenings for special events.

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level or work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position. This organization believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications and job scope but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the District's/department's goals. Actual duties, responsibilities, frequency, and percentages may vary depending upon building assignments and other factors.

Coordinates/facilitates district level school wellness meetings and professional development pertaining to comprehensive school wellness plans. Researches best practices and successful models for wellness programs, including participation in professional development training. Develops appropriate wellness intervention strategies and messages for different audiences. Facilitates the development of both districts' Comprehensive School Wellness Plans. Ensures District Wellness Policy meets best practices and USDA requirements. Represents Pueblo District 60 on related community committees and participates in training, meetings, and conference calls as required. Works with schools to ensure full implementation of the District Comprehensive School Wellness Plans. Facilitates the collection, compilation, analyzing, interpretation and application of data relevant to comprehensive school wellness plans. Develops grant work plans and fulfills reporting documentation to satisfy grant requirements. Advocates for student, family and staff wellness with community groups and organizations. Leads and/or assists with grant writing to continue or expand school wellness programs. Recruits students, parents, and other key stakeholders for the District Wellness Committee. Maintains district wellness webpage and social media sites as appropriate in conjunction with the Communications department. Ensures that nutrition and wellness programs and resources are marketed to all stakeholders. Participates in the Healthy School Meals for all Menu Advisory Committee and supports Local Food initiatives. Reports program progress to the Director of Nutrition Services, school board members, and other school administrators as needed.

Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the Director of Nutrition Services.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The work requires the use of a telephone and using fingers to operate computer keyboards. The employee is continually hearing and speaking to exchange information. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. In an 8-hour workday, this job requires:

• R Rarely (Less than.5 hr per day)
• O Occasionally (.5 2.5 hrs per day)
• F Frequently (2.5 5.5 hrs per day)
• C Continually (5.5-8 hrs per day)
• NA Not Applicable

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting Frequently
• Stationary Sitting Occasionally
• Walking (level surface) Occasionally
• Walking (uneven surface) Occasionally
• Crawling Not Applicable
• Crouching (bend at knees) Occasionally
• Stooping (bend at waist) Occasionally
• Twisting (knees/waist/neck) Occasionally
• Turn/Pivot Occasionally
• Climbing (stairs) Occasionally
• Climbing (ladder) Rarely
• Reaching overhead Occasionally
• Reaching extension Frequently
• Repetitive use arms Frequently
• Repetitive use wrists Frequently
• Repetitive use hands grasping Frequently
• Repetitive use hands squeezing Occasionally
• Fine manipulation Continually
• Using foot control Not Applicable
• Pushing/Pulling Maximum weight: 50 lbs. Occasionally
• Lifting Maximum weight: 50 lbs. Occasionally
• Carrying Maximum weight: 50 lbs. Occasionally

Working Conditions:

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work is performed in a typical office environment.

Instructions For Applying

All applicants interested in and qualified for the posted position must submit an online application. Applications that are incomplete and/or not submitted will not be forwarded to the hiring administrator for review. The following will need to be uploaded with the application: current cover letter for the posted position; current resume; copy of transcripts conferring required degree and any other materials requested on the application. Please note: If hired, a new hire packet will be emailed and must be completed prior to processing. Fingerprints will be required