Summer Food Service Program/At-Risk Meals Coordinator - State Prog Admin Prin

Ensuring every child receives a quality education, no matter their race or zip code. The Minnesota Department of Education serves a wide and diverse range of groups: K-12 students and their families; young children participating in a variety of early learning programs including Head Start and Early Childhood Family Education; adult learners participating in adult education programs including GED and citizenship programs; school districts; charter schools; teachers; libraries and librarians.

MDE values:
Collaboration: Partner and serve for the greater good.
Leadership: Take ownership and responsibility.
Equity: Innovate for justice, fairness and inclusion.

Working Title: Summer Food Service Program/At-Risk Meals Coordinator - State Prog Admin Prin
Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal
Agency: Education Department

• Classified Status: Classified
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 04/21/2023
• Work Location: Minneapolis
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Bid Open: 04/21/2023
• Telework Eligible: Yes - Telework arrangements may be possible. You will discuss your preferences and requirements of the position and complete a telework agreement. Employees do need to reside in MN or a border state and may need to report to the office on a periodic basis.
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Education Department / MDE-Central Office-MAPE
• Division/Unit: Education-Minneapolist / Community Nutrition Programs
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• Bid Close: 04/27/2023
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Closing Date: 05/11/2023
• Salary Range: $28.96 - $42.67 / hourly; $60,468 - $89,094 / annually
• Travel Required: Yes

CURRENT permanent-classified MDE employees represented by MAPE who are eligible for interest bidding for the position should consult Article 16, Vacancies, Filling of Positions, Section 3, Job Posting and Interest Bidding, of their negotiated agreement. In order to be considered for the position as an interest bidder your application must be received by the "Closed for Bid" date listed above.

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

In this position, you will provide community collaboration efforts to increase the awareness, promotion and utilization of USDA's community nutrition programs including the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) and the At-Risk Afterschool Meals (At-Risk) segment of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). Duties will include:

• Provide direction and training for internal staff regarding SFSP and At-Risk Program information, policy updates, and administrative reviews.
• Providing leadership, annual planning and delivery of education materials to school and community-based programs to ensure compliance with policy, rules and regulations;
• Assist with the development and delivery of administrative reviews, workshop/trainings and information materials to external stakeholders;
• Implementation of best practices regarding meals and snack programs provided to youth outside of the school day;

Minimum Qualifications

4 years of professional experience in Project planning and Management of Public Programs including outreach, promotion and marketing, training adult learners, preparing accessible documents for public websites, preparing written materials for broad-based communications, and partnering with stakehold organizations

OR

Bachelor's or Master's degree and 3 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 6 years professional experience in planning and administering state-wide or nation-wide public Nutrition Programs including ensuring compliance with policy, rules and regulations.

Professional work experience in promotion, marketing, social marketing of health or public funding programs to organizations that serve school-age children

Knowledge and experience working with the USDA Child Nutrition Programs including At-Risk Afterschool Meals and Summer Food Service Programs

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following: A reference and driver's license check.

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Kate Elling at [email protected] or 651-582-8558.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Kate Elling at [email protected].

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule
• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Dependent care spending account
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Paid parental leave
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Employer paid life insurance
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Vision coverage
• Training and professional development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness programs and resources
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Prescription drug coverage
• Public pension plan
• Health care spending and savings accounts

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] and indicate what assistance is needed.