Child Nutrition Program Assistant - Edgecombe County Public Schools : Job Details

EDGECOMBE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLSJOB DESCRIPTIONPOSITION: Child Nutrition Program AssistantQUALIFICATIONS:1. Minimum, High School diploma;

Two years school nutrition management experience is required:

Knowledge of and experience with Window-based Software programs, word required;

Must possess the visual acuity to prepare and use data, operate a computer terminal and other office equipment;

Basic math skills;

Good communication skills (verbal and written);

Demonstrates excellent organizational skills;

REPORTS TO: Director of Child Nutrition ServicesJOB GOAL: Provide accurate information and entry of data, adhering to USDA Federal Child Nutrition Program regulations and guidelines.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversees the system USDA Student Meal Application Processing Center;
• Follows USDA Federal Child Nutrition Program application guidelines;
• Adheres to established timelines for implementation of required processes, including preparation of program eligibility rosters, parent notification letters and income verification;
• Maintains all program records electronically and hard copy, as required;
• Responds (verbally and via written communication), as requested to cafeteria manager, school staff, parents and others concerning student meal status and child nutrition operations;
• Compiles and distribute data, as needed;
• In-depth knowledge of Child Nutrition Program procedures;
• Conducts school site reviews of all schools throughout the school year and for the Summer Feeding Program;
• Trains new and experienced employees on quality production methods;
• Works as a temporary manager or assistants in school sites when emergency situations occur;
• Assist in Providing training for new managers in the areas of management, food production/food quality in assigned schools.
• Ensure employees' professional development hours are documented and earned by the end of the school year
• Coordinate Summer Feeding Programs under the direction of the Child Nutrition Director.
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by the Director of Child Nutrition Services

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess Food Safety Training Certificate
• Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles

SALARY: Edgecombe County Public Schools Classified Salary ScheduleTERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 12 months/8 hours per day, or as determined by program needs; EVALUATION: Annually, Classified Personnel Appraisal Instrument