Director of School and Community Nutrition Programs

Company: DHRM
Location: Richmond
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Title: Director of School and Community Nutrition Programs State Role Title: Education Administrator III Hiring Range: Exact Commensurate Based on Qualifications & Experience Pay Band: 6 Agency: Dept of Ed Central Operations Location: JAMES MONROE BUILDING Agency Website: doe.virginia.gov Recruitment Type: General Public - G Job Duties The Office of School and Community Nutrition Programs is seeking a qualified individual to administer the federal school and child nutrition programs at the state level. To provide technical expertise and assistance to local school food authorities and non-school sponsors to ensure that children receive high quality, nutritious meals, and to ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge: Considerable knowledge of the administration and management of school and child nutrition programs and the federal and state laws governing them. Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of nutrition, food service operations including menu planning, food safety, food production and distribution systems that allow for efficient use of product, labor, and equipment; procurement systems; program, operational, and financial management and nutrition education. Knowledge of state agency functions, school administration, state and local government procedures and policies. Knowledge of adult instructional practices and training delivery models. Skills: Excellent skills in written and oral communication. Organizational management and communication skills. Skills in planning, developing, and presenting training programs; computer skills in data base management, spreadsheet applications, word processing, presentation software, nutrient analysis, internet, and web-based systems. Skills in researching, co11ecting, organizing, and managing data; skills in report writing, and delivering technical assistance and training to school divisions and non-school sponsors. Abilities: Ability to provide professional leadership and technical assistance to school divisions related to School and Child Nutrition Programs and foodservice management. The ability to interpret policies and procedures, assess programs, identify problems, apply problem-solving techniques and determine improvements and solutions; ability to effectively and competently manage multiple assignments simultaneously and meet critical deadlines. Ability to plan, develop, and conduct training programs for professionals, state staff, and local school division personnel; write reports; and analyze financial and operational data for assigned school divisions. The ability to work and communicate effectively with a variety of individuals from a wide range of organizations, to effectively present complex information to diverse audiences orally and in writing. The ability to use sound judgment; to communicate effectively, and establish and maintain effective working relationships in a team environment to coordinate, critique, and edit work products of other team members professionally and competently. Additional Considerations Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business administration, institutional management, food services, nutrition, public health/administration or dietetics or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Master's Degree or equivalent of 36 credit hours of post-baccalaureate course work preferred. Professional experience in the school division or related state agency, to include education, public health or social services. Experience at the local school division level in administering, planning, managing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating school nutrition programs is desirable. Experience in creating and delivering professional development and training programs. Experience at the State Agency level in School Nutrition Programs is desirable. Experience in foodservice management is desirable. Registered Dietitian (RDN) with school nutrition experience highly desirable. School Nutrition Association membership with the School Nutrition Specialist (SNS) credential or certification preferred. Special Instructions This position is open until filled. The hiring manager will begin reviewing applications and resumes on April 1st, 2025. You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Pursuant to Sections 2.2-3114 and 2.2-3115 of the Code of Virginia, this position has been designated as requiring you to disclose your financial interests. Financial interests shall be disclosed as a condition of employment and thereafter as required. The mechanism you will use to disclose these interests is called Statement of Economic Interests. A résumé will be accepted in lieu of a completed state application. Applications submitted via e-mail, postal service, fax or hand-delivered will not be considered. Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check. Commonwealth of Virginia employees may have teleworking options available. Final teleworking agreements will be reviewed and approved upon hire. Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process: In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to prove their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs.cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview process. For assistance call: (804) 225-2021, [TTY: 786-8389] It is the policy of the Commonwealth and the VDOE that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment. Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. The Virginia Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity within its workforce. Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration. Contact Information Name: Human Resources Phone: N/A Email: humanresources@doe.virginia.gov In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

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