About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Child and Youth Program on JBER. Eligible for Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount (see Additional Information). Regular Full-Time employees have a regular and continuous work schedule of at least 35 hours to a maximum of 40 hours per week. You are eligible for: Health and Life Insurance, Awards, Leave, Retirement, 401K, Overtime and Holiday Pay, and more.
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 04/28/2025 Business Based Action, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Professional knowledge of dietetics and nutrition. Ability to apply specialized USDA/ Child and Adult Care Food Program requirements to the management of a local FP for both FDCH and center-based operations. Experience must be sufficient to execute menus based on USDA guidelines, instruct/train FDCH providers and center personnel in proper menu preparation/nutrition and evaluate their performance, discuss program requirements and alternatives with State, develop local written guidance for FP implementation, etc. Ability to serve as an authoritative source of information for FDHC providers and center personnel in the field of child nutrition and USDA/CACFP requirements. Practical working knowledge gained through relevant experience and/or training and education in early childhood education sufficient to develop training courses, ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Must hold a high school diploma and read, speak, and write English.
Works under direction of the Child and Youth Programs Flight Chief who is available to deal with unusual situations which may occur and provide necessary guidance and instructions when performing procedurally complex duties. The supervisor spot checks work to ensure compliance with procedures and directives. Develops local operating instructions, handbooks, and forms for the JBER Child and Youth Programs Food Program (FP) which meet United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)/state requirements, and menus to meet dietary requirements for population served. Administers food purchasing guides corresponding to menus. Develops and delivers training for providers and personnel in areas of child nutrition, menu planning, cooking techniques and record/claim requirements. Develops program budget, prioritizing requirements to include food, supplies, equipment, and manpower. Supervises the Family Day Care Home (FDHC) portion of the FP. Conducts over 100 home visits and reviews to FDCH providers and centers. Ensures compliance with DAFI 34-144. Supervises the Child Development and School Age Centers food programs. Ensures the required cycle menus are executed. Designs substitutions and accommodations according to children's emergency action plan, medical statement, or approved declaration of family's special diet. Reviews menu orders, production records, meal counts, components, and servings; takes corrective action as necessary. Oversees required records and reports for the FP. Reviews and signs finalized applications, agreements, and claims sent to the State for reimbursement. Maintains detailed fiscal records to meet audit requirements. Controls the calculations, ordering, and distribution of bonus commodity foods offered by the state. Controls the FP publicity and parent education resource materials. Performs other duties assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12727443