Nutrition Services Assistant Director

This application is for the Nutrition Services Assistant Director only. To apply for the Nutrition Services Director, please submit a separate application.

Please note:
This is an open/promotional recruitment with promotional list taking precedence. There will be an eligible list established consisting of promotional (in-house) candidates, and another separate list consisting of open (outside) candidates. The Rules and Regulations of the Classified Service allows for promotional candidates in the top three ranks to be considered prior to consideration of candidates on the open list, unless the promotional list consists of fewer than three ranks.

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Under the direction of the Nutrition Services Director, assist in planning and directing the operations and activities of the District's Nutrition Services department; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; perform related duties as assigned.

The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.

• Assist in planning and directing the operations and activities of the District's Nutrition Services department including the review of school site cafeterias, nutritional education programs, sanitation, storage, transport and delivery of food products and purchasing and accounting functions; assure compliance with federal and State laws, regulations and policies. E
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions; plan, coordinate and conduct in-service training programs. E
• Visit sites to observe and evaluate food services personnel and procedures; develop and recommend improved methods of food preparation and service; maintain direct contact with site staff regarding compliance and control matters; drive a District or personal vehicle to conduct site visits and attend meetings. E
• Participate in the formulation and development of policies, procedures and programs designed to develop assigned programs and services; recommend and establish operating procedures for Nutrition Service activities and operations. E
• Provide technical expertise, information and assistance to the Nutrition Services Director regarding assigned functions; advise the Director of unusual trends or problems and recommend appropriate corrective action. E
• Direct the preparation and maintenance of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records and files related to assigned activities and personnel. E
• Communicate with other administrators, personnel and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information. E
• Participate in the development and preparation of the annual preliminary budget for the Nutrition Services Department; analyze and review budgetary and financial data; control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations. E
• Assure purchasing activities comply with applicable statutes, regulations and policies; determine specifications for purchase of food and equipment. E
• Research available products and interview vendors to establish and maintain sources of supply through competitive bids; assist in determining pricing. E
• Coordinate planning and implementation of operational changes with Food Service managers, principals, site supervisors, or other District personnel. E
• Maintain current knowledge of institutional food service methods and trends; evaluate new methods for application within the department. E
• Assist in planning kitchen and cafeteria layouts during construction and remodeling; direct the review of bids and analyze cost figures. E
• Coordinate dissemination of departmental information and nutrition materials to the public, staff and other organizations. E
• Perform research and special projects as directed; monitor special projects and initiate changes to assure expeditious and successful cost-effective completion. E
• Analyze the impact of federal or state legislation or regulations on Nutrition Service programs. E
• Operate a computer and assigned software programs; operate other office equipment as assigned. E
• Serve as the Nutrition Services Director in the absence of the Director as assigned.
• Attend and conduct a variety of meetings.

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