Secretary V-Nutrition Services

Title

Secretary V – Nutrition Services

• Job : 5826929
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 10, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026
• Position Type: Full-Time (1.0
  
  FTE)
• Job Category: Support Staff >
  Administrative Assistant

Classification: Classified ESP

Reports To: Director of Nutrition Services

Work Year: 218 Days

District Mission: Educating each student to the highest standards while motivating them to reach their fullest potential and graduating them to be college, career and life ready.

The Gorge Lifestyle: Located along the banks of the mighty Columbia River, just 84 miles east of Portland, The Dalles is the eastern gateway to the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy wind, snow, and whitewater sports, road and mountain biking, hunting, fishing, hiking, golf, and more. The area is steeped in history and culture, with a small town feel and a population just over 13,000.

The Dalles is home to Columbia Gorge Community College, Google’s data center, numerous orchards, vineyards, wineries, craft breweries, and a thriving business community. NWASCO Online:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..us

• Letter of interest
• Current Resume
• Two recent letters of reference
• Complete district application

Non-PERS: $21.09–$24.44

PERS: $22.43–$26.01

Performs specialized work of an independent nature requiring considerable judgment in the development of procedures for performing duties. Performs specific assignments as the lead secretary assigned to Nutrition Services.

Education: High school diploma or GED and five years of progressively more responsible experience, including interactions with students and the public in stressful situations; or any satisfactory combination of experience and training, as determined by the hiring authority preferred. College degree (Associate or Bachelor’s) preferred.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of English and Spanish, spelling, composition, grammar and punctuation
• Knowledge of current school and child nutrition practices and procedures and office management
• Knowledge and ability to use district and nutrition service data software and management systems
• Knowledge of standard office equipment and machines (10 key)
• Knowledge of record‑keeping and reporting procedures
• Ability to respond to the public in a courteous, efficient manner
• Ability to work collaboratively with co‑workers
• Proficiency in specific computer software programs, including but not limited to Meal Time, Primero Edge, CNPweb

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance and employer drug and/or alcohol testing
• Food Handler’s License
• Driver’s License

• Maintains a schedule of the immediate supervisor’s calendar of appointments and arranges for meetings.
• Supervises and evaluates meal application processing for North Wasco School Nutrition Services.
• Conducts annual verification of confidential family applications for free and reduced‑price meals as required by federal law following Oregon Department of Education Child Nutrition Program times.
• Acts as a primary liaison for the Nutrition Services Department in matters pertaining to the meal application/verification process and training principals, school staff and Nutrition Services.
• Generates detailed record keeping and distributes notification letters, forms and reports required for both application processing and income verification.
• Conducts audits to ensure that the district and all schools are in compliance with federal and state regulations in the meal application/verification process.
• Contacts and consults with other government and community agencies and programs in matters pertaining to application processing and income certification including SNAP and TANF.
• Assists Director in…