Department of Aging Nutrition Site Specialist - Non-Merit

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.

Regular

Schedule:

20 Hours Per Week.

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Department of Aging for a Senior Center Nutrition Site Specialist.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

All interested candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the Work Experience section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You must attach your diploma(s), transcript(s)/degree(s), and license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of professional Licenses, Certifications, and/or Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of professional licenses, certifications, and education must be submitted with each application.

Under the supervision of the Nutrition Program Manager, oversees the operation of nutrition sites in a specified geographic region.

• Monitors nutrition site for compliance with policies and procedures.
• Monitors volunteer and paid leaders and assists with daily operational issues.
• Assists in the recruitment of volunteers and program participants and marketing of the Eating Together Program.
• Works with volunteer leader(s) and resident manager concerning facility-related issues.
• Assists the leader in reporting/facilitating issues with Caterer and Nutrition Office related to food quality and delivery.
• Monitors and assists with proper reporting and cash management, including:
  • Daily Attendance and Meal Count Reports, Weekly Nutrition Reports, Supply Orders, Service Delivery Reports, and Volunteer Hours Reports related to the Eating Together Program.
• Conducts registration of participants to the Eating Together Program and enters clients into My Senior Center/BC-Pass.
• Conducts Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) trainings and nutrition education programs.
• Cooperates with nutrition staff in the provision of training to volunteer leaders and program volunteers.

Attends meetings as required and completes other related duties as assigned.

The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all essential job functions for each position within the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.

• Graduation from a recognized high school or an appropriate equivalency;
• One year's experience in a senior center, nutrition sites, congregate meal services, community involvement, or other food service experience.

• Knowledge of the objectives and purposes of the Eating Together Program and related programs and services for older adults.
• Ability to work effectively with senior adults, volunteers, and the community in general.
• Ability to make simple calculations and keep standard records, including using a computer (Excel and Word).
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Must be Serv Safe certified or obtain this certification within 6 months of hire.

Possession of a valid Non-Commercial Class C Maryland Driver's license of an appropriate equivalent is required at the time of appointment.

• Applicants selected for this position will be required to travel to sites throughout Baltimore County using their personal vehicle. Employees will be reimbursed for mileage.

Must be Serv Safe certified or obtain this certification within 6 months of hire.

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications, and education to meet the position's required and preferred qualifications. Copies of licenses, certifications, and education are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of professional licenses, certifications, and education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and education must be submitted with each application.

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.

WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN:
Department of Aging Nutrition Site Specialist - Non-Merit
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
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