Education Associate - 61065734
Apply NowCompany: State of South Carolina
Location: Lexington, SC 29072
Description:
Salary: $56,210.00 - $104,000.00 Annually
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: Temporary Grant - Full-Time
Job Number: 173716
Agency: Department of Education
Opening Date: 02/19/2025
Closing Date: 3/5/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: CB05
Position Number:: 61065734
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 7
Hiring Range - Min.: $56,210.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $80,105.00
Opening Date: 02/19/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Interested persons must complete a State Employment Application at www.careers.sc.gov. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The South Carolina Department of Education does not accept faxed, mailed, or hand delivered applications.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
The person in this position will serve on the Administrative review team for compliance monitoring in accordance with United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) guidelines; maintain a five-year cycle calendar for all School Food Authorities (SFA). Assist with planning, directing, and conducting administrative reviews of Child Nutrition Program (CNP) operations. Develop written reports of findings and recommendations; negotiate corrective action; and conduct post-review evaluations, as needed. Provide technical assistance and conduct monitoring of SFAs to ensure compliance with state, federal and agency policies, laws and regulations. Serve as program liaison for assigned SFAs and provide technical assistance to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Review program operations at the SFA level to assess program needs and make recommendations for program improvement. Provide guidance in all aspects of program management. Assess program needs; make recommendations for CNP improvement. Collect data when requested and submit required reports to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, policies, and guidelines. Ensure that data integrity is maintained and provide analysis of program data to managers and supervisors as requested. Responsible for assisting in the maintenance of the Food for Thought website. Assist in making sure all relevant USDA information is updated on Office of Health and Nutrition (OHN) webpages and any social media sites. Ensure site is compliant with state and federal regulations. Update practices and office procedures to streamline processes where possible. Serve and participate on quality teams relevant to food and nutrition programs across divisional lines to administer special projects to enhance the goals and objectives of public education (food safety, Seamless Summer Option (SSO), Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), strategic plan, Farm to School (F2S), Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP), verification, direct certification, data collection, training, etc.). Develop and conduct specialized training for various organizations and participate in the development, delivery and implementation of food service office programs or activities to the SFAs and recipient agencies. Coordinate regional and all other required training. Schedule, create agendas, and development of materials; including surveys for all training delivered. Train state and local staff on program requirements through formal and informal presentations. Serve as agency resource with school district personnel, other education professionals, parents, and representatives from the private sector. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
This position is located in the Office of Health and Nutrition.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A Bachelor's degree and experience in education, management or business.
Preferred Qualifications
A Master's degree and four (4) years of experience in culinary management, business management, food and human nutrition, food service management or related area; or a Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience in culinary management, business management, food and human nutrition, or food service management, USDA food programs.
Additional Comments
Will be exposed to a variety of environments, including school kitchens, coolers, and freezers; approximately 40% of time involves travel, including overnight stays; should be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS CHOSEN FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE NOTIFIED BY LETTER THAT THE POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of the application. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
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I understand that a criminal record investigation will be conducted prior to employment being offered by the South Carolina Department of Education. My personal identifying information will be processed through the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree and experience in education, management or business?
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Do you have or a Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience in culinary management, business management, food and human nutrition, or food service management, USDA food programs?
05
Do you have a Master's degree and four (4) years of experience in culinary management, business management, food and human nutrition, food service management or related area?
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How did you hear about this position?
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If you answered "other" in the question above, please specify where you heard about this position below.
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Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: Temporary Grant - Full-Time
Job Number: 173716
Agency: Department of Education
Opening Date: 02/19/2025
Closing Date: 3/5/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: CB05
Position Number:: 61065734
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 7
Hiring Range - Min.: $56,210.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $80,105.00
Opening Date: 02/19/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Interested persons must complete a State Employment Application at www.careers.sc.gov. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The South Carolina Department of Education does not accept faxed, mailed, or hand delivered applications.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
The person in this position will serve on the Administrative review team for compliance monitoring in accordance with United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) guidelines; maintain a five-year cycle calendar for all School Food Authorities (SFA). Assist with planning, directing, and conducting administrative reviews of Child Nutrition Program (CNP) operations. Develop written reports of findings and recommendations; negotiate corrective action; and conduct post-review evaluations, as needed. Provide technical assistance and conduct monitoring of SFAs to ensure compliance with state, federal and agency policies, laws and regulations. Serve as program liaison for assigned SFAs and provide technical assistance to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Review program operations at the SFA level to assess program needs and make recommendations for program improvement. Provide guidance in all aspects of program management. Assess program needs; make recommendations for CNP improvement. Collect data when requested and submit required reports to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, policies, and guidelines. Ensure that data integrity is maintained and provide analysis of program data to managers and supervisors as requested. Responsible for assisting in the maintenance of the Food for Thought website. Assist in making sure all relevant USDA information is updated on Office of Health and Nutrition (OHN) webpages and any social media sites. Ensure site is compliant with state and federal regulations. Update practices and office procedures to streamline processes where possible. Serve and participate on quality teams relevant to food and nutrition programs across divisional lines to administer special projects to enhance the goals and objectives of public education (food safety, Seamless Summer Option (SSO), Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), strategic plan, Farm to School (F2S), Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP), verification, direct certification, data collection, training, etc.). Develop and conduct specialized training for various organizations and participate in the development, delivery and implementation of food service office programs or activities to the SFAs and recipient agencies. Coordinate regional and all other required training. Schedule, create agendas, and development of materials; including surveys for all training delivered. Train state and local staff on program requirements through formal and informal presentations. Serve as agency resource with school district personnel, other education professionals, parents, and representatives from the private sector. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
This position is located in the Office of Health and Nutrition.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A Bachelor's degree and experience in education, management or business.
Preferred Qualifications
A Master's degree and four (4) years of experience in culinary management, business management, food and human nutrition, food service management or related area; or a Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience in culinary management, business management, food and human nutrition, or food service management, USDA food programs.
Additional Comments
Will be exposed to a variety of environments, including school kitchens, coolers, and freezers; approximately 40% of time involves travel, including overnight stays; should be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS CHOSEN FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE NOTIFIED BY LETTER THAT THE POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of the application. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
- Yes
- No
02
I understand that a criminal record investigation will be conducted prior to employment being offered by the South Carolina Department of Education. My personal identifying information will be processed through the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have a Bachelor's degree and experience in education, management or business?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have or a Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience in culinary management, business management, food and human nutrition, or food service management, USDA food programs?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you have a Master's degree and four (4) years of experience in culinary management, business management, food and human nutrition, food service management or related area?
- Yes
- No
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How did you hear about this position?
- Careers.sc.gov
- Indeed.com
- Other (Please specify below)
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If you answered "other" in the question above, please specify where you heard about this position below.
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