Administrative, consultative, advisory, and monitoring work involving all nutrition programs administered by the Department of Education. Duties are performed under the supervision of an Education Department Internal Manager.
Significant interaction occurs with officials of local school districts.
Interprets federal and state regulations, guidelines, and recommendations, and explains field application of this information to those involved. Advises superintendents, school boards, and school food service personnel regarding planning details and requirements for equipment, layout, food service personnel, methods of food preparation and service, and recordkeeping. Plans, develops, and administers, child and adult nutrition program educational and training activities consisting of annual conferences, workshops, in-service training, and area meetings. Serves as consultant to professional, civic and community groups, and State Board and Legislature when appropriate. Provides guidance for departmental Education Department Nutrition staff.