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Iowa Department of Administrative Services Education Program Consultant (Child and Adult Care Food Program Central Iowa) in Des Moines, Iowa
Education Program Consultant (Child and Adult Care Food Program Central Iowa)
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Education Program Consultant (Child and Adult Care Food Program Central Iowa)
Salary
$65,416.00 - $101,129.60 Annually
Location
Des Moines - 50319 - Polk County, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
25-00092
Agency
282 Iowa Department of Education
Opening Date
10/16/2024
Closing Date
10/28/2024 11:59 PM Central
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Point of Contact
IDOE.HR@iowa.gov
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Job Description
Iowa Department of Education’s mission is ensuring all students experience a world-class education. To accomplish our mission, we need talented, passionate people working together to build an excellent education system that empowers all students to achieve their full potential.
The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Education Program Consultant covering Central Iowa will be an integral member of the Bureau of Nutrition and Health Services CACFP team.
Your Responsibilities:
Conduct management/program evaluations of the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program as assigned for compliance with all Federal and State regulations and provide guidance governing participation in this program. This includes but is not limited to:
Scheduling reviews, completing required review forms, conducting exit conference, writing follow-up letter, and monitoring for compliance with required corrective action.
Providing general consultative and technical assistance services during the course of the review related to issues including, but not limited to free and reduced-price meal eligibility; all aspects related to procurement, meal preparation and service; sanitation and safety; recordkeeping; compliance with program regulations and general program management.
Reviewing financial management practices to ensure proper reporting procedures are used in the claiming of meal reimbursement; that federal funds are being expended as allowed by State and Federal law and that appropriate accounting procedures are being employed.
Interpreting, monitoring, and enforcing federal and state law, complex regulations, and policies to oversee compliance
Review and approve annual web-based program applications.
Develop and present continuing education in a variety of settings from virtual workshops, to small group training, to large group training in a statewide short course setting.
Provide technical assistance to organizations participating in the CACFP at times other than the formal review.
Provide oversight of USDA’s State agency financial review requirements for CACFP sponsoring organizations, financial audit follow up for CACFP organizations and free and reduced price meal eligibility verification process for CACFP organizations.
This position is a field position, most time will be spent conducting administrative reviews or providing training or technical assistance at organizations participating in CACFP.
Candidates are encouraged to include detailed information about their relevant experience in their application, or submit a cover letter and resume in addition to their application.
If you wish to review a copy of the Position Description Questionnaire, please contactidoe.hr@iowa.gov.
Hours: 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M., Monday – Friday; some nights and weekends, in-state and occasional out-of-state travel.
A successful candidate will bring or have the ability and desire to learn:
Passion for accomplishing common goals in pursuit of public service
Knowledge and experience with coordinating the development of legislation, administrative rules, and legislative proposals
Ability to work collaboratively on, and provide leadership for, high-performing teams
Ability to work independently, moving projects forward with minimal supervision
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to interpret and break down highly technical and regulatory language, and present information in an understandable manner
Conflict resolution and interpersonal skills
Desire to work with diverse teams and stakeholders
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Six months experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both in one or in a combination of the following areas: accounting, auditing, budgeting, economics, or finance;
Ability to keep multiple projects moving forward at the same time and meeting deadlines;
Ability to work in an environment where the individual may be receiving guidance and direction from multiple individuals;
Experience being detail-oriented with ability to apply established procedures and requirements into practice with speed and accuracy;
Willing to travel and willingness to remain out of home location overnight on occasion as the job requires (primarily in-state travel);
Proficiency with office software applications, e.g. word processing, spreadsheets, and ability to learn other custom software applications including web-based systems, and nutrient analysis;
Experience in government regulation implementation;
Ability to convey required corrective action while maintaining a positive working relationship.
Experience developing and presenting materials for adult learners.
Experience working with USDA Child Nutrition Programs preferred.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of children, their families, and Iowa communities
Collaborative, positive work environment
Talented and passionate work colleagues that will help you learn and grow
Opportunities to collaborate with experts from around the country
Employee discounts from a variety of vendors
Competitive salary and benefits package:
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Only applicants who meet the Minimum Qualification Requirements and meet all selective requirements will be placed on the eligible list.
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6 months experience, 12 semester hours, or a combination of both in one or in a combination of the following areas: accounting, auditing, budgeting, economics, or finance.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
1) Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and five years of full-time post-graduate work experience in any one or a combination of the following areas:
a. Professional training, teaching, or counseling experience in an educational setting;
b. Professional administrative experience in an educational setting;
c. Professional personnel administration including such areas as job analysis, performance appraisal systems, selection devices, or labor relations;
d. Professional finance, accounting, or auditing experience including the preparation or analysis of financial statements;
e. Professional experience in a major technical program area utilized by the Iowa Department of Education or Board of Educational Examiners.
2) A combination of a total of five years of post-graduate education and full-time experience (as described in number one), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited post-graduate college or university course work equals one year of full-time experience.
3) Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree, possession of a valid Iowa Teaching Certificate, and three academic years of teaching and/or administrative experience in PK-12 and/or a post-secondary educational institution.
4) Possession of a School Business Official Authorization from the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners and seven years of full-time professional experience in finance, accounting, or auditing, including the preparation or analysis of financial statements.
For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/EducationProgramConsultant-01071.pdf)
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State of Iowa
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282 Iowa Department of Education
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Grimes State Office Building
400 E 14th St
Des Moines, Iowa, 50319
Website
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