Senior Director of Nutrition Services - 1.0 FTE - Nutrition Services

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Administrative

$169,000 - $181,185.

BASIC FUNCTION

Under administrative direction, plan, organize, control and direct the operations of the District's Nutrition Services division within the Operations Department; assume responsibility and accountability for the implementation of complex plans, schedules, and budgets for large scale, district wide nutrition services programs, as well as supporting operational systems; ensure that all current and future district meal plans and food service operations are conducted in compliance with federal and State regulations; follow federal, State and district operational and financial policies and procedures


REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

Direct and execute the operations and activities of the District's Nutrition Services Division including the review of school site cafeterias, nutritional education programs, and meal programs, maintenance of preparation and serving equipment, menu development, sanitation, storage, transport and delivery of food products, and information technology, purchasing and accounting functions.

Lead planning, development and implementation of, and ensure the adherence to, procedures designed to maintain an effective and efficient school district nutrition program that meets or exceeds compliance with federal, State, local and District standards, guidelines, regulations and laws related to public school nutrition programs; establish and enforce operational procedures related to food storage, transportation and distribution, sanitation, food safety and quality, employee safety, and the maintenance of supplies, furniture, and cafeteria equipment.

Create and oversee the development of short and long range district wide Nutrition services planning to enhance meal offerings, provide innovative programs, services, and healthy food choices; lead visits to food service sites to observe and evaluate operations and analyze existing practices for improvement of service.

Direct and compile complex, technical, program analyses, and present information accurately to reflect the operational trends and costs of the Nutrition Services Division to allow District leaders to make informed decisions; track free/reduced meal plans and other federally funded programs for usage and eligibility, and determine and recommend pricing for consideration by the Board of Education; ensure detailed records of division's activities, progress and results;

Communicate with district administrators, personnel and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs, and to resolve issues and exchange information; lead the planning and implementation of operational changes with Nutrition Service managers, principals, site supervisors, or other District personnel.

Direct and oversee the development of food and equipment specifications, and procurement requirements, and the selection of food items, products, supplies, and equipment; coordinate procurement, warehousing, and applicable inventories; approve decisions and authorize requisitions regarding product and vendor selection to establish and maintain sources of supply through competitive bids.

Develop, propose, review and approve Nutrition Services activities, project scopes, budgets, schedules and projected outcomes and recommend efficiencies to keep costs within established financial guidelines; locate and allocate resources to enhance the school nutrition program; oversee and participate in menu development to ensure that they are nutritious, cost effective and meet regulatory guidelines.

Oversee and exercise proactive management over the Nutrition Services Division activities, including, collaboration and communication with appropriate internal and external partners and professional and technical experts; consult with community stakeholders to explore multiple perspectives, differing viewpoints and provide resolutions; establish contacts in the community that may result in obtaining assistance and commitments for the program through business partnerships.

Write Requests for Proposals, determine specifications and execute and award bids for all food, supply, equipment and other purchases by the Nutrition Services division and ensure purchasing activities comply with District contracting policies and procedures for food procurement, distribution, and management; oversee certification of consultants, payment requests, change order requests, and compliance with district policies.

Facilitate the Nutrition Services Department management team's development; implement staff training in areas such as, evaluation and reporting, procedures to improve efficiency and reduce costs, teamwork and team management, and district maintenance and management systems.
Prepare a variety of presentations reports, memoranda, letters and other documents regarding Nutrition Services operations and provide technical expertise to district management, the Chief
Operations Officer, Board of Education, district employees, parent groups and other stakeholders regarding district Nutrition Services operations status and activities; attend School Board meetings and make presentations to the Board regarding issues and concerns; serve on District committees, respond to media, and represent the District in meetings, hearings, workshops, conferences and professional activities as assigned.

Demonstrate a commitment to the Portland Public Schools Equity Initiative by developing a thorough knowledge and application of the district Racial Educational Equity Policy, Equity in Public Purchasing and Contracting and other board policies; participate in staff development, in-services and trainings related to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and in K – 12 education; model appropriate behaviors; develop, recommend, implement and communicate improvements to school and business practices with awareness and understanding of their impact in a racially and culturally diverse community.

Supervise the performance of assigned personnel; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions.
Maintain current knowledge of institutional food service methods and trends; evaluate new methods for application within the department.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Demonstrate a commitment to the Portland Public Schools Racial Equity and Social Justice Commitment by developing a thorough knowledge and application of the district Racial Educational

Equity Policy, the PPS RESJ Framework and Plan, and the PPS RESJ Partnerships Investment Strategy and other board policies; participate in staff development, in-services and trainings related to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and in K – 12 education; model appropriate behaviors; develop, recommend and implement improvements to educational practices with awareness and understanding of their impact in a racially and culturally diverse community. 

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer sciences, nutrition education, culinary arts, school business operations, business administration, public administration or a related field is required. A Master's degree in one of the identified fields and certification as a Registered Dietitian are highly desirable. [Work experience may be a substitute for a degree.]

Experience: Seven (7) years of planning and leadership experience in a large-scale institutional or private sector food/meal preparation/production, distribution and service program including experience with government subsidized meal programs with at least four (4) years in a supervisory or management role is required. Experience working in educational facilities, municipality or other public agency in a richly diverse community is preferred.

Any other combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be considered.

Special Requirements:

Work hours may include on- and off-campus evening and weekend activities and meetings and district, school and student functions.

Some positions in this classification may require the use of a personal automobile and possession of a valid Class C Oregon driver's license.

Remote Work Eligibility: Ad hoc

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