SNP Training Specialist

Title:SNP Training Specialist

State Role Title: Education Coordinator I

Hiring Range: Average salary: $70,000; Exact salary will be commensurate based on qualifications and experience

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Ed Central Operations

Location: VDOE James Monroe Building

Agency Website: www.doe.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Education is searching for a qualified candidate to develop content, coordinate and deliver professional development in the Office of School Nutrition. The incumbent will also be responsible for assisting with the Team Nutrition Training Grants content development and materials; managing the VDOE Office of School Nutrition Programs social media platforms and assisting with website accessibility.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge: Considerable knowledge of adult learner and training delivery models. Ability to plan for, coordinate, and deliver training to school/child nutrition program staff and school division personnel. Knowledge of public relations techniques and principles. Knowledge of desktop publishing, word processing, and database management. Basic knowledge of school nutrition programs and the federal and state laws governing them. Basic knowledge of nutrition and food service operations including menu planning, food safety, food production, and nutrition education. Knowledge of state agency function, school administration, and state and local government procedures and policies.
Skills: Excellent skills in written and oral communication. Organizational management and communication skills. Computer skills in database management, spreadsheet applications, word processing, presentation software, Internet, and web-based systems. Skills in researching, collecting, organizing, and managing data. Skills in report writing and delivering technical assistance and training to internal and external stakeholders.
Abilities: Ability to develop training content, materials, and resources. Ability to deliver professional development to school divisions and potential stakeholders related to school nutrition programs. Ability to interpret policies and procedures, assess programs, identify problems, apply problem-solving techniques and determine improvements and solutions. Ability to effectively and competently manage multiple assignments simultaneously and meet critical deadlines. Ability to organize, write, layout, and distribute a variety of informational publications such as newsletters, articles, and brochures. The ability to work and communicate effectively with a variety of individuals from a wide range of organizations, to communicate effectively, and establish and maintain effective working relationships in a team environment to coordinate, critique, and edit work products of other team members professionally and competently. Ability to use photography and media equipment.

Additional Considerations

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in institutional management, nutrition, public health, marketing, communications, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred. Master's Degree or equivalent of 36 credit hours of post-baccalaureate course work preferred.
Professional experience in training and communications. Knowledge of school/child nutrition and public agencies. Experience in training adults.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or resume is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

A resume will be accepted in lieu of a completed state application. Applications submitted via e-mail, postal service, fax or hand-delivered will not be considered. Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check. Commonwealth of Virginia employees may have teleworking options available. Final teleworking agreements will be reviewed and approved upon hire.
Commonwealth's Alternate Hiring Process:
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to prove their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs.cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview process. For assistance call: (804) 225-2021, [TTY: 786-8389]
Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. The Virginia Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity within its workforce.
Virginia Department of Education does not provide sponsorship.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 8047508177

Email: humanresources@doe.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.