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School Nutrition - Nutrition Program Consultant

State of Minnesota • Minneapolis, MN • 2h ago

Working Title: School Nutrition - Nutrition Program Consultant

Job Class: Nutrition Program Consultant

Agency: Education Department

Job ID : 91942

Location : Minneapolis

Telework Eligible : Yes - Up to 50%

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 02/04/2026

Closing Date : 02/23/2026

Bid Open : 02/04/2026

Bid Close : 02/11/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Education Department / MDE-Central Office-MAPE

Division/Unit : Education-St Paul / School Nutrition Programs

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : Yes - Up to 50%

Salary Range: $31.26 - $46.15 / hourly; $65,270 - $96,361 / annually

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

CURRENT permanent-classified MDE employees represented by MAPE who are eligible for interest bidding for the position should consult Article 16, Vacancies, Filling of Positions, Section 3, Job Posting and Interest Bidding, of their negotiated agreement. In order to be considered for the position as an interest bidder your application must be received by the "Closed for Bid" date listed above AND you must email the recruiter indicating your interest bid.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

School Nutrition Program Consultants at the MN Department of Education provide professional nutrition and food service program coordination, evaluation, consultation, technical assistance, and training to institutions, facilities, or agencies participating in USDA school nutrition and community nutrition programs throughout the state of Minnesota. Duties include:

Conduct administrative, follow up, and new sponsor reviews of schools and organizations participating in federal child nutrition programs

Provide technical assistance to help sponsors comply with federal and state laws, regulations, policies, guidance, instructions, and procedures

Develop and deliver training and materials for participating sponsors according to federal and state laws, regulations, policies, guidance, and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Four (4) years of experience working on nutrition projects or programs.

A Bachelor's or Master's degree AND three (3) years of experience working on nutrition projects or programs.

Experience must include the following skills:

Must have excellent critical thinking skills, excellent writing skills, and be able to calculate complex fiscal action. Must have excellent organizational skills and be able to successfully manage 20-30 open projects at any given time.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience managing projects and meeting deadlines

Experience presenting to large groups

Experienced utilizing spreadsheets

Experienced reviewing and analyzing menus or diets

School district central office or state agency USDA School Nutrition Program experience

Additional Requirements

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)

Employment Reference Check

Conflict of Interest Review

Driver's License Check

Criminal Background Check

The Minnesota Department of Education will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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