PRIMARY FUNCTION:   The Registered Dietician ensures that nutritionally all menus developed meet the needs of students while maintaining compliance with all State and Federal Guidelines as they relate to the National School Breakfast [NSBP] and National School Lunch Program [NSLP]. Provides program support for all PreK-5 schools.

REPORTS TO:  Executive Director School Nutrition

SALARY SCHEDULE: Professional Support

WORK DAYS:229

REQUIREMENTS:

Education Level: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and training

Preferred: Master’s Degree

Experience, Skill, and Certification:

• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in foodservice operation or Public-School setting.
• Two years’ experience working in a role directly related to developing or monitoring foodservice menus.
• Must be a registered Dietician.
• Must hold or maintain Georgia State Licensure [Licensed Dietician]
• Completion of GaDoe required O.N.E. (Orientation for Nutrition Employees) and Manager Pathways, and Culinary Pathways within one year of hire.
• Valid ServSafe Food Manager Certification issued by the National Restaurant Association or ability to obtain certification within the first 90 days of hire.
• Valid driver’s license
• Extensive understanding of the area of dietetics as it relates to school-age children.
• Knowledge of Federal and State guidelines pertaining to the school meal program
• The ability to interact with co-workers, school-based personnel, and parents.
• Strong knowledge of meal program accounting and reporting
• Knowledge in areas of foodservice computer applications and inventory control
• Ability to organize work around broad organizational goals and processes.
• Excellent organizational skills and has attention to detail.
• Leadership and supervisory skills
• Speaks tactfully and courteously with staff and the public. Is sensitive to the cultural, developmental, religious, and ethnic diversity of students and the community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Works with a Team to plan menus and develop recipes that meet all federal and state guidelines.
2. Monitors and audits school nutrition menus, production records and student participation.
3. Participates in food purchasing activities, including bid specification qualities and awards.
4. Completes a nutritional analysis of all menus and recipes.
5. Assists with product selection and bid development for all foods to be used in the SNP.
6. Assists and advises school nurses, teachers, administrative personnel and parents in providing for the nutritional needs of students with special dietary restrictions.
7. Aids in planning and implementing department professional learning and training for SNP employees.
8. Conducts and coordinates food tests with students, staff, and cafeteria employees.
9. Prepares and submits monthly Nutrition Newsletter to department webpage highlighting health and nutrition tips for students and parents.
10. Works closely with vendors and suppliers in the bidding and delivery of goods in accordance with SCCPSS policy.
11. Interfaces with cafeteria managers to ensure uniform compliance and understanding of the foodservice program.
12. Makes recommendations that may positively impact the budget while increasing student participation.
13. Educates students and parents regarding healthy food choices through school training and outreach.
14. Presents the foodservice program to parents and staff to assure understanding and positive public relations.
15. Works in conjunction with SCCPSS District Wellness Team to promote nutrition education activities for students, parents and community.
16. Assists as necessary with professional leaning for school nurses, teachers, school-based administrators and district-level administrators.
17. Participates in professional organizations and continuing education in school nutrition to gain knowledge beneficial to the continued progress of the SNP.
18. Proactively engage with students, staff and community to identify foods and services that lead to increased participation in the SNP.
19. Pursue awards to promote district nutrition initiatives and recognition.
20. Performs other duties as assigned by the SNP Executive Director.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Incumbents will be considered “at will.”  Appropriate pay will be determined based on the Grade as determined by Human Resources and allowable experience.  This position is considered to be “essential personnel, critical staff” when there is an event that creates security challenges or disruptions to district operations. This position may be required to work during identified periods of an emergency as defined in Policy Regulation GBRB-R, Title: Professional Personnel Time Schedules.  The work calendar will be 229 days.  

             PS-5, Exempt                                          June 2024

NON-ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

A responsibility is considered to be “non-essential” (for the purposes of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) if:

• it is shared between multiple incumbents in the job; or
• it could be performed by an employee in another job within the workgroup.

Note the responsibility number from the list in the “Duties and Responsibilities” section for those responsibilities that could be considered “non-essential” based on this definition.

Certain limited aspects of General Duties and Responsibilities items referenced in Section 1 (b) and (d) might be considered “non-essential” in a specific situation. Any request for accommodation must be reviewed on an “individual case” basis.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS

Most jobs in the District have physical and sensory demands that can be described by one of the two categories noted below. For jobs that require more physical or sensory effort, please list the requirements in this section. The category applicable for this position is listed below.

OFFICE:   Employees in this category are normally exposed to a typical environment. The employee has some control over the length of time sitting, standing, or ambulating. There are occasions that require the lifting or pulling of equipment or supplies, as well as bending, stooping, or stretching. There is frequent use of computers, telephone, and other standard office equipment, which includes reading, listening, writing, or speaking. There are few exceptional physical or sensory demands.

CLASSROOM: Employees in this category spend at least most of the workday in a typical classroom or related educational environment.  There will be prolonged periods of standing or walking, and there may be frequent bending, stooping, or stretching.  There are occasions that require the lifting or pulling of equipment or supplies.  Reading, listening, writing, and speaking are requirements.  There are few exceptional physical or sensory demands, but there may be occasions that require the lifting or restraint of a student. 

EXCEPTIONAL PHYSCAL OR SENSORY DEMANDS

(Check any that apply to this job and complete the required information.)

[ ]  Heavy lifting of up to ______ pounds

[ ]  Frequent climbing up to ____ feet, and/or working on building roofs. 

[ ]  Exposure to heavy dust, dirt, chemical or paint fumes, or other airborne matter.

[ ]  Exposure to extreme heat, electric current, hazardous chemicals or other potential hazards.

[ ]  Sitting or standing for extended periods with no control over rest periods.

[ ]  Other:  Incumbent must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel within the county as required by the job.  Possession of the strength, dexterity and agility to perform all essential functions, including lifting of heavy equipment and vehicle parts, bending, stooping, standing, reaching and climbing on and/or crawling under vehicles.