Child Nutrition Consultant PC 3902 at California Department of Education
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Join us! We are looking for a dynamic, energetic, and committed nutrition professional to join the Field Services Administration (FSA) team and work in Region 3-Mountain. Under the direction of Region 3-Mountain Child Nutrition Supervisor I in the FSA, the incumbent will monitor and complete administrative reviews of program operators participating in the Child Nutrition Programs (CNP) for compliance with state and federal regulations, conduct nutrient analyses of meals served, educate the public, as well as nonprofit program operators, provide program-related technical assistance, and analyze and interpret state and federal laws and regulations.
The position requires at least 50 percent travel and throughout the state of California as needed. The hybrid schedule requires a minimum of two days per week in the field or reporting to the office in-person. Registered Dietitians preferred but not required.
The majority of the caseload will be in Inyo, Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties. The office will be located in Los Angeles County at one of the following addresses:
4339 State University DRLos Angeles, CA 90032
or
2550 Fulton RDPomona, CA 91767
Personal Leave Program 2025
Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary range(s) shown on this job posting does not reflect the salary reduction.
Requirements / Qualifications
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Degree and/or School Transcripts Statement of Qualifications -
Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name,” be no more than 1 page, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following: 1. How will your background, experience, education, and training help you find success in this position? 2. Why do you want to work as a CNC/CNA in the Region 3-Mountain of the FSA?
Requirements / Qualifications
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Degree and/or School Transcripts Statement of Qualifications -
Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name,” be no more than 1 page, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following: 1. How will your background, experience, education, and training help you find success in this position? 2. Why do you want to work as a CNC/CNA in the Region 3-Mountain of the FSA?
Comments and Other Information
To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification.
The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: Examinations Bulletins - Exams & Jobs (CDE Intranet) or at the link below:
Please note: A separate application is required for the examination and must be submitted to the address on the examination bulletin.
Child Nutrition Consultant:
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=3283
Child Nutrition Assistant:
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=3611
Comments and Other Information
To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification.
The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: Examinations Bulletins - Exams & Jobs (CDE Intranet) or at the link below:
Please note: A separate application is required for the examination and must be submitted to the address on the examination bulletin.
Child Nutrition Consultant:
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=3283
Child Nutrition Assistant:
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=3611