Nutrition Programs Training Specialist (Program Specialist II) at State of Nebraska in Lincoln, Nebraska

Job Description:

The work we do matters!




Hiring Agency:

Education - Agency 13



Location:

Lincoln, NE



Hiring Rate:

$30.219



Job Posting:

JR2025-00015406 Nutrition Programs Training Specialist (Program Specialist II) (Open)



Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
04-26-2025



Job Description:

The Nebraska Department of Education is looking for a Training Specialist for our Nutrition Programs team. In this role, you'll develop and lead trainings focused on nutrition and foodservice program compliance and best practices. You'll be part of a supportive, experienced team that's passionate about what they do - and ready to collaborate and share their knowledge with you.


The hiring team is looking for candidates who are great collaborators and communicators, and able to make these trainings engaging. If this sounds like you and you're looking for a new position where you can easily see the impact you make, this is it!


**The Nebraska Department of Education does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for these positions.**


This position is fixed term, with an end date of May 31, 2026. This position may be extended subject to the continuation and availability of funding.



Office Location: This position is assigned to our office located at 84th & O St, Lincoln, NE.



Pay Grade 7: $30.219/hour ($30.597/hour after pay structure increases on June 30, 2025)


This rate is based upon available budget funds; any offer will be made at this rate.



Teammates Enjoy



In addition to being part of meaningful work and making a difference through public service, our Total Compensation package includes an approximate $26,900 in additional Benefits value! See full benefits information at https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

• Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement
  
  
  • 79% employer-paid health insurance, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee discount program, and more!
  
  
  • Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year (starting at 12 days each!), plus a variety of other leave types
  
  
  • 156% state-matched retirement (yes, that's $1.56 for every dollar!) with a guaranteed 5% return
  
  
  
  


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  Thirteen paid holidays per year

Essential Functions

• Develops and implements training and development opportunities to staff working in school foodservice and Child Nutrition Programs related to program compliance and best practices.


• Creates and updates learning materials and resources to support professional development opportunities.


• Develops and maintains communications and marketing materials to increase awareness of training events and resources.


• Conducts needs assessment analyses to propose development of new or updated training opportunities.


• Conducts follow-up evaluations of completed training to measure results; modifies programs based on evaluations.


• Attends training sessions and conferences to maintain current knowledge of latest trends, technologies, and provide information to other staff.

Working Conditions and Travel:


This position requires approximately 90% of work time spent in an office environment; the remaining 10% is spent traveling or working in alternative sites such as schools, childcare centers, conferences, and meetings. There is also approximately one day of overnight travel per month.



Requirements / Qualifications




Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of experience related to the essential functions of the position. Any equivalent education and/or work experience may be substituted in order to meet the minimum qualifications of the position.



Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or related field, and experience developing trainings based on compliance, regulations, or program guidelines, using asynchronous or self-paced learning platforms. Registered dietitian.


This position is federally funded and may be governed by the Federal Hatch Act. Click here to review the Act.






Benefits



We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.


Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits



Equal Opportunity Statement



The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.



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