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CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAM DIRECTOR

LOCATION:  Ozarks Regional YMCA, School Age Services    

REPORTS TO: Vice President of Youth Development             

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Child Nutrition Program Director is a great opportunity for an innovative, solution oriented leader to utilize the full capability of USDA meal program to innovate and create solutions that have a positive impact on the communities served through our food programs. Candidate will manage all phases of the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) and the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and will ensure both programs operate in accordance with Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, and the USDA program guidelines and requirements. The Child Nutrition Program Director will develop, organize and implement high quality, nutrition-focused YMCA food programs that meet all regulations and standards.

OUR CULTURE:  
 Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.  We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Numbered List of duties)

1. Develops SFSP and CACFP training materials for site based personnel
2. Manages and develops SFSP & CACFP recordkeeping systems for sites 
3. Communicates regularly with site based personnel to make adjustments to daily meal orders
4. Submits weekly meal orders to vendor
5. Submits monthly meal totals for reimbursement to supervisor
6. Directs and supervises food programs to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.
7. Establishes new programs and expands programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans. 
8. Trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed, including staff monitors. 
9. Reviews and evaluates staff performance 
10. Provides on-going training to site-based personnel on engaging children during meal time
11. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals. 
12. Visits food program sites often, ensures compliance with program requirements, determines need and follows through on any identified corrective action. 
13. Responsible for identifying and engaging site locations, coordinating activities and resolving all issues related to food 
14. Processes invoices to verify correct billing from vendor
15. Responsible for developing food quality standards and menus for all meals in accordance with standards, including quality and appearance of on-site storage.
16. Attends day camp and association wide trainings as the meal program expert
17. Liaison with vendor and sites to adjust meal delivery numbers and check/approve vendor invoices.
18. Conducts feedback sessions with site personnel to determine food satisfaction 
19. Represent the sponsor at collaborative meetings such as Missouri No Kid Hungry and YUSA Food Program share sessions.
20. Assists in YMCA fund raising activities and special events. 
21. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions. 
22. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner.
23. Coordinates with site based personnel to provide meals for one day events
24. Collaborates with the HEPA Coordinator to develop curriculum that promotes healthy eating practices and physical activity
25. Monitors to ensure compliance and is present during food audits
26. Works with supervisor to expand services including Y-to-Y sponsorships and branch programs
27. Performs other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• A minimum of 3 years working in administrative/management role with grant-funded programs. 
• Understanding and ability to interpret state and federal guidelines and regulations preferred; experience in monitoring and evaluating grant-funded programs preferred; experience in creating and implementing corrective action plans, policies and procedures preferred. 
• Ability to create organizational structures that assist in managing multiple sites and maintaining program data. 
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. 
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. 
• Ability to work independently, to work well in a fast-paced environment 
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and meeting deadlines. Good judgment and discretion 
• Ability to represent the YMCA in an effective way in the community 
• Ability to handle complaints and resolve issues with tact and diplomacy 
• Up to date knowledge of computer applications and skills 
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle for transportation. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the Child Nutrition Program Director is required to sit, stand, walk, drive, talk, hear and comprehend. The position may be required to work outside of traditional hours to accomplish job requirements. Employee must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.