Child Nutrition Coordinator

Food Bank of Alaska is an organization that understands that serving the community well starts with taking care of their employees, and therefore we strive to be an employer that understands the needs of our staff and provides them with a comfortable and flexible work environment, good benefits, and a supportive team. FBA prides itself on having a relaxed and fun culture where our team supports and respects one another while providing rewarding work to the community.

The Child Nutrition Coordinator is responsible for:

· Coordination of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)

· Coordination of the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP)

· Coordination of the Weekend Backpack Program (WBP)

· Supporting departmental initiatives and operational capacity as needed

Essential Job Duties:

1. Organize and coordinate the operation of internal, State and Federal child nutrition programs.

2. Conduct outreach, onboarding, training, and communication for program partners. Collect, organize, submit, and maintain program records for the purposes of meeting program requirements and external audits.

3. Act as a subject matter expert on child nutrition programs for internal and external stakeholders. Participate as an effective partner with state agency stakeholders and community partners. Occasionally travel statewide and out-of-state for site visits, meetings, conferences, and advocacy efforts.

4. Operate as part of the Programs Department, supporting departmental initiatives including Thanksgiving Blessing, the annual Agency Conference, and other mission-oriented programs as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. Service orientation, a focus on providing positive experiences with our partners.

2. Experience coordinating, operating, and managing Federal and State programs preferred.

3. Vision and creativity in developing and managing child nutrition programs.

4. Accountability and clerical organization for accurate reporting and value communication.

5. Ability to work independently and with a team. Sometimes remote and self-guided.

6. Focus on developing and maintaining professional relationships with a broad range of partners and stakeholders.

7. Competence with word-processing, spreadsheets, and databases. Experience with Microsoft 365 Office suite beneficial.

8. Sensitivity to and empathy with the needs of Alaskans-in-need and people from different cultures, marked by the ability to relate respectfully and effectively with diverse stakeholders.

9. Commitment to the organizational mission to end hunger.

10. Ability and willingness to maintain confidentiality.

11. Valid AK Driver’s License and current vehicle insurance policy.

Some benefits that come with this position:

A Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield Gold plan with very low employee costs.
Principle Dental and Vision at a very low cost to employees.
Free Life Insurance and AD&D.
Paid time off, starting with 3 weeks accrued in the first year, increasing every year to 6 weeks.
Potential for Hybrid / flexible schedule opportunities.
Approximately 13 paid holidays which include a full week in December. In addition, paid “snow days” when weather conditions force workplace closures.
A 403b retirement plan with an employer match.
A Wellness Reimbursement Plan.
An outstanding team and work environment.
Administrative offices are pet friendly.
Regular fun events for staff with contests, prizes, and food.
A shared leave bank to cover employees when they have emergencies and have exhausted their personal leave.

This is a full time position, pay range $22.00 - $24.00 DOE. Send resume to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person