DIETITIAN SPECIALIST I

The Dietitian Specialist I plans, directs, and coordinates daily operations for multiple school kitchens within the Milwaukee Public School District. This position exercises direct authority over nutrition technicians, food service managers, and food service assistants in schools assigned to the individual to ensure compliance with USDA, DPI, department processes, as well as the directives, policies, and procedures set by the Milwaukee Board of School Directors. Program assignments are determined by the Department Director and may change based on the needs of the Department.

The Office of Human Resources is accepting applications for the position of Dietitian Specialist I through Monday, June 23, 2025. A current resume must be attached to the completed application. Additionally, all applicants, including employees, must submit transcripts confirming Degrees (unofficial transcripts can be submitted, however, official transcripts will be required upon hire). If you are unable to attach these documents electronically, you must notify human resources that you are sending hard copies. Caution: When attaching documents to the application, be sure the documents are legible. If the documents cannot be read, your application may be disqualified from consideration.

If you are selected for the next stage of the interview process, you will be contacted via email to submit three electronic professional references. Identified references will receive an online reference check to complete. No applications or application materials will be accepted after the deadline date. Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test, and credential verification. APPLY ONLINE FOR JOB OPENING #1030144 at www.mpsmke.com/jobs > Careers > Join Our Team > Apply Online for Admin/Supervisor Positions and follow the link. For further information or any questions, please call Lynise Thompson, Office of Human Resources, at (414) 475-8224 or email at thompsl@milwaukee.k12.wi.us.

• A bachelors degree in Dietetics, Food Service, or a related field from an accredited program.
• Registration as a Registered Dietitian (RD) by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Certified Dietitian with the State of Wisconsin.
• Required minimum of two years experience in a directly related field.
• Required minimum of two years; experience working in a supervisory position.
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation for travel to and from various school sites.
• ServSafe Certified within one year of employment.

• Monitors daily operations of meal programming with a focus on staffing, sanitary food handling (preparation, serving, dishwashing, storage), production, and meal quality
• Ensures compliance with USDA, DPI, and other regulatory agencies as it relates to meal service, programming, claiming, and other reporting requirements under the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) and/or other meal service programs
• Performs a wide variety of related activities in support of the nutrition service program, which may include attending committee meetings, spearheading grant-funded projects, and/or carrying out special initiatives as assigned by the Board, District, or Department
• Manages site-based nutrition staff at assigned schools; responsible for monitoring performance, providing guidance, offering coaching/support, training, completing evaluations, and handling personnel issues
• Supervises assigned Nutrition Technician(s); responsible for monitoring performance, providing guidance, training, completing evaluations, and supporting personnel issues
• Determines the most efficient and economical type of food service according to participation, facility constraints, time available, and labor
• Acts as coordinator for assigned projects, programs, and program components, which may include NSLP, CACFP, SFSP, FFVP, special dietary needs, contracts, menu creation, procurement, kitchen equipment, central kitchen deliveries, staffing, training, etc.
• Supports employee recruitment and retention through the planning of and active participation in job fairs, candidate interviews, training workshops, and disciplinary processes
• Works collaboratively with department and district staff to support the MPS Strategic Plan
• Performs other Duties as assigned

The salary range is $82,961.94 119,591.27(12 months/260 days)

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.