Field Agent, Nutrition Programs

Field Agent, Nutrition Programs JobID: 37112 Position Type: DE Dept of Education/DOE Certified StaffDate Posted: 9/14/2026Location: Delaware Department of Education Closing Date: 09/28/2026District: Delaware Department of Education Additional Information: Show/HidePosition Title: Field Agent, Nutrition ProgramsReports To: Director, Nutrition ProgramsDescription of Position: Program Review and MonitoringConduct and coordinate both off-site and on-site administrative and procurement reviews and monitor sites/facilities participating in Child Nutrition Programs.Review and interpret Federal and/or State regulations for Program oversight.Prepare written reports of findings and perform follow-up to ensure compliance and effective implementation of corrective actions.Investigate reports of noncompliance and provide recommendations for quality improvement and corrective action.Provide technical assistance to sponsors participating in Child Nutrition Programs.Support the annual application renewal process for Child Nutrition Programs.Assist in the development and implementation of training and technical assistance materials.Assist in the development of nutrition education materials for sponsors participating in Child Nutrition Programs.Collaborate with all DDOE workgroups, other state agencies and community partners to ensure efficiency and streamline workloads both internally and externallyCollaborate with community organizations and health agencies to increase the number of children being served in the Child Nutrition Programs.Prepare reports (USDA, and/or local) as assigned.Major Responsibilities:The Field Agent, Nutrition Programs position is responsible for conducting statewide compliance reviews, procurement reviews and monitoring of Child Nutrition Programs; completion of technical assistance; and development and execution of training sessions. This position will focus on one Child Nutrition Program (Child and Adult Care Food Program), with cross training in all Child Nutrition Programs (School Nutrition Programs and Summer Food Service Program). Essential Qualifications:Must have excellence oral and written communication skills.Must be proficient in performing responsibilities with minimal supervision.Must be skilled in setting priorities, working under pressure, and working in collaboration with others.Must be able to proactively solve problems with professionalism.Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with staff in a tactful, congenial, and personal manner.Must understand the Department's organizational aims and objectives.Must be experienced in exercising discretion and confidentiality in all professional duties.Education: Bachelor's degree in nutrition, education, food service, administration, or related health field required.Experience:Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with school and community groups in nutrition or health.Experience working with a team, as well as independently.Experience with program or financial monitoring, auditing, coordination, or oversightExperience with researching and enforcing regulations.Skills:Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.Must be proficient in performing responsibilities with minimal supervision.Must be skilled in setting priorities, working under pressure, and working in collaboration with others.Must be able to proactively solve problems with professionalism.Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with staff in a tactful, congenial, and personal manner.Must understand the Department's organizational aims and objectives.Must be experienced in exercising discretion and confidentiality in all professional duties.Salary: Salary Range: $80,519.60 to $126,544.00 annually. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's education and experience in accordance with the Department of Education's compensation policy. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, participation in the state retirement program, annual, sick, and personal leave, and supplemental benefits options. Direct deposit of payroll checks is a condition of state employment, and employees are paid on a lag pay schedule with the first payment made after approximately one month of employment.Notes: A criminal background check is required. The successful candidate must demonstrate during the interview process an understanding of diversity, educational equity and multicultural education. This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. The selected candidate should expect to perform any other related activities needed to deliver the position's key duties and responsibilities and follow any other instructions as defined by his/her supervisor. The Delaware Department of Education is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment practices or educational programs, services or activities based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran's status or any other legally protected category. Inquiries should be directed to the Human Resource Office, 401 Federal Street, Suite 2, Dover, DE 19901. Phone: 302-735-4030.