Coordinator, Budget and Data Strategy - Food and Nutrition Servi

Position Overview

The Office of Innovation and Systems Improvement (ISI) works with the Chancellor to align resources across the organization through innovation and continuous improvement. Our goal is to initiate change and lead DC Public Schools into the highest performing school district in the nation. After engaging with over 3,000 internal and external stakeholders to help shape the future of DCPS, we are guided by the five strategic priorities of the new Capital Commitment 2017-2022 Strategic Plan:

• Promote Equity: Define, understand, and promote equity to close achievement gaps and interrupt institutional bias.
• Empower Our People: Recruit, develop, and retain a talented, caring, and diverse team.
• Educate the Whole Child: Provide rigorous, joyful, and inclusive academic and social emotional experiences for all students.
• Ensure Excellent Schools: Increase the number of high quality schools across the district by defining blended autonomies for schools and creating opportunities for innovation.
• Engage Families: Deepen partnerships with families and community.

The Office of the Chief Operating Officer (OCOO) is comprised of the Strategic School Operations, Food & Nutrition Services, School Security, Facilities, and Compliance, teams. OCOO is responsible for guiding the operations and functions for all 118 schools within the District. Our goal is for all DCPS schools to be ready on the first day of school and every day thereafter so that all principals can lead, all teachers can teach, and all students can learn.

The Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) division is recognized for its healthy and innovative school food. The scope of the DCPS FNS’ operations extends beyond school meals to include nutrition-related activities such as school gardens and farm-to-school as well as environmental sustainability and stewardship initiatives for cafeteria operations. FNS is made up of three smaller teams: Finance, Stratregy & Data, Nutrition, Compliance & Partnerships, and Food Service Operations.

The mission of the DCPS FNS is: All DC Public Schools students are engaged and have access to wholesome and delicious meals that promote long-term wellness, preparation for learning, and satisfaction with their school.

The Coordinator, Budget and Data Strategy - Food and Nutrition Services assists with all financial aspects of food services, including contracts, compliance, and technology. The Coordinator will analyze information and advise on programmatic changes, which result in reduced costs and increased revenues. This position liaises with the Procurement and Administration division of the Office of the Chief Operating Officer.

The Coordinator, Budget and Data Strategy - Food and Nutrition Services will report to the Manager, Finance, Strategy, and Technology.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assists with the management of the overall budget for Food and Nutrition Services, including contractor invoice reconciliation and invoice processing for Accounts Payable.
• Coordinates the data analysis and dissemination for attendance, program accountability, and meal program participation.
• Works with the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) to generate and process claims filed for food service meal programs, including but not limited to: National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and Healthy Schools Act (H.S.A), Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP), and the Free Summer Meals Program (FSMP).
• Prepares and maintains an up-to-date OSSE reimbursement tracker for all USDA reimbursements.
• Utilizes data visualization and analytics software to make large or complex FNS-related data more accessible, understandable, and usable.
• Supports in leading the procurement process for Food and Nutrition Services and acts as a liaison to the Contracts and Acquisitions team as purchases are required.
• Serves as the POC for FNS-related technology and Point-of-Sale (POS) reports.
• Prepares and administers the FNS school year budget by producing projections of income and expenses.
• Reconciles and audits Food Service Management Company (FSMC) invoices while tracking all fiscal year invoices.
• Identifies necessary specifications, statements of work, and/or market surveys as a function of the procurement process.
• Assists in special projects that will improve systems operations (Breakfast in the Classroom, Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, etc.)
• Works closely with the Manager, Finance, Strategy, and Technology to handle the business-related functions of FNS.
• Works with DCPS's food service finances, including maintenance of fiscal systems for processing invoices, managing fiscal components of vendor contracts, and preparing and updating DCPS's internal food service budget.
• Facilitates and enforces DCPS meal charge policy and invoicing process.
• Develops systems that target maximization of State and Federal reimbursements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two to four years of related work experience.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Previous exposure to or experience in the education sector a plus.
• Specific experience in budget management preferred.
• Strong command of Excel and ability to learn quickly.
• Experience in data analytics software preferred.
• Outstanding written and oral skills.
• Must be attentive to detail, well-organized, able to work under pressure, and able to meet frequent and changing deadlines.
• Fully proficient in MS Office Suite and other applicable computer applications.
• Experience in technologies such as Point-Of-Sale or any other technology pertaining to food service applications preferred.
• Working knowledge of food and beverage services and operations preferred.
• Experience with USDA reimbursement programs in K-12 school environment preferred.
• Experience in K-12 school operations preferred.

DCPS Values

• STUDENTS FIRST : We recognize students as whole children and put their needs first in everything we do.
• COURAGE : We have the audacity to learn from our successes and failures, to try new things, and to lead the nation as a proof point of PK-12 success.
• EQUITY : We work proactively to eliminate opportunity gaps by interrupting institutional bias and investing in effective strategies to ensure every student succeeds.
• EXCELLENCE : We work with integrity and hold ourselves accountable for exemplary outcomes, service, and interactions.
• TEAMWORK : We recognize that our greatest asset is our collective vision and ability to work collaboratively and authentically.
• JOY : We enjoy our collective work and will enthusiastically celebrate our success and each other.