Weld County School District
Location
Greeley, CO | United States
Job description
Additional salary credit may be given for internal transfers and recent Greeley-Evans School District 6 rehires, up to $36.99 per hour
Contract Length/ Days: (2023-2024/260 Days)
Benefits: Weld County School District 6 is committed to providing an environment that promotes a healthy employee population able to serve our students at the highest level. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit-eligible employees. The employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date).
To learn more about our benefits, please see our
Paid Leave: Depending on your position, the District offers a variety of leave options, including sick leave, discretionary leave, vacation and paid holidays. More information about leave options available to Classified employees can be found in the .
Reports to: Wellness Coordinator
Deadline for application: Applications are still accepted until the position is filled; however, we recommend that you apply as soon as possible.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Required:
- BA or BS in Nutrition, Food Science, Health Education, Physical Education/Kinesiology or related field.
- 2 years relevant experience
Preferred:
- Registered Dietitian preferred
- Bilingual/Biliterate
- Nutrition education experience
- Media and/or advocacy skills
JOB DESCRIPTION Summary/Objective: As part of the Nutrition Services Department, assist Wellness Coordinator with the implementation of school wellness programs throughout Weld County School District 6 (WCSD6) including: student wellness, staff wellness, community partnerships, and other nutrition services and wellness related initiatives. Provide onsite school wellness team guidance and support including development, implementation and assessment of each site’s School Health Improvement Plan. Oversee implementation of the Student Wellness Policy through directing school wellness teams and chairing the district Student Wellness Committee.
Essential Functions: - Manage, coordinate, promote and implement wellness programs with district schools including- nonfood rewards, healthy classroom celebrations, and related activities.
- Collect, compile, analyze, interpret, and apply data relevant to school wellness programs, including the required student wellness policy assessment for each school.
- Recruit Student Wellness Team Leaders at all sites. Oversee and support the development and maintenance of School Health Improvement Plans at all sites. Engage with Student Wellness Team Leads across the district and provide onsite support for events such as family wellness nights.
- Serve as a member of the District 6 Worksite Wellness Committee and ensure alignment with student and staff wellness activities.
- Assist with the Student Health Advisory Council (SHAC).
- Coordinate Student Wellness Policy Committee meetings and oversee subcommittee Action Team work. Recruit teachers, staff members, students, parents, and community members to participate as members of the district Student Wellness Policy Committee.
- Update and monitor the progress of activities in the Student Wellness Policy Implementation Plan to ensure Nutrition Service’s compliance with USDA regulations.
- Work with schools to ensure full implementation of the district Wellness Policy. Research best practices and successful models for school wellness programs.
- Advocate for student, family and staff wellness with community groups and organizations. Maintain student wellness webpage and social media sites. Ensure that nutrition and wellness programs and resources are marketed to all stakeholders.
- Represent District 6 on related community committees and participate in training events, meetings, and conference calls as required.
- Lead and/or assist with grant writing to continue or expand school wellness programs. Develop grant work plans and fulfill reporting documentation to satisfy grant requirements.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Work Environment/ Physical Demands: Ability to sit for long periods of time, numerous distractions, visual, auditory and ambulatory acuity important. Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
Travel: None
Thank you for your interest in working for Greeley-Evans School District 6. Please feel free to contact our Human Resource Office at 970-348-6071 with any questions.
EEO/AAP Statement
Greeley-Evans School District 6 shall not discriminate in its employment or hiring practices on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or disability. The District shall identify, solicit, and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort. The Superintendent is committed to cultural diversity among district personnel as a means of enriching educational experience. The District shall identify, solicit, and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort.
Complaint procedures have been established for current employees, prospective employees, and applicants for employment. The name of the responsible employee who has been identified as the Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator for the District is as follows:
James Donahue, Title IX Coordinator & Compliance Officer
1025 Ninth Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631
Phone: 970-348-6104
Email address:
[email protected]
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