• Position Type:
    LEAD - CENTRAL OFFICE PROFESSIONAL/SR SUPV PROCUREMENT AND DISTRIBUTION FOOD SVC (V15080)
  
  
• Date Posted:
    2/25/2025
  
  
• Location:
    PULASKI PARK FNS (159084)
  
  
• Closing Date:
    Open Until Filled
  
  

  BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB TITLE:        Sr. Supervisor, Procurement & Distribution, Food Service

TITLE CODE:    V15080
 
SCHEDULE:       Full Time

REPORTS TO:    Director, Food and Nutrition Services

DEFINITION:     Coordinates activities related to the procurement of commodity and purchased food products including, but not limited to, vendor contracts, new product testing, writing bid specifications, and quality control.  Coordinates the management of the food warehouse and warehouse operations supervisor.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Develops and updates specifications for all food and non-food supplies, assists in preparing food and paper bids following purchasing guidelines, attends pre-bid and bid opening meetings, monitors quantities of foods purchased to control costs and advises warehouse as to quantities to purchase, obtains quotes for products not on bid, and expedites purchase orders and deliveries for these items. 
• Meets with vendors to preview and evaluate new products; supervises product testing with food service staff, students, and school-based staff and provides feedback to vendors; maintains product evaluation files and a resource library for product information.
• Coordinates the government commodity program, supervising distribution of commodity products and ensuring compliance with procedures and quality of products; reconciles federal and state commodity reports with warehouse inventory system.
• Coordinates the ordering, receipt, storage, and delivery of food and supplies with the warehouse and operations supervisor.
• Meets with or contacts by telephone cafeteria managers; manager, food service operations; food service supervisors; area supervisors; field representatives; warehouse employees; purchasing office; media; and others as needed to provide information and solve procurement/quality issues; and implements changes in procedures to improve services and products.
• Contacts vendors regarding inferior or damaged product and makes arrangements for refunds or exchanges, makes changes in bid specifications in response to quality issues, and maintains a product complaint binder.
• Visits schools to observe the service of food products and obtain feedback on products, vendor services, and quality controls.
• Plans and conducts monthly cycle counts with the warehouse staff to ensure efficient procedures.
• Consults with Registered Dietitian on meal pattern and food availability, including commodity foods, for use in cycle menu.
• Establishes food cost control by providing approved vendor bid awards and prices on all foods and supplies.
• Ensures food products used in menu planning meet the United States Department of Agriculture guidelines and compliance with all agencies.
• Performs other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
 
Education, Training and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in food and nutrition, food service management, dietetics, family and consumer science, nutrition education, culinary arts, business, or related field from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of four (4) years of experience in the field of food service. 
• Two (2) years of supervisor experience in the field of food service.

 
Note:   Other combination of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered. 
 
Licenses and Certificates:

• Certified Food Service Manager – Level I certification required.
• Possession of a valid Class C Maryland driver’s license, or an equivalent.

 
Required certifications must be maintained throughout employment in this position or any other that requires these certifications.
 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of the Child Nutrition Programs regulations and policies including the government commodity program.
• Knowledge of commercial food service equipment.
• Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local purchasing/procurement rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Knowledge of and skill in the use of databases, internet, word documents, spreadsheets, and related applications.
• Skill and ability to organize, plan, and execute work with minimal supervision.
• Skill and ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Skill and ability to evaluate bids and recommend cost-effective purchases and prices for food items based on food costs.
• Ability to operate a personal computer and related software and troubleshoot minor problems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Work is performed in the central office, warehouse, and selected sites.
Work involves sitting with occasional standing, walking, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
 
 
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Annual completion of continuing education/training in accordance with the U.S. Department of Agriculture Professional Standards for School Nutrition Employees.
Work involves deadline pressure, frequent interruptions, and occasional travel to trade shows and conventions.
Persons appointed to this classification are designated as Essential-As-Needed Personnel and are required to work when schools and/or offices are closed during adverse weather conditions or any other emergency when contacted and directed to do so.
 

GRADE:    Grade 08 on the BCPS OPE 12 Month payscale.

SALARY:   $89,776 - $138,776

Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at https://www.bcps.org/fiscalservices/payroll. 

OTHER COMPENSATION:  This position may also be eligible for comp time as per the OPE Master Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding.  Visit the BCPS website for additional information at https://www.bcps.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=2828&pageId=69996497.  

FLSA:  Exempt

RETIREMENT:  This position is eligible for the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System.
 
BENEFITS:  BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans.  Other benefits include paid holiday’s, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.
 
Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at
https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement

This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position.  It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS).  Each time an applicant applies to a job with BCPS, the application must be resubmitted. If an applicant started an application with BCPS in the past and at a later date decides to apply for additional positions, it is the applicant's responsibility to review the entire application and ensure that all data is up to date (for example, the applicant may need to add additional schooling or certifications, an additional work experience, or provide updated references).  The applicant must remember to review the entire application each time for accuracy and submit each time for a new or different vacancy.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.  Applicants should notify their reference proactively to inform them they will receive a form via email through a MAILBOT email address from Baltimore County Public Schools.  Applicants should also inform their reference(s) of the job they are applying to.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
• Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration. 

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.  An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via escript/clearinghouse from your university.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Non-Discrimination Statement
 
The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to:  EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937).  There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students.  Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9600 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 118, Baltimore, MD 21220 (443-809-4360).

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Contact Information

Susan B. Stansbury
Director, Staffing  
6901 Charles Street, E Building
Towson, Maryland 21204
Phone: 443-809-7874 
Fax: 410-296-0568
Email: sstansbury@bcps.org

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