Nutrition Claims and Finance Consultant Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/5083346) Apply  Nutrition Claims and Finance Consultant Salary $72,000.00 - $78,000.00 Annually Location Denver Metro, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number 1856-SnrCnslt-Ops-0925 Department Department of Education Opening Date 09/17/2025 Closing Date 10/3/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Type of Announcement This position is open only to Colorado state residents. Primary Physical Work Address Downtown/Denver Metro/Eligible for a hybrid (office/remote) work environment.*** FLSA Status Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information Recruitment@cde.state.co.us Salary Note Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum. How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information This position is not part of the classified personnel system, applications will be accepted from Residents and Non-Residents of Colorado. Incumbent will be required to complete work for CDE within Colorado. Please Note - As of August 27, 2025, a hiring freeze is in effect for the Colorado Executive Branch. State agencies will be allowed to finalize the hiring process only if a position has been posted by August 27, 2025. Although the hiring freeze does not apply to the Colorado Department of Education, our agency is committed to acting in accordance with the objectives of the hiring freeze and only hiring positions that have been vetted and determined to be an essential need. Colorado Department of Education – What We Do The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and accountability to the state's 178 school districts, 1,888 schools, over 53,000 teachers, and over 3,200 administrators to help them build capacity to meet the needs of the state's approximately 905,000 public school students. In addition, CDE provides structural and administrative support to the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind and the Charter School Institute. As the administrative arm of the State Board of Education (https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeboard) , CDE is responsible for implementing state and federal education laws, disbursing state and federal funds, holding schools and districts accountable for performance, licensing all educators, and providing public transparency of performance and financial data. CDE is a values-based agency that serves students, parents, and the general public by protecting public trust through ensuring adherence to laws, strong stewardship of public funds, and accountability for student performance. CDE strives to incorporate five core values that we uphold in our work internally and externally. If you come to CDE, be prepared to incorporate Integrity, Equity, Accountability, Trust, and commitment to Service in what you do. Why Work For CDE The work we do is rewarding and impacts the students, families, educators, and communities across Colorado. Our leadership also promotes a culture that puts families and self-care as a priority. Along with meaningful work and an environment that puts employees first, the state also offers rich benefits that intend to make us an Employer of Choice! The following is a summary of the benefits we offer: + Flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours, working from home, working in the office, and/or a hybrid working environment. + Premier medical, dental, vision, and dependent life insurance options. All with a generous employer contribution keeping employee costs as low as possible. + Employer paid short-term disability and life insurance + Up to 160 hours of Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) + 11 paid holidays per year + Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals + Retirement through the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)www.copera.org + Employer paid RTD Eco Pass (certain restrictions may apply) + Paid professional development opportunities A wide salary range is posted for this position and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and state seniority as compared to others doing substantially similar work. While most salary offers are made within the posted range, occasionally an offer is made below or above the posted range based upon this salary analysis. The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. Description of Job Work Environment: This position is Full-time, is Hybrid (Remote/Home Office w/requirement to report to Work location per business needs) + Office hours are typically Mon-Fri, 8 am-5 pm + Extended hours during the evening or the weekend may be required by business needs + 25% Travel required + A Remote (Home) office is required + Required to report to the work locationper business needs + Essential Functions (ADAAA) + LIGHT/Office environment: + Required to sit, view a computer screen, and utilize a keyboard and mouse for extended periods of time + May be required to lift and move up to 10 lbs of force frequently or 20 lbs occasionally + Required lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, walking, etc. + Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree + DL Required: Required to safely operate a motor vehicle (OR State of Colorado Fleet motor vehicle/Colorado DL required) to complete travel requirements. (For positions with extensive travel that cannot be completed by public transportation or Lift/Uber--this is a terminable condition of employment) Position Summary: Join our team as a nutrition senior consultant where you will support child nutrition sponsors across Colorado with meal counting and claiming and resource management. Responsibilities include managing a caseload of sponsors, conducting on-site reviews and helping ensure program effectiveness and innovation. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of child nutrition programs, strong project management skills, experience with financial management and data analysis and is passionate about enhancing the effectiveness of child nutrition programs across the state. Why join us? + Impactful Work: Make a difference in the health and well-being of children by supporting implementation of nutrition programs in Colorado. + Collaborative and Flexible Work Environment: Work with a dedicated team of professionals and engage with sponsors and stakeholders across the state. We offer flexible work schedules to support healthy work-life balance. + Professional Development: Take advantage of opportunities for growth and development in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you are passionate about child nutrition and have experience working with state or federal child nutrition programs, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role. Major Duties and Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities + Oversee and provide subject matter expertise for meal counting and claiming and resource management requirements. Responsibilities include providing internal and external guidance and implementing program workplans. + Provide technical assistance to sponsors about their claims for reimbursement. + Provides subject matter expertise and oversight for the resource management review process, including allowable costs, non-program revenue, paid lunch equity and maintenance of a non-profit food service account. Oversees and supports sponsors with unpaid meal charges. + Collaborate with the review manager to ensure resource management requirements are assessed accurately during administrative reviews. + Assist with processing annual participation agreements for sponsors across the state. + Conduct accurate administrative reviews of child nutrition programs across the state to ensure compliance with federal and state rules and regulations. + In collaboration with unit teams, implement internal and external trainings related to program areas overseen. + Effectively train internal and external customers on various topics related to child nutrition programs. + Manages an assigned caseload of sponsors by answering questions, providing technical assistance and training, conducting compliance reviews and engaging in outreach. + Provide subject matter expertise and support for Provisional Programs. Collaborate with the lead senior consultant to implement program area workplans. Travel is required approximately 25% and varies throughout the year. Most travel is within Colorado for site visits, reviews or training. Occasional travel out of state for conferences. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Qualifications: Appropriate combination of education and experience OR Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in nutrition, dietetics, public health, education or related field AND at least three years of experience working with state and federal child nutrition programs + School Nutrition Specialist (SNS) preferred + Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) preferred Child Nutrition Program Knowledge: + Understanding of federal and state laws governing child nutrition programs. + Knowledge of food service operations, including menu planning, meal benefits, meal counting and claiming, financial management, and procurement systems. Communication & Training Skills: + Excellent written and oral communication abilities. + Proficiency in presenting complex information to diverse audiences through various methods (prese ntations, workshops, online modules). + Ability to interpret policies, assess programs, identify problems, and determine improvements. Technical Proficiency: + Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other data systems and technology platforms to analyze, track and report program information. + Profici ent in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Google drive and web-based systems. Experience using SmartSheets preferred. + Ability to analyze data and provide actionable insights. Project Management: + Capability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and meet critical deadlines. + Effective project planning and implementation utilizing team strengths. Leadership & Interpersonal Skills: + Ability to collaborate effectively with various individuals, demonstrating professionalism and exceptional customer service. + Commitment to equity and cross-cultural effectiveness. + Ability to use sound judgment, communicate effectively, and maintain working relationships in a team environment. Conditions of Employment (Required): + Must be willing and able to submit to the pre-screening process and pass a background check. + Ability and willingness to independently determine, obtain means, and complete required travel (percentage 25%) + Work extended schedule per business needs + Report to work location per business needs + Valid Driver's License Required: Required to safely operate a motor vehicle to complete travel requirements. Supplemental Information Complete Applications must include : + Completed Online Application: Required - Submitted through our ATS (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Colorado) . FOR CURRENT OR FORMER EMPLOYEES OF THE STATE OF COLORADO: Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024, any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification’s pay range based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30. All current and former State employees must ensure that your entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is indicated in your application so that your time-in-series can be calculated accurately. Email Address: All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked often as time-sensitive correspondence such as exam information or notification will take place via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam-filtered email. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and Equal Employment Opportunity The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, a medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The Colorado Department of Education is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries tohr@cde.state.co.us. Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon. 01 In a sentence or two, please explain how the job requirements or duties align most closely with your experience? 02 If you are a current or previous State of Colorado employee (including public Institutions of higher education), please provide your Employee Identification Number (EID) in order to verify your current or previous employment. If you indicated that you are a current State of Colorado employee, please list all State of Colorado Departments or institutions of Higher Education for which you have worked for and your Employee ID (if known): Your EID begins with 997 and is nine digits long. Please do not enter your Social Security Number. If not applicable, please state "N/A". 03 Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position. If this does not apply to you, please put "N/A". 04 This position iseligible for a Hybrid flex work place; the incumbent isrequired to maintain a home office within Colorado and report to the office as neededto complete the job duties of this position. Please indicate your understanding and acceptance of this requirement. 05 The salary range listed is the department's good faith range expected to be offered. Are you willing to accept an offer in the range listed in this announcement? + Yes. + Maybe. I believe my knowledge and skills encompass all of the minimum qualifications, the preferred qualifications, and special requirements of the position. I have detailed this in the work experience section of the application. 06 If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files, and second, close the document before you attempt upload (attach) it. + Yes + No 07 Are you a current CDE Employee? If so, please send an email to Recruitment to inform us of your application. Recruitment@cde.state.co.us + Yes + No Required Question Employer State of Colorado Address See the full announcement by clicking the "Printer" icon located above the job title Location varies by announcement, Colorado, -- Website https://careers.colorado.gov/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email