Nutrition Communications and Outreach Coordinator - Colorado Department of Education (Denver, CO)
Job Title (For the job being posted)
Nutrition Communications and Outreach Coordinator
Job Location (City, State)
Denver, COJob Description
Description of Job
Summary
Join our team as a Nutrition Senior Consultant! In this role, you will lead and coordinate communication, marketing, and outreach strategies for all Child Nutrition Programs within the School Nutrition Unit. You will ensure consistent messaging, develop high-quality resources, and engage effectively with sponsors and stakeholders, while providing direct support with sponsors for their outreach efforts. Additional responsibilities include conducting statewide training, managing a group of sponsors, supporting on-site reviews, and helping drive program effectiveness and innovation.
The ideal candidate has knowledge of child nutrition programs, strong communication and project management skills, experience with effective outreach strategies, and a passion for supporting sponsors who feed kids and strengthen school nutrition programs statewide.
Why join us?
Impactful Work: Make a difference in children's health and well-being by supporting the 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 a 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.
Work Environment:
This position is Full-time, federally funded (funding is expected to continue indefinitely unless otherwise indicated in this posting), and is Hybrid(Remote/Home Office with a 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.
Up to 25% Travel required within the state of Colorado for Meetings/Training.
Occasional travel out of state, including some overnights.
A Remote (Home) office is required.
Required to report to the work location per business needs.
Essential Functions (ADAAA)
Light/Office environment- Exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands exceed those of Sedentary work. Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree (while traveling or providing technical assistance).
Colorado DL Required to complete travel requirement.
Position Summary:
The final salary is anticipated to fall within the posted salary range; however, it may be higher or lower, depending on the preferred candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and other qualifications, while considering internal equity.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop and implement strategic communication, marketing, and outreach plans for all Child Nutrition Programs, ensuring consistent messaging, high-quality resources, and effective engagement with sponsors and stakeholders.
Assist sponsors with marketing and communication efforts to promote their programs.
Deliver statewide training, workshops, and one-on-one technical assistance to sponsors and internal staff, supporting program compliance and continuous improvement.
Assist with compliance reviews of Child Nutrition Programs statewide to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
Support processing of annual participation agreements for sponsors across the state.
In collaboration with unit teams, develop and deliver training for staff and sponsors on assigned program areas; effectively train sponsors and staff on child nutrition program requirements.
Manage an assigned group of sponsors by responding to questions, providing technical assistance and training, and engaging in proactive outreach.
Provide expertise and support for the Advisory Council for School Nutrition committee and support the development and implementation of strategic training plans.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Experience Only:
Seven (7) years of professional experience in child nutrition programs, education, public health, or a related regulatory or technical assistance environment preferred.
OR
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in communications, marketing, public relations, education, public health, nutrition, or a related field;
AND at least Three (3) years of experience working in child nutrition programs, education, public health, or a related regulatory or technical assistance environment preferred.
QUALIFICATIONS AND CONDITIONS:
Qualifications for Success in the Position:
Ability and willingness to travel.
Child Nutrition Program Knowledge:
Understanding of federal and state laws governing child nutrition programs preferred.
Communication & Training Skills:
Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
Proficiency in presenting complex information to diverse audiences through various methods (presentations, workshops, online modules).
Experience in developing communications, training materials, or outreach content for diverse audiences.
Technical Proficiency:
Experience using digital communication platforms, learning management systems, or content creation tools (e.g., Canva, Moodle).
Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Google Drive, and web-based systems.
Experience using SmartSheets preferred.
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.
Work extended schedule per business needs
Report to work location per business needs
Valid Colorado Driver's License Required: Required to safely operate a motor vehicle and may be required to operate a State of Colorado Fleet Motor vehicle to complete travel requirements.
Up to 25% Travel required within the state of Colorado for Meetings/Training.
Occasional travel out of state, including some overnights.Deadline to Apply
02/16/2026
