• Job Description

  Req#: 5282252
  Salary: $69,744.00 - $93,804.00 Annually
  Location : Multiple Locations - Eastern Washington, WA
  Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
  Remote Employment: Remote Optional
  Job Number: 2026-02493
  Department: Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction
  Division: Child Nutrition Services
  Opening Date: 03/25/2026
  Closing Date: 4/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
  
  Description
  GENERAL SERVICE
  
  JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
  Administrative Program Specialist 2 - Child Nutrition Services
  $69,744.00 - $93,804.00 annually
  Closes April 08,2026
  The Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) seeks to fill an Administrative Program Specialist position in the Child Nutrition Services department. This full-time position is remotely based in Eastern WA (Benton, Franklin, Grant, Lincoln, Spokane, Whitman, Walla Walla, or Stevens county). While this position is remote there is a quarterly requirement to attend in-person, multi-day meetings at the OSPI main office in Olympia. We encourage interested candidates to visit the to gain insight into our agency.
  About OSPI and our initiatives
  
  OSPI is the primary agency charged with overseeing public K-12 education in Washington state. Working with the state's 295 public school districts and 7 state-tribal education compact schools, OSPI allocates funding and provides tools, resources, and technical assistance so every student in Washington is provided a high-quality public education.
  At OSPI, we recognize that our employees are the key to the success of the agency. We are committed to our work but value the balance with our personal lives. We demonstrate our commitment to employees by providing an environment that stimulates professional growth and values them for their expertise. OSPI is a great place to work and has several initiatives to help create a great working environment, including:
  
  • We support a healthy work/life balance by offering flexible/alternative work schedules and mobile and telework options. (Depending on job duties and work location.)
  • We have an Infant at Work Program that is based on long-term values of newborns and infant-parent bonding. Eligible employees who are new parents or legal guardians can bring their infant (six weeks to six months) when returning to work. (Depending on job duties and work location.)
  • We value and are actively involved in promoting diversity, equity and inclusion within OSPI by way of cross-divisional, collaborative committee. The focus of the committee includes employee engagement and education; reinforcing OSPI values; and maximizing the value of diversity and identifying strategies for inclusion.
  
  Vision, Mission, and ValuesVision: All students prepared for post-secondary pathways, careers, and civic engagement.
  
  Mission: Transform K-12 education to a system that is centered on closing opportunity gaps and is characterized by high expectations for all students and educators. We achieve this by developing equity-based policies and supports that empower educators, families, and communities.
  Values: Ensuring Equity, Collaboration and Service, Achieving Excellence through Continuous Improvement, Focus on the Whole Child
  Equity
  
  Each student, family, and community possesses strengths and cultural knowledge that benefits their peers, educators, and schools. Ensuring educational equity:
  
  
  • Goes beyond equality; it requires education leaders to examine the ways current policies and practices result in disparate outcomes for our students of color, students living in poverty, students receiving special education and English Learner services, students who identify as LGBTQ+, and highly mobile student populations.
  • Requires education leaders to develop an understanding of historical contexts; engage students, families, and community representatives as partners in decision-making; and actively dismantle systemic barriers, replacing them with policies and practices that ensure all students have access to the instruction and support they need to succeed in our schools.
  
  Position Overview
  
  Administrative Program Specialists support the mission of Child Nutrition Services to assist school districts and community nutrition institutions in providing quality nutrition programs that promote life-long, healthful living while providing nutritious meals each day that prepare children for learning.
  This position plans and conducts program compliance reviews for sponsors of USDA Child Nutrition programs. The administration of these programs requires expert knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations and policies pertaining to the programs. The training and technical assistance provided to program sponsors ensures compliance with federal and state regulations and supports sponsors in providing nutritious meals and promotion of nutrition education.
  This position requires travel within assigned region and to the OSPI main office in Olympia. This travel may include multiple overnight stays and traveling during possible inclement weather.
  This is an Administrative Program Specialist 2 position. OSPI reserves the right to fill this position at the Administrative Program Specialist 1 level, as part of an in-training plan
  Key Responsibilities
  
  
  • Conduct administrative reviews, administrative expense audits and reconciliation reports for sponsors of Child Nutrition Programs.
  • Review and approve sponsor program applications and budgets.
  • Follow financial management processes, procedures and standards to assess, monitor and support financial viability of new and returning Child Nutrition Program sponsors.
  • Provide training to sponsors on all areas of program regulations and program management.
  • Provide technical assistance to sponsors.
  
  Required Qualifications:
  Employment at the Administrative Program Specialist 2 level requires:
  
  
  • A bachelor's degree involving major study in nutrition, education, public or business administration or related field and three (3) years of professional experience in food service or related field.
  • Equivalent years of experience (7 or more) may be substituted for a degree.
  
  Employment at the Administrative Program Specialist 1 level, as part of an in-training plan, requires:
  
  
  • A bachelor's degree involving major study in nutrition, education, public or business administration or related field and one (1) or more years of professional experience in food service or related field.
  • Equivalent years of experience (5 or more) may be substituted for a degree
  
  Desired Qualifications:
  
  
  • Experience directing in food service operation or as a sponsor of a USDA Child Nutrition Program.
  • Registered Dietitian
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, TEAMS, Outlook, etc.).
  • Bilingual/biliterate in Spanish
  
  Compensation
  
  The annual compensation for the position is $69,744.00 - $93,804.00 per year and depends upon experience, educational background and qualifications. Geographic differentials may be applied based on work location of successful candidate. Washington State offers a generous benefit package including health, dental and life insurance, retirement and an optional deferred compensation program. Please visit for information regarding health benefits and the for retirement plan information. This is a general service position. This position is not represented by a bargaining unit.
  Application Process
  
  Those interested in this position must apply through . Applications must include the following documents in MS Word and PDF format only:
  
  • A letter of interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement;
  • A current résumé, and;
  • A list of three or more professional references.
  
  Please address any questions to:
  Sal Salazar, Human Resources
  Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction
  600 Washington Street Southeast
  Olympia, Washington 98504-7200
  
  360-725-6278: sal.salazar@k12.wa.us
  
  Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources Office at (360) 725-6270 or (360) 725-6066, or e-mail
  New Jobs Alert Service
  
  OSPI offers a subscription service, which regularly notifies subscribers of new OSPI employment opportunities on careers.wa.gov. Subscribers are notified via text or email alert. If you are interested in this service, then please subscribe at
  OSPI is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from job seekers who will contribute to our diversity. OSPI provides equal access to all programs and services without discrimination based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. If you would like, please include your name and gender pronouns in your application, to ensure we address you appropriately throughout the application process. Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact the human resource consultant listed in "Application Process."
  More than Just a Paycheck!
  Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
  
  We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
  
  Read about our benefits:
  The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
  
  Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
  
  Insurance Benefits
  Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
  
  Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
  
  To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
  
  Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
  
  Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
  
  The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
  
  Retirement and Deferred Compensation
  State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
  
  Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
  
  Social Security
  All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
  
  Public Service Loan Forgiveness
  If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
  
  Holidays
  Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
  
  Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
  
  Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
  
  Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
  
  Sick Leave
  Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
  
  Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
  
  Vacation (Annual Leave)
  Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
  
  Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
  
  Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
  
  As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
  
  Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
  
  Military Leave
  Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
  
  Bereavement Leave
  Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
  
  Additional Leave
  Leave Sharing
  
  Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
  Leave Without Pay
  
  Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
  
  Updated 01-07-2026
  01
  
  Please select the answer that best describes your education and experience.
  • I have a bachelor's degree involving major study in nutrition, education, public or business administration or related field and three (3) years of professional experience in food service or related field.
  • I have a combined total of seven (7) or more years of education and professional experience in nutrition, education, public or business administration, or a related field, including experience in food service or a related industry.
  • I have a bachelor's degree involving major study in nutrition, education, public or business administration or related field and one (1) year of professional experience in food service or related field.
  • I have a combined total of five (5) or more years of education and professional experience in nutrition, education, public or business administration, or a related field, including experience in food service or a related industry.
  • None of the above
  
  02
  
  How many years of experience do you have directing food service operation or as a sponsor of a USDA Child Nutrition Program.
  • I have less than 1 year of experience directing in food service operation or as a sponsor of a USDA Child Nutrition Program.
  • I have 1-3 years of experience directing in food service operation or as a sponsor of a USDA Child Nutrition Program.
  • I have 3-5 years of experience directing in food service operation or as a sponsor of a USDA Child Nutrition Program.
  • I have 5+ years of experience directing in food service operation or as a sponsor of a USDA Child Nutrition Program.
  • None of the above
  
  03
  
  Are you a registered Dietitian?
  • Yes
  • I am currently working toward becoming a registered dietitian
  • No
  
  04
  
  Please describe your knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, TEAMS, Outlook, etc.).
  • I have little experience with Microsoft Office Suite and require significant support to perform basic tasks.
  • I have foundational experience with Microsoft Office tools. I can complete simple tasks but may need guidance for more complex functions.
  • I comfortably use core features across Microsoft Office applications. I can create and format documents, spreadsheets, and presentations, and manage communication and collaboration tools with minimal assistance.
  • I use Microsoft Office tools independently and efficiently. I apply advanced features across Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook with little to no assistance.
  • I have advanced, in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. I efficiently use complex features (such as advanced Excel formulas, data analysis, automation, and professional PowerPoint design), and I can support or train others.
  • None of the above
  
  05
  
  Are you in bilingual/biliterate in Spanish?
  • Yes
  • No
  
  06
  
  Did you attach the required documents (cover letter, resume, list of references)?
  • Yes
  • No
  
  07
  
  How did you hear about this job opportunity?
  • Careers.wa.gov
  • OSPI Jobs Page
  • Linkedin
  • Facebook
  • OSPI Employee Referral
  • Military Outreach Event
  • Career Fair
  • Other
  
  08
  
  Do you currently have a relative working in our agency?
  09
  
  Are you currently an employee at the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)?
  • Yes
  • No
  
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