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Child & Adult Care Food Program Field Specialist
nDate Posted: Sep 17, 2026
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nLocation:
nIndianapolis, IN, US, 46204
nWork for Indiana nnBegin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
nAbout the Indiana Department of Education (DOE):
nThe Indiana Department of Education provides innovative support to Indiana schools, teachers, students, and parents. We proactively work with educators, policymakers, business leaders, and community-based organizations to build student success. Our strategic priorities include:
nnnDelivering quality, purposeful educational opportunities for each student.
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nnElevating and supporting Indiana’s educators.
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nnIncreasing partnerships and delivering aligned, effective, and efficient support.
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n nRole Overview:
nThis position requires work and travel within a group of counties in the center and south/south eastern area of the state. The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Field Specialist is responsible for managing the oversight, monitoring, and corrective actions of sponsoring organizations in the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Child and Adult Care Food Program. Child Nutrition Programs provide hundreds of millions of dollars in nutrition support for children throughout the State of Indiana.
nKey Responsibilities:
nnnEvaluate overall sponsor administration to determine ongoing program compliance with federal regulations and state policies.
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nnIdentify areas of non-compliance and reveal program deficiencies to sponsoring officials during on-site evaluations.
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nnIssue corrective action determinations and provide program assistance to correct problems within program administration.
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nnProvide detailed technical assistance, nutrition education, and program specific training to sponsors regularly.
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nnDemonstrate Indiana's federal compliance accountability to USDA regional staff through accompanied reviews.
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nnCollaborate with other field specialists, division office staff, and management to develop and implement policies and best practices for these programs.
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nnManage an assigned territory within the state, comprising of approximately 50 sponsoring organizations. Territory borders fluctuate depending upon the number of sponsors within a geographic area and the number of field specialists. The geographical area for posted positions normally varies and is dependent upon the current field staff territory vacancies and assigned workload.
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n nSalary:
nThe salary for this position traditionally starts at $59,800.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator ( to view the total compensation package.
nA Day in the Life:
nThe essential functions of this role are as follows:
nnnMonitor education program/initiative objectives, outcomes, and actions to achieve agency goals.
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nnInterpret and explain policies, rules, regulations, or laws to constituents within educational institutions.
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nnImplement strategic action plans to address program gaps and opportunities.
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nnPrepare and disseminate reports on program effectiveness.
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nnEnsure program requirements adhere to federal and state policies and grants compliance.
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nnAssist in the training and development of education system employees or agency consultants on program requirements and usage.
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nnServe as a liaison between agency and other state and federal agencies.
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n nThe job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
nThis position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
nWhat You'll Need for Success:
nIndividuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:
nnnSpecialized knowledge in educational systems obtained through experience and/or education
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nnSpecialized knowledge of education programs and services including pertinent rules and regulations.
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nnExtensive knowledge of all source materials and references including federal and state laws governing the programs.
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nnAbility to develop and implement new processes and approaches and discern any far-reaching implications.
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nnAbility to communicate effectively both internal and external customers, the public, government officials, and other stakeholders.
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nnAbility to analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
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nnAbility to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders.
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n nA degree is not required. However, at least 6+ years of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
nIndividuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
nSupervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
nThis role may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.
nBenefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
nThe State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
nnnThree (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
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nnWellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
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nnHealth savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
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nnDeferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
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nnTwo (2) fully-funded pension plan options
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nnA robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
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nn150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
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nnUp to 15 hours of paid community service leave
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nnCombined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
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nn12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
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nnEducation Reimbursement Program
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nnGroup life insurance
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nnReferral Bonus program
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nnEmployee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
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nnQualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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nnFree Parking for most positions
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nnFree LinkedIn Learning access
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n nEqual Employment Opportunity:
nThe State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at
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Worksite address
indianapolis, IN, 46262, US
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