Job Information
Gwinnett County Public Schools Facilities and Operations Assistant - School Nutrition - Free/Reduce in Suwanee, Georgia
Facilities and Operations Assistant - School Nutrition - Free/Reduce JobID: 101674
Position Type:
Oth Classified Support Person/ Facilities and Operations Asst
Date Posted:
3/17/2026
Location:
Instructional Support Center
Date Available:
05/04/2026
Job Code: Facilities and Operations Asst - 030249 Standard Hours: 40 Department: School Nutrition - Free/Reduce - 312529 Empl Class: NA
Minimum Salary: $38,022.00/Annually
Maximum Salary: $63,034.00/Annually Scheduled Days: 245Target Openings: 1
License and Certification Qualifications:
- ServSafe Required
Education Qualifications:
H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree or equivalent Required
Bachelor's Degree in related field Preferred
Experience Qualifications:
3 years in an office/clerical environment Required
Experience in school nutrition management Preferred
Skills Qualifications:
Ability to perform clerical tasks with a high rate of speed and accuracy
Demonstrate strong customer service skills when interacting with both internal and external stakeholders and effectively present information to school system staff
Follow oral and written instructions quickly and accurately
Identify, detect, and correct errors in standard English language usage
Communicate and collaborate with others in an affective and tactful manner
Evaluate current processes and recommend areas for improvement
Ability to be flexible and adaptable to change
Ability to represent Gwinnett County Public Schools in a positive and professional manner
Utilize computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, SIS, Point of Sale, and online application softwares
Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking Spanish language
Primary Responsibilities:
Support the School Nutrition Program (SNP) Department with all activities and tasks associated with the Free and Reduced Application Program including processing, auditing, verifying, and reporting functions.
Review, process, and audit Free and Reduced-Price meal applications accurately and in a timely manner to assure next day approval at the local schools.
Adhere to United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) rules and regulations to enforce proper approval and verification.
Audit applications in a timely and accurate manner to ensure the student has the correct eligibility based on the USDA Eligibility Guidelines and eligibility benefits hierarchy. Maintain accurate records and documentation for auditing and reporting purposes.
Print and email notification letters following appropriate procedures as designated by the Free and Reduced Supervisor.
Follow the verification process accurately and submit documentation by the designated deadline(s).
Complete, print, and file reports as needed.
Provide support with translating Free and Reduced program information for parents/guardians and GCPS staff as needed.
Conduct Direct Certification (DC) matches and update student eligibility accordingly.
Identify and process students under special circumstances including homeless, foster, and migrant status in accordance with federal guidelines
Monitor compliance and ensure confidentiality of all student information.
Provide general administrative support for the SNP Department.
Provide world-class customer service when assisting with parents, school personnel, and other departments.
Manage telephone coverage as directed, research and respond to questions from parents, school personnel, and other departments, and respond promptly and accurately.
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders in a businesslike, courteous, and efficient manner.
Assist central office staff with assigned responsibilities as directed.
Attend meetings and professional development sessions as assigned.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee is also required to talk, hear, stand, and walk. The employee may be required to use hands to touch, handle, feel, and/or reach. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to operate a motor vehicle in performance of duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.