Career Descriptions Careers in the Food and Nutrition Service The mission of the
Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), U.S. Department of
Agriculture, is to increase food security and reduce hunger
in partnership with cooperating organizations by providing
children and needy people access to food, a ... a manner that supports American
agriculture and inspires public confidence. A better diet ...
offers participants access to wholesome foods and
information about the relationship between foods and health.
Where you fit in. Local agencies, States and FNS share
the responsibility for operating ... local agencies serve program
participants directly, and the States guide their local
agencies' ... provide
overall direction, administer the funds, and monitor program
operation. If you want to apply your knowledge and skills to
these food program administrative activities, there may be a
challenging and rewarding career for you with FNS. ... Alexandria,
Virginia, in seven regional offices, and in field offices
across the country. ... salaries,
opportunities for advancement, paid annual and sick leave, a
retirement plan, health ... www.fns.usda.gov/hr/careers.htm - 20 kB