University of Texas at Austin·Austin, Texas
Maintain health, safety, and nutrition requirements for the Lab School in accordance with TX DHHS and NAEYC standards. Responsibilities include food preparation, facility sanitation, safety inspections, and administrative support for the director.
Job Posting Title: Health, Safety and Nutrition Specialist- Priscilla Pond Flawn Child & Family Laboratory School
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Hiring Department: Department of Human Development and Family Sciences
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Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
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FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA
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Earliest Start Date: Aug 03, 2026
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Position Duration: Expected to Continue
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Location: Austin, tx
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The Priscilla Pond Flawn Child and Family Laboratory (UT Lab School) is sponsored by the Department of Human Development and Family Sciences in the School of Human Ecology. The Lab School is an educational, research, and service facility for university students, faculty, and the community at large. It provides a setting for university students to observe, participate, and study children under the supervision of trained Master Teachers. The Lab School is one of the longest continuously running lab schools in the country (open since 1927), serving over 100 families throughout the Austin metro area annually.
To maintain all health and safety requirements for the Priscilla Pond Flawn Child and Family Laboratory [https://labschool.he.utexas.edu/about-us/] as mandated by TX Department of Health and Human Services licensing regulations and National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation standards.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
$40,000 - $42,000
Working conditions
May work around standard office conditions.
May work around biohazards.
May work around chemicals.
Repetitive use of a keyboard at workstation.
Use of manual dexterity.
Lifting and moving up to 30 lbs.
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
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Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
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The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
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A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer [https://hr.utexas.edu/current-employee/compliance/equal-employment-opportunity-eeo-and-affirmative-action-aa], complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
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If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents [http://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/I9docs.html] to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031 [https://secure4.compliancebridge.com/utexas/public/getdoc.php?file=3-3031].
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here [https://compliance.utexas.edu/asfsr] or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and three years of experience working with young children and families. Candidates must be willing to obtain Food Manager, CPR, and First Aid certifications.
Market context
In Texas, health, safety, and nutrition specialist roles in early childhood settings are typically driven by demand for staff who can support child wellness, food safety, and daily compliance. This role is competitive because it asks for hands-on experience with young children and families, plus willingness to earn Food Manager, CPR, and First Aid certifications; the listed benefits include Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS). Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm certification timelines before applying.
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