NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 08112026-79812

Opening: 08/11/2026 12:00 AM – 08/17/2026 11:59 PM Central Time. Location: Department of Health, Anderson County Health Department, Clinton, TN. One full-time position.

Pay

$3,229.00 – $4,041.00 monthly ($38,748.00 – $48,492.00 annually).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, including:
  • 9 quarter hours or 6 semester hours in human nutrition
  • 4 quarter hours or 3 semester hours in human anatomy or physiology
  • 4 quarter hours or 3 semester hours in education, psychology, or counseling
• Official transcript required for evaluation.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Clean driving record for the past five years (no DUI, reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, or more than four moving violations).
• Criminal background check required.

About the Role

The Nutrition Educator supports the WIC (Women, Infants & Children) program by determining participant eligibility, assessing nutrition risks, providing counseling, and assigning appropriate food packages. This role empowers families to meet nutrition and breastfeeding goals through education, ongoing support, and client-centered guidance. The position collaborates with internal teams and community partners to ensure effective and compassionate service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Determine WIC program eligibility by reviewing nutrition needs, checking health measurements, discussing eating habits, and selecting the right food package.
• Document all required information accurately in participant electronic records according to program policies.
• Interpret and explain nutrition data and risk factors to promote understanding and healthy behavior change.
• Assess client readiness to change and support client-centered goal setting for sustainable progress.
• Evaluate participant progress throughout the certification period, including breastfeeding promotion and support.
• Monitor inventory of breastfeeding aids, equipment, and therapeutic formula.
• Provide referrals and connect participants to community resources as needed.
• Offer basic nutrition education to health department staff, clients, and community organizations.

Skills

• Customer Focus
• Decision Quality
• Communication (written and verbal)
• Collaboration
• Active Listening and Learning
• Service Orientation
• Time Management
• Knowledge of:
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Biology
  • Sociology and Anthropology
  • Psychology
  • English Language
• Abilities:
  • Written Comprehension
  • Speech Clarity and Recognition
  • Number Facility

Tools & Equipment

• Computer
• Desk Telephone
• Cell Phone
• Printer (Scanner/Copier/Fax)
• Electronic Scale