NUTRITIONIST 3 - 09082026-80752

Overview

The Nutritionist 3 classification provides programmatic management for the WIC clinics associated with a specific multi-county region. This role is responsible for providing training for regional WIC staff, evaluating nutrition services, assessing community needs at a regional level, and may be assigned to direct supervision of nutrition and breastfeeding personnel. This class differs from that of Nutritionist 2 in that an incumbent of the latter assesses community needs at a county or district level and report to an incumbent of this class. This class differs from that of Nutritionist 4 in that an incumbent of the latter is the central office coordinator of nutrition services or programs.

Responsibilities

• Provides programmatic management specific to the WIC (Women, Infants, & Children) program for the clinics associated with their specific region.
• Responsible for quality assurance by monitoring program documentation and processes to ensure adherence to policies and program guidelines. Maintains staff records of on-boarding, trainings, required meetings and inventory logs per program guidelines needed for State and Federal audits.
• Manages regional inventory related to clinic needs such as supplements, incentives, education supplies, and equipment.
• Develops and implements staff training, including in-service training, orientation, mentoring, and ongoing support for clinic staff.
• Leads implementation of the Nutrition & Breastfeeding Service Plan, monitoring data and community needs to support state goals for nutrition and breastfeeding promotion. Provides breastfeeding promotion and support as appropriate.
• Monitors clinic staffing needs and assists when needed by providing direct services to WIC participants. Maintains knowledge of community resources to provide referrals and resources to participants.
• Participates in the recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and promotion process to fill staff positions. Evaluates and/or recommends staffing patterns for provision of nutrition services.
• Develops systems and ideas to contribute to or enhance the delivery of quality nutrition services. Serves as the nutrition expert on multi-agency committees by providing technical nutrition information and advice.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Current registration as an active status Registered Dietitian (RD) with the Commission of Dietetic Registration and experience equivalent to two years of professional nutrition work, ideally within the WIC program.
• OR Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in human nutrition, dietetics, or any public or community health field dealing with applied human nutrition; and possession of proof of registration in active status as a Registered Dietitian (RD) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.

Necessary Special Qualifications:

• Possession of proof of registration in an active status as a Registered Dietitian (RD) with the Commission of Dietetic Registration is required at time of appointment and must be maintained during employment in the Nutritionist 3 job classification.
• A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies: Customer Focus, Manages Complexity, Communicates Effectively, Collaborates, Manages Conflict

Knowledges: Customer and Personal Service, Biology, Sociology and Anthropology, Psychology, English Language

Skills: Active Learning and Listening, Service Orientation, Time Management, Complex Problem Solving, Speaking

Abilities: Written Comprehension, Speech Clarity, Speech Recognition, Number Facility

Tools & Equipment: Computer, Desk Telephone, Cell Phone, Printer (Scanner/Copier/Fax), Electronic Scale

Pay

• Salary (Monthly): $4,057.00 - $5,078.00
• Salary (Annually): $48,684.00 - $60,936.00

Schedule

• Job Type: Full-Time