Public Health Nutritionist II

The Success Candidate

• Has a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
  • Working Knowledge Of The principles and practices of human nutrition and their relationship to health and disease.
  • Social, cultural and economic problems of individuals and families as they apply to public health nutrition.
  • Counseling techniques related to the field of public health and nutrition.
  • Education principles and methods as applied to public health and nutrition.
• Skills and Ability to:
  • Gather, analyze and interpret nutritional information.
  • Effective communication skills to clearly present nutrition information to individuals and groups.
  • Prepare clear and concise reports and correspondence.
  • Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted through the course of work.

Examples of Duties

• Prepares and conducts education programs in nutrition, health and consumerism for professional and paraprofessional staff.
• Assists in preparing and evaluating teaching aids and materials; speaks before community groups regarding nutrition programs and services.
• Designs meal plans to meet individual dietary requirements of clients.
• Provides individual therapeutic diet counseling and conducts group sessions for clients and/or their families.
• Keeps informed on recent nutrition research and relevant health issues; attends meetings and/or conferences.
• Provides consultation to physicians, public health nurses and other health agency personnel regarding nutritional requirements for individuals and the general public health.
• Conducts studies and surveys dealing with nutritional issues important to program operation.
• Maintains a variety of records; prepares reports and correspondence.

Examples of Experience/Education/Training Requirements

• Completion of all course work leading to a Bachelor of Science Degree in Foods and Nutrition AND Experience: One year of experience in a community public nutrition program with a public or private agency.
• Experience: One year of experience in a class comparable to Public Health Nutritionist I in Monterey County providing a variety of nutrition services to the community.

Conditions of Employment

• Possess a valid and current Registered Dietician certificate.
• Some positions may require a bachelors degree in Foods and Nutrition, registration as a Dietitian in California or registration eligible, and one year of experience in a public health nutrition.
• Some positions may require the ability to speak and/or read/write Spanish.
• Possess a valid California Class C driver license at the time of appointment and possess and maintain a satisfactory driving record or provide evidence of suitable transportation which is approved by the appointing authority.
• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency.
• Successfully complete a background check to include fingerprinting.

Benefits

• The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package.

Additional Information

• Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED and is an integral part of the evaluation process.