Nutritionist - Non-Merit

Nutritionist I Non-Merit

Regular

Schedule:

34 hours per week. A non-merit vacancy exists in the Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Clinical Services. Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note:

Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.

Proof of license(s) certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Under general supervision, plans, develops, implements, and conducts programs providing professional nutrition services. Examples of Essential Duties:

• Plans, implements, conducts and evaluates programs providing various nutrition services such as nutrition assessment, counseling, and education.
• Supervises subordinate staff.
• Develops and implements the nutrition education component of public health programs.
• Conducts studies of local nutritional needs and resources.
• Provides advice, consultation and guidance to human service providers, community organizations, and individuals regarding nutrition.
• Researches, prepares and presents reports on nutrition and related health topics.
• Researches and responds to requests and inquires from the public and staff.
• Assist in developing grant proposals and justifications.
• Prepares and administers program budgets.

Examples of Other Duties May perform other duties as requested.

Required Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in nutrition, nutrition education, dietetics, or a related field. plus at least three years' of professional experience in human nutrition or dietetics. (Qualifying education beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. Licenses and Certificates Current registration as a Dietitian with the American Dietetic Association and licensure as a Nutritionist by the Maryland Board of Dietetic Practice are required at the time of appointment.

Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, Class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment. Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study.

Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Proof of license(s) certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each app lication. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application being considered. Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc.

((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). Mail or deliver documents to: ATTN:
Nutritionist I
- Non-Merit Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Ave. Towson, MD 21204 You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Physical and Environmental Conditions The work of this classification may entail travel to various sites throughout the County. Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete and physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification, and fingerprinting checks.