Nutritionist ; Specialist Officer II - Non-Merit

Regular

Schedule:

34 hours per week

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in Clinical Services/Women, Infants & Children (WIC), Department of Health and Human 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 in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government 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 experiences 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.

Under general supervision, plans, develops, implements, and conducts programs providing professional nutrition services.

• 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 inquiries from the public and staff.
• Assists in developing grant proposals and justifications. Prepares and administers program budgets.

Examples of Other Duties May perform other related duties as required.

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' professional experience in human nutrition or dietetics.

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.

Preferred Qualifications Supervisory experience with professional and support staff. Bilingual skills.

New employees are strongly encouraged to get COVID-19 vaccination.

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 a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.