Community Nutrition Specialist Senior

Job Summary

Join a mission-driven public health team dedicated to improving the health and well-being of women, infants, children, and families throughout Mohave County. The Registered Dietitian will lead the Nutrition and Health Promotion Division within the WIC Supplemental Nutrition Program, overseeing clinic operations, staff support, nutrition services, and program coordination. This role combines office responsibilities, direct client interaction, and team leadership in a collaborative, fast-paced community clinic environment focused on providing exceptional care to families with young children.

Salary Range: R19/S1-4 $ 28.28 - $30.90

Hours:

Monday - Thursdays from 7 a.m.

- 5p.m. & Fridays from 8 a.m.

- 12p.m Work Environment Community/public health clinic setting within the WIC Program Combination of office work, client interaction, staff supervision, and program administration Fast-paced environment during clinic operations with frequent public interaction Primarily office-based with occasional travel within Mohave County during work hours

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Offer:

Paid Time Off (PTO): 10 Paid Holidays. 1 Floating Holiday. End of Year PTO Buyback (optional). Retirement Benefits:
Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Contribution rate of 11.98% with 100% Employer Match starting on first day. Deferred Compensations Programs (optional) Comprehensive Wellness Program:
Low-cost, high-value health care plans for you and your family that include Medical, Dental, Vision. 24/7 Virtual Care including Onsite Health Screening Events Marketplace Discounts Onsite Gyms or Gym Membership Stipend Employee Assistance Program Employee Wellness Program Basic Life, Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurances with additional voluntary benefits include Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Plans. Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA-includes Dependent Care).

An employee in this class series is responsible for the direct supervision of assigned professionals and the activities within an assigned area and may be responsible to perform or participate in any or all duties and responsibilities required of the assigned area. Direct supervision of assigned professional staff. Supervises, coordinates and performs a variety of administrative staff work of an area of the Nutrition Services Division of the Health Department.

This work includes: scheduling; maintaining records; responding to requests for information or services; performing related administrative, planning and research activities; and preparing correspondence, reports, statistical information and budget materials. Provides high risk nutrition counseling to individuals (i.e. Women, Infants, Children (WIC) clients and follow-up as required. Coordinates nutrition education activities for maternal and child health programs, cardiovascular risk assessments and interventions.

Completes performance evaluations; may make hiring recommendation; recommends disciplinary actions; approves vacations and time off; prepares work schedules and assignments; supervises the activities of assigned personnel; monitors reports and record keeping activities filed by assigned personnel for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to policy and procedure guidelines; instructs personnel in departmental policies, procedures and techniques; and provides technical assistance and training for Professional subordinates.

Documents, collects and interprets data for reporting to state and federal agencies; liable for accuracy of statistical data in state and federal reporting. Plans and implements programming as it relates to contract requirements. Conducts community outreach services for program expansion, to include preparing articles and providing interviews for mass media publication. Participates in community task forces/committees and special events. Interprets program goals while monitoring compliance with state, federal and local policies and procedures, regulations and division rules.

Assists in identifying funding sources and preparation of grant proposals. Create and maintain a supportive work environment with other departments and community programs, Public Health divisions, and Public Health leadership on accreditation domain while maintaining a culture of quality improvement. Apply basic principles, practices, techniques, teaching, and communication methods related to the age, gender, race/ethnicity, educational level and socioeconomic status of…