Dietetic Specialist; Project

Public Health of Madison and Dane County's (PHMDC), Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) unit, in Madison, Wisconsin, is recruiting for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Dietetic Specialist (Project) position.

The Eligibility List created may be used to fill future vacancies over the next six (6) months.

Note to applicants – for the 2026 budget year, there is a 1% reduction in wages (which is already reflected in the hourly wage above), an additional 21 holiday hours, and continued earning of longevity and merit steps.

As an employer, we strive to provide a work environment where diversity and differing opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous learning and improvement are fostered, teamwork and open/honest communication are encouraged, and meeting customer needs through quality service is a shared goal. All employees must be able to demonstrate multicultural competence – the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant, and productive ways.

Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations including women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.

Works individually and in collaboration with other PHMDC staff to provide administrative, clinical, nutrition, and breastfeeding support to the PHMDC Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program. Work includes nutrition screening, counseling and education of low-nutritional risk participants of the WIC Program in compliance with program requirements.

Completes nutrition assessments using accurate and appropriate anthropometric, hematological, medical/predisposing factors and dietary assessment data. Provides accurate and appropriate nutrition and breastfeeding information through use of effective client/family-centered motivational interviewing and counseling techniques. Identifies and incorporates cultural, social, behavioral and other factors of significance in developing nutrition care plans appropriate to individual client needs. Makes appropriate referrals to health, social services and other community agencies.

Completes required documentation in WIC database. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Performs a variety of office duties.

An Associate’s Degree in a Dietetic Technician program OR a Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics. Preference will be given to individuals with at least one (1) year of experience in a public health or community nutrition program setting.

If an applicant has an Associate’s Degree as a Dietetic Technician, they must be registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) within the first six (6) months of employment AND must maintain the Registered Dietetic Technician credential throughout the time of employment.

Must have a valid driver’s license, or access to reliable personal transportation, or equivalent. Must obtain required immunizations within six (6) months of hire and remain current with required immunizations. Availability to work regular evening hours to staff clinics that meet the needs of program participants. Flexibility to work during public health emergencies requiring availability 24 hours a day, seven (7) days a week.

Also refer to the “Physical and Environmental Work Requirements” section below.

Some positions may require a criminal background check which can include fingerprinting due to the nature of the job's responsibilities. Wisconsin's Fair Employment Law, s. 111.31 – 111.395, Wis.…