Nutritionist

We protect lives.

The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, including:

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborative and inclusive environment where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity – Numerous opportunities for continuous learning and development supporting a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – A culture of active engagement and problem-solving, regardless of your role
• Feel Pride in Where You Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated colleagues

Responsibilities include providing certifications, nutrition education, and food package changes to clients in person, over the phone, and virtually. Serves as a resource on nutrition and dietetics to healthcare providers, recommends nutritional care plans, and documents progress.

Work Schedule:

M-F with 13 paid holidays. Excellent benefits package included.

All Coastal Health District employees are deemed essential during emergencies and may be called upon to participate in activities such as staffing shelters, SPOC, and PODs, regardless of work hours.

Nutritionist 1: Bachelor's in dietetics, human nutrition, or related field, plus verification of completion of an accredited didactic program. Starting salary: $41,923.38

Nutritionist 2: Same as above, plus two years of experience in nutrition care. Starting salary: $46,115.72

• Experience with GA WIC program
• Knowledge of current dietary guidelines
• 3+ years in nutrition education and counseling
• Licensed Dietitian

Benefits include paid holidays, leave, retirement plan, health/dental/vision insurance, and more. Visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for details.

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Applicants will be subject to background checks, immunizations, and possibly drug screening. Due to high volume, application status updates are only via email. This position may close early once a suitable candidate pool is identified. Coastal Health District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with ADA accommodations upon request.