Nutritionist

Job Description

Looking to make a difference in the lives of Women, Infants, and Children in our community? The Springfield‑Greene County Health Department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Nutritionist in our WIC program.

This position will promote individual and population health through nutrition education initiatives and health behavior change programs in the WIC setting for diverse populations. The Nutritionist will evaluate dietary needs of pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children, and will also be responsible for explaining and certifying eligibility of WIC participants on the basis of nutritional risk.

Work hours may fluctuate in relation to the assigned clinic and will vary between 7:30 AM and 6:00 PM. Bilingual capabilities in Spanish are strongly preferred.

This position is open until filled and has the option to underfill as a Nutritionist Educator. Applications will be guaranteed review through March 13th, 2026.

For more information on our WIC program, please .

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• Requires graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Foods and Nutrition or Dietetics.
• One year of WIC experience.
• OR a Bachelor's Degree in a related area with 15 hours in Nutrition, Community Nutrition, and Diet Therapy coursework plus one year of WIC experience.

• Preferred:
  Fully bilingual capabilities in English and Spanish.

• Licensing/Certification:
  Must possess a valid Driver’s License and own vehicle for on‑the‑job transportation.

• Requires graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Foods and Nutrition or Dietetics; OR Bachelor's Degree in a related area with 15 hours in Nutrition, Community Nutrition, and Diet Therapy coursework.
• Licensing/Certification:
  None required.

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.

Salary – $42,619.20 – $73,174.40 Annually

Salary – $39,436.80 – $61,380.80 Annually

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre‑employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be contacted by the City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417‑864‑1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave.,

Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug‑free workplace. Pre‑employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield online application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.

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