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Community Dietitian: Registered Dietitian- Health and Human Services (0325)



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Community Dietitian: Registered Dietitian- Health and Human Services (0325)

This listing closes on 4/4/2025 at 5:00 PM Arizona.

Employer

Coconino County

Salary

$27.48 Hourly

Location

Flagstaff, AZ

Job Type

Regular Part Time - More than 20 hours

Job Number

0804402

Department

Health and Human Services

Opening Date

03/19/2025

Closing Date

4/4/2025 at 5:00 PM Arizona

Nature of Work

Coconino County promotes a transformational leadership philosophy that elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration, and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations.  As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level.

Under direction performs work of considerable difficulty in nutrition therapy planning and implementation; performs related work as assigned.

Please note: This position is funded by the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) grant and is a regular, part-time position 25 hours per week. 

Typical Duties

Typical Duties:
(Illustrative Only)
• Plans and initiates nutritional therapy based upon client needs and clinical protocols
• Works in coordination with the WIC Program Manager to supervise the operations of the WIC clinic to include program planning, implementing, monitoring, coordinating, evaluation, and direct service delivery
• Monitors compliance with program assurances tied to federal, state, and local rules and regulations affecting the operation of the WIC program
• Assesses nutrition status of clients in accordance with established standards
• Provides high risk counseling and specialized baby formula authorization
• Provides medical nutrition therapy and breastfeeding counseling for high-risk WIC clients
• Facilitates nutrition education and training of program staff
• Educates and counsels clients and families on nutritional issues, individually and in groups
• Certifies clients for specific program benefits and services
• Troubleshoots vendor complaints and compliance issues
• Develops community contacts to provide outreach and referral to WIC program
• Assists in the assessment of community health needs and the planning, developing and implementation of WIC related programs and services as assigned
• Assists in WIC budget preparation and budget monitoring
• Assists with grant preparation and submission
• Assists with special projects
• Performs related duties as required

Essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: driving; working with and around others, co-workers, clients, agencies, etc.; working alone; dealing with interruptions; repetitive motion (hand/wrist) for computer input and driving; vision acuity (near/far); hearing and speech for ordinary conversation; touch/finger dexterity for computer work.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in community nutrition, dietetics or a related field and two years of experience in public health nutrition; OR

Associate degree in community nutrition, dietetics or a related field and three years of experience in public health nutrition; OR

Four years of experience in public health nutrition; OR 

Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be currently registered as an American Dietetic Association (ADA), Registered Dietitian.

This position is exempt.

Note: Individuals in exempt classifications as part time employees may be classified as non-exempt per FLSA law regarding minimum weekly salary requirements.

This position is safety sensitive. 

The ideal candidate must have strong communication skills, verbal and written, excellent organizational skills, attentive to detail, the ability to work with minimal supervision, be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, and have experience managing schedules. The ability to perform all duties associated with WIC paraprofessional staff; including nutrition assessment, participant-centered education and breastfeeding counseling; provide technical support and training to WIC staff as assigned. The ability to multitask and work through many interruptions and distractions as well as being flexible and able to collaborate with other internal programs and outside agencies are key attributes for a successful candidate.

Preferred qualifications: Bilingual (English-Spanish preferred). Experience with Microsoft Office Suite. At least one year of WIC and/or Supervisory experience is preferred. IBCLC or CLC Certified.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Considerable knowledge of:
- Principals of normal and therapeutic nutrition, lifestyle and behavioral change
- The relationship between cultural influences and public health nutrition
- Educational principles and methods
- Techniques used in analysis and evaluation of nutrition data

• Ability to:
- Quickly and accurately assess a client's nutritional status, using standardized protocols
- Develop, implement, and evaluate clinically and culturally appropriate nutritional interventions
- Develop and present culturally relevant educational programs to individuals and groups
- Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public
- Follow written and verbal instructions
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. 

Employee Benefits


Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits
package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:

(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)
 

  • Vacation/Annual Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • 10 Holidays Per Year
  • Health Care Insurance
  • Dental Plan
  • Vision Plan
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
  • Sick Leave Conversion Plan
  • Personal Day Purchase Program
  • Vacation Sell Back Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Arizona State Retirement System
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • On-going Training Opportunities
  • Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass


Elective Coverage
 

  • Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account
  • Tax-deferred investment program
  • Accidental and Disability Insurance
  • Short Term Disability

 

01
Certification as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is required. Please provide your RD/RDN registration ID number and registration period.
02
IBCLC certification is preferred. Describe any certifications, formal breastfeeding education, training and/or personal experience working with breastfeeding mothers and infants.

* Required Question

Employer
Coconino County
Phone
928-679-7100
Website
http://www.coconino.az.gov
Address
219 E Cherry Ave

Flagstaff, Arizona, 86001

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