Nutrition Specialist - Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program Job at State of Idaho
Description
DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS
The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare has a current opening for a Nutrition Specialist, WIC in Boise. This position is in the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program in the Division of Health. Applicant may live anywhere in the state of Idaho and work from home.
BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION
We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS
- excellent medical, dental and vision insurance- (full-time) employee only coverage for PPO $65/month for medical and vision & $11.00/month for dental
- generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start
- 11 paid holidays a year
- paid parental leave
- multiple savings plans, optional 401K, and optional 457
- basic life insurance for employee and family
- employee covered at one times annual salary
- spouse covered at $10,000
- child covered at $5,000
- wellness programs
- ongoing training opportunities
- an opportunity for student loan forgiveness
- and more!
Our generous benefits package increases the total compensation of a full-time (benefits eligible) Nutrition Specialist, WIC making $29.75/hour to an estimated $42.16/hour.
This announcement will be used to fill the current vacancy in Idaho only. If you have previously applied for Nutrition Specialist, WIC and wish to be considered for this position, you must reapply under this announcement. Previous scores will not be used.
Example of Duties
- In-state and out-of-state travel to attend local/statewide meetings, trainings and conduct clinic monitoring.
- Assist with state agency side of federal program reviews, financial audits, and annual state plan grant applications.
- Act as the lead for new subgrants and amendments for existing subgrants.
- Lead financial monitoring of WIC subgrantees including reviewing budgets, approving monthly invoices, determining subgrant amounts, and onsite monitoring.
- Prepare monthly WIC financials for reporting to grantor and quarterly WIC financials for state budget review.
- Monitor compliance of federal regulations and provide consultation and technical assistance in delivery of public health services.
- Develop project goals, objectives and strategies.
- Assist in providing nutrition support and education to WIC subgrantees including developing education and staff training materials as needed.
- Develop, recommend, and coordinate the implementation of policies and procedures for a public health program.
- Assist in planning and implementation of statewide training and conferences.
- Analyze WIC program data and report to stakeholders.
- Assist with the development and testing of program specific software applications.
Minimum Qualifications
You must possess all the minimum qualifications listed below to pass the exam for this position. Click on the Questions tab associated with this announcement for the details regarding minimum qualification requirements. The Supplemental Questions on the application are the exam questions. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your answers. Failure to do this may result in not passing the exam and disqualify you from being considered for this position.
Certification:
- Registered Dietitian by the American Dietetic Association
- Eligible for licensure as a dietitian with the State of Idaho (Licensure MUST be obtained PRIOR to appointment)
- Maternal and child nutrition
- Planning, implementing and evaluating a nutrition program
- Interpreting statistical and scientific findings in nutrition
- Providing nutrition consultation
Supplemental Information
Additional Qualifications: Are not required; however, having the minimum qualifications and the education and/or experience below will increase your score.
Some knowledge of public health practices. Gained by working in a public health program or completing public health related college courses.- Demonstrated professional experience as a dietitian. Gained by working as a registered dietitian for at least six months.
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If you have questions, please contact us at:
TROUBLE APPLYING: 1-855-524-5627
(Monday through Friday, 6am - 5pm, Pacific Time)
EMAIL:
dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov
(answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)
(answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)
Email is the quickest way to get an answer to your questions.
PHONE:
PHONE:
(208) 334-0681
(answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)
(answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)
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EEO/AA/Veteran
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
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