SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64033443 1 1 1 at Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Sarasota, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jan, 26

Salary

55000.0

Posted On

20 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nutrition Assessment, Counseling, Client Education Materials, Anthropometric Testing, Hemoglobin Testing, Dietetic Practice, Computer Skills, Oral And Written Communication

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Requisition No: 861519 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64033443 1 1 1 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 64033443 Salary: $50,000 - $55,000 Posting Closing Date: 10/30/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Your Specific Responsibilities: Certifies/recertifies women, infants, and children to participate in the WIC Program. Provides nutrition assessment and counseling for WIC clients, and documents counseling in client record same day of the service using the SOAP format. Develops and implements a nutrition care plan appropriate for each client. Selects, develops, and evaluates client education materials, including preparing bulletin boards and conducting group instruction. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to use a computer, printer, and calculator Ability to use program related computer software Ability to follow oral and written instructions Ability to perform anthropometric and hemoglobin tests for WIC clients using appropriate biohazard, safety, and WIC procedures Knowledge of dietetic practice Qualifications: Minimum – Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition/Dietetics from an accredited college or university as required by the Florida state WIC program. Registered Dietitian or Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist outlined in Chapter 468, Part X, Florida Statutes, or be eligible to practice dietetics in accordance with Chapter 64B8-40, Flroida Adminitrative Code. Driver’s license and transportation Preferred – Prior experience working with WIC Program Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values: Mission: To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts. Vision: To be the Healthiest State in the Nation. Values: I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely. C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems. A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect. R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners. E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement. Where You Will Work: Initial hiring location will be at William L. Little Health and Human Services Center, 2200 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, with change of headquarters to North Port Health Center, 6950 Outreach Way, North Port, upon training and office reopening. The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: Annual and Sick Leave benefits; Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year; State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options; Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com); Flexible Spending Accounts; Tuition waivers; And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com. Please be advised: Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility. Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days. All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country. If there are any problems applying online, please call People First Staffing Administration: (877) 562-7287. Service Center hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., ET. TTY users, call (866) 221-0268 The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

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Responsibilities

The Senior Public Health Nutritionist certifies and recertifies women, infants, and children for the WIC Program and provides nutrition assessment and counseling. They also develop and implement nutrition care plans and evaluate client education materials.