State of Florida
SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST SUPV - 64049178
State of Florida, Tampa, Florida, us, 33646
Overview
Requisition No:864731 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST SUPV - 64049178 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number:64049178 Salary: $55,255.45 - $60,781.00 Posting Closing Date: 01/18/2026 Total Compensation Estimator
Tool DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH – HILLSBOROUGH SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST SUPERVISOR – 64049178 DIVISION OF WIC/NUTRITION 9827 Sheldon Road, Tampa, FL 33635 Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough County. If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview. Responsibilities
As a supervisor, trains, motivates, evaluates and monitors the daily work activities of the Public Health Nutritionist, Nutrition Educators, Public Assistance Specialist(s), Health Support Specialist(s), Senior Clerk(s) and a Health Support Technician. Reviews and analyzes worker productivity and performance on a monthly basis in assigned clinics. Completes WIC certifications by providing nutrition assessments and counseling to clients on normal and therapeutic diets. Provides breastfeeding education and support to WIC clients. Consults with health care practitioners to determine nutrition or health needs and diet prescription of WIC clients. Develops, documents and implements nutrition care plans based on assessments of nutrition needs and other current health plans, and provides follow up and referral as needed. Reviews annual Q/A team audit results and completes corrective action plan addressing all clinic deficiencies. Monitors clinic key process indicators and corrective action steps to ensure goals of clinic and nutrition division are being met. Prepares materials and reports pertaining to Nutrition Education as requested by Federal and State auditors. Coordinates with the Senior Human Services Program Manager regarding the Nutrition Education plan for WIC participants. Conducts and/or attends health related meetings, staff meetings, committees, and work groups. Assists with outreach activities, health fairs and other community activities as needed. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Effective verbal/written communication and telephone etiquette skills. Knowledge of local, state, and federal WIC Program policies and procedures. Knowledge of current science and practice of food, nutrition and dietetics; normal nutrition principles and dietary needs throughout the life cycle. Ability to assess appropriate and effective feeding for women, infants and children. Effectively counsel using the Value Enhanced Nutrition Assessment (VENA) techniques. Knowledge of medical terminology. Nutrition charting techniques using the designated format. Ability to use office equipment (computer, digital scale, stature board, Hemocue machine, copier, telephone, etc). Computer skills: thorough knowledge, skills and ability to use Excel, Word Excellent customer service skills, maintains client confidentiality and effective working relationships. Ability to lift and transfer all supplies required to perform job duties. Qualifications
Minimum: Bachelor of Science degree or master's degree in Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition or Home Economics with emphasis in Nutrition per WIC Federal Regulation, CFR, Title 7, Part 246. This occupation requires that the incumbents meet the requirements outlined in Chapter 468, Part X, Florida Statutes, or be eligible to practice dietetics in accordance with Chapter 64B8-40 to 45, Florida Administrative Code. Valid State of Florida License as a Dietitian/Nutritionist issued by the Division of Medical Quality Assurance. Preferred: 2 years of Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program experience. Bilingual English and Spanish or English and Haitian Creole. Mission, Vision, 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:
Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness, Excellence (spelled out as
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Florida Department of Health – WIC/Nutrition Services 9827 Sheldon Rd., Tampa, FL 33635 The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida
Working for the State of Florida offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual and Sick Leave benefits Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year State Group Insurance options (health, life, dental, vision, and more) Retirement plan options with employer contributions Additional information about benefits can be found at www.myfrs.com or www.mybenefits.myflorida.com (formatted as text to remove links). Additional Information
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. You may be required to provide your SSN for background checks. Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, must be registered with the Selective Services System before their 26th birthday or have a Letter of Registration Exemption. More information at the SSS website. If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), check with FRS about how re-employment affects benefits. The successful candidate will be required to complete Form I-9 and verification will be conducted using E-Verify. E-Verify is operated by DHS in partnership with SSA. Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days. All positions require the ability to learn and communicate effectively 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 must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace with reasonable suspicion drug testing where applicable. Florida supports veteran hiring through the VALOR program; documentation requirements for Veterans’ Preference are available and must be submitted with applications. If there are any problems applying online, please call People First Staffing Administration: (877) 562-7287. Service Center hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET. TTY users: (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.
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Requisition No:864731 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST SUPV - 64049178 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number:64049178 Salary: $55,255.45 - $60,781.00 Posting Closing Date: 01/18/2026 Total Compensation Estimator
Tool DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH – HILLSBOROUGH SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST SUPERVISOR – 64049178 DIVISION OF WIC/NUTRITION 9827 Sheldon Road, Tampa, FL 33635 Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough County. If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview. Responsibilities
As a supervisor, trains, motivates, evaluates and monitors the daily work activities of the Public Health Nutritionist, Nutrition Educators, Public Assistance Specialist(s), Health Support Specialist(s), Senior Clerk(s) and a Health Support Technician. Reviews and analyzes worker productivity and performance on a monthly basis in assigned clinics. Completes WIC certifications by providing nutrition assessments and counseling to clients on normal and therapeutic diets. Provides breastfeeding education and support to WIC clients. Consults with health care practitioners to determine nutrition or health needs and diet prescription of WIC clients. Develops, documents and implements nutrition care plans based on assessments of nutrition needs and other current health plans, and provides follow up and referral as needed. Reviews annual Q/A team audit results and completes corrective action plan addressing all clinic deficiencies. Monitors clinic key process indicators and corrective action steps to ensure goals of clinic and nutrition division are being met. Prepares materials and reports pertaining to Nutrition Education as requested by Federal and State auditors. Coordinates with the Senior Human Services Program Manager regarding the Nutrition Education plan for WIC participants. Conducts and/or attends health related meetings, staff meetings, committees, and work groups. Assists with outreach activities, health fairs and other community activities as needed. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Effective verbal/written communication and telephone etiquette skills. Knowledge of local, state, and federal WIC Program policies and procedures. Knowledge of current science and practice of food, nutrition and dietetics; normal nutrition principles and dietary needs throughout the life cycle. Ability to assess appropriate and effective feeding for women, infants and children. Effectively counsel using the Value Enhanced Nutrition Assessment (VENA) techniques. Knowledge of medical terminology. Nutrition charting techniques using the designated format. Ability to use office equipment (computer, digital scale, stature board, Hemocue machine, copier, telephone, etc). Computer skills: thorough knowledge, skills and ability to use Excel, Word Excellent customer service skills, maintains client confidentiality and effective working relationships. Ability to lift and transfer all supplies required to perform job duties. Qualifications
Minimum: Bachelor of Science degree or master's degree in Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition or Home Economics with emphasis in Nutrition per WIC Federal Regulation, CFR, Title 7, Part 246. This occupation requires that the incumbents meet the requirements outlined in Chapter 468, Part X, Florida Statutes, or be eligible to practice dietetics in accordance with Chapter 64B8-40 to 45, Florida Administrative Code. Valid State of Florida License as a Dietitian/Nutritionist issued by the Division of Medical Quality Assurance. Preferred: 2 years of Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program experience. Bilingual English and Spanish or English and Haitian Creole. Mission, Vision, 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:
Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness, Excellence (spelled out as
I ,
C ,
A ,
R ,
E ). Where You Will Work
Florida Department of Health – WIC/Nutrition Services 9827 Sheldon Rd., Tampa, FL 33635 The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida
Working for the State of Florida offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: Annual and Sick Leave benefits Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year State Group Insurance options (health, life, dental, vision, and more) Retirement plan options with employer contributions Additional information about benefits can be found at www.myfrs.com or www.mybenefits.myflorida.com (formatted as text to remove links). Additional Information
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. You may be required to provide your SSN for background checks. Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, must be registered with the Selective Services System before their 26th birthday or have a Letter of Registration Exemption. More information at the SSS website. If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), check with FRS about how re-employment affects benefits. The successful candidate will be required to complete Form I-9 and verification will be conducted using E-Verify. E-Verify is operated by DHS in partnership with SSA. Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days. All positions require the ability to learn and communicate effectively 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 must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace with reasonable suspicion drug testing where applicable. Florida supports veteran hiring through the VALOR program; documentation requirements for Veterans’ Preference are available and must be submitted with applications. If there are any problems applying online, please call People First Staffing Administration: (877) 562-7287. Service Center hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET. TTY users: (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.
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