SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64033443 1 1 1
Florida Department of Financial Services, Sarasota, Florida, United States, 34243
SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64033443 1 1 1
Date: Jan 18, 2026
Requisition No: 861519
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64033443 1 1 1
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
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, Florida Administrative 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
ccounability: 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
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.
Equal Opportunity and Other Legal Statements 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.
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.
Location SARASOTA, FL, US, 34237
Nearest Markets Nearest Major Market: Sarasota
Nearest Secondary Market: Tampa
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Requisition No: 861519
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64033443 1 1 1
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
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, Florida Administrative 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
ccounability: 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
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.
Equal Opportunity and Other Legal Statements 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.
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.
Location SARASOTA, FL, US, 34237
Nearest Markets Nearest Major Market: Sarasota
Nearest Secondary Market: Tampa
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