SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64000374
State of Florida, Umatilla, FL, United States
Senior Public Health Nutritionist
Requisition No: 868997
Agency: Department of Health
Position Number: 64000374
Salary: $55,000.00 - $57,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 03/24/2026
Responsibilities This position provides nutrition assessment, nutrition education, breastfeeding education, and counseling, including documenting high‑risk and medically high‑risk care plans, when appropriate, for clients enrolled in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).
It involves certifying and recertifying clients for the WIC Program, prescribing WIC food packages, and maintaining a working knowledge of the FL‑WiSE system.
High‑risk and medically high‑risk nutrition care plans are developed and documented using the SOAP method, and close follow‑up is provided to ensure required nutrition education contacts are met.
The role also oversees direct distribution formula at the Umatilla WIC office, manages client spreadsheets, conducts monthly inventories and reports, and collects data from the FL‑WiSE system for quality improvement purposes.
Additional duties are assigned as needed, and a security background check and drug screening are required for employment.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of the current science and practice of food and nutrition, dietetics, and medical nutrition therapy.
Knowledge of the concepts and theories of nutrition or dietetics as it relates to growth, development, health, and disease.
Knowledge of nutritional and dietary assessment techniques.
Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing, and analyzing data.
Ability to interpret anthropometric, biochemical, dietary, and clinical data.
Ability to provide nutrition education to others.
Demonstrates the ability to develop comprehensive nutritional assessments and individualized nutrition care plans with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and minimizing errors.
Ability to provide counseling and/or referral services to promote health and normal nutrition.
Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to use a computer, printer, scanner, fax machine, and calculator.
Ability to type proficiently.
Ability to deal effectively with a variety of people and resolve conflict while providing outstanding customer service.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Qualifications Minimum
Licensed as a dietitian/nutritionist in accordance with Florida Statutes, or eligible to practice dietetics under Florida Administrative Code.
Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in case of emergencies.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in nutrition science, community nutrition, clinical nutrition, or dietetics. Official transcript required.
In‑office position only; willing to physically attend the office.
Willing to travel to different WIC sites in Lake County.
Preferred
Experience providing nutrition counseling in a health care setting.
Experience certifying or recertifying clients in a WIC program.
Experience providing training to staff or co‑workers.
Experience speaking, writing, and reading the Spanish language.
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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Agency: Department of Health
Position Number: 64000374
Salary: $55,000.00 - $57,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 03/24/2026
Responsibilities This position provides nutrition assessment, nutrition education, breastfeeding education, and counseling, including documenting high‑risk and medically high‑risk care plans, when appropriate, for clients enrolled in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).
It involves certifying and recertifying clients for the WIC Program, prescribing WIC food packages, and maintaining a working knowledge of the FL‑WiSE system.
High‑risk and medically high‑risk nutrition care plans are developed and documented using the SOAP method, and close follow‑up is provided to ensure required nutrition education contacts are met.
The role also oversees direct distribution formula at the Umatilla WIC office, manages client spreadsheets, conducts monthly inventories and reports, and collects data from the FL‑WiSE system for quality improvement purposes.
Additional duties are assigned as needed, and a security background check and drug screening are required for employment.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of the current science and practice of food and nutrition, dietetics, and medical nutrition therapy.
Knowledge of the concepts and theories of nutrition or dietetics as it relates to growth, development, health, and disease.
Knowledge of nutritional and dietary assessment techniques.
Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing, and analyzing data.
Ability to interpret anthropometric, biochemical, dietary, and clinical data.
Ability to provide nutrition education to others.
Demonstrates the ability to develop comprehensive nutritional assessments and individualized nutrition care plans with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and minimizing errors.
Ability to provide counseling and/or referral services to promote health and normal nutrition.
Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to use a computer, printer, scanner, fax machine, and calculator.
Ability to type proficiently.
Ability to deal effectively with a variety of people and resolve conflict while providing outstanding customer service.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Qualifications Minimum
Licensed as a dietitian/nutritionist in accordance with Florida Statutes, or eligible to practice dietetics under Florida Administrative Code.
Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in case of emergencies.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in nutrition science, community nutrition, clinical nutrition, or dietetics. Official transcript required.
In‑office position only; willing to physically attend the office.
Willing to travel to different WIC sites in Lake County.
Preferred
Experience providing nutrition counseling in a health care setting.
Experience certifying or recertifying clients in a WIC program.
Experience providing training to staff or co‑workers.
Experience speaking, writing, and reading the Spanish language.
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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