Public Health Nutritionist Manager
State of Louisiana, Lake Charles, LA, United States
The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana.
Step into a leadership role that makes a real impact on community health. As a
Public Health Nutritionist Manager (Public Health Nutritionist)
you’ll lead and shape the delivery of vital nutrition services across Region V, with a primary focus on the WIC program. In this dynamic role, you’ll manage regional program operations, guide and mentor a multidisciplinary team, and ensure families receive high‑quality, accessible nutrition support.
You’ll serve as a key liaison between state and regional partners, driving the implementation of nutrition policies while strengthening program quality, outreach, and participant engagement. If you’re a licensed RD with a passion for leadership, public service, and improving health outcomes for women, infants, and children, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference while advancing your career.
Qualifications
Possession of a permanent Louisiana Dietitian/Nutritionist license plus four years of licensed experience in public health nutrition or dietetics in a clinical setting.
Job Duties
Leads and manages regional WIC program operations and nutrition services, ensuring effective implementation of policies, procedures, and strategic initiatives.
Provides supervision, guidance, and performance oversight to multidisciplinary staff, including Public Health Nutritionists, Health Educators, Registered Nurses, and contract personnel.
Ensures program quality and compliance by conducting evaluations, monitoring adherence to state policies, and implementing continuous quality improvement efforts.
Serves as liaison between the WIC State Agency (BONS) and regional/local staff to support consistent interpretation and execution of the Nutrition Services State Plan.
Directs regional strategic planning, including staffing, outreach, service delivery improvements, and identification of gaps to enhance participant outcomes.
Oversees outreach, community partnerships, and emergency response efforts to promote nutrition services, breastfeeding awareness, and meet community needs during disasters.
Manages administrative and operational functions, including budget monitoring, contract oversight, staff training, and serving as a subject matter expert in maternal and child nutrition.
Position‑Specific Details
Location:
Office of Public Health / Region 5-BRCO / Calcasieu Parish
Appointment Type:
temporary appointment (up to 48 months)
Cost Center:
3262108005
Position Number:
129288
Equal Opportunity Statement
LDH is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to recruit a highly productive and diverse workforce, and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non‑merit factor.
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Step into a leadership role that makes a real impact on community health. As a
Public Health Nutritionist Manager (Public Health Nutritionist)
you’ll lead and shape the delivery of vital nutrition services across Region V, with a primary focus on the WIC program. In this dynamic role, you’ll manage regional program operations, guide and mentor a multidisciplinary team, and ensure families receive high‑quality, accessible nutrition support.
You’ll serve as a key liaison between state and regional partners, driving the implementation of nutrition policies while strengthening program quality, outreach, and participant engagement. If you’re a licensed RD with a passion for leadership, public service, and improving health outcomes for women, infants, and children, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference while advancing your career.
Qualifications
Possession of a permanent Louisiana Dietitian/Nutritionist license plus four years of licensed experience in public health nutrition or dietetics in a clinical setting.
Job Duties
Leads and manages regional WIC program operations and nutrition services, ensuring effective implementation of policies, procedures, and strategic initiatives.
Provides supervision, guidance, and performance oversight to multidisciplinary staff, including Public Health Nutritionists, Health Educators, Registered Nurses, and contract personnel.
Ensures program quality and compliance by conducting evaluations, monitoring adherence to state policies, and implementing continuous quality improvement efforts.
Serves as liaison between the WIC State Agency (BONS) and regional/local staff to support consistent interpretation and execution of the Nutrition Services State Plan.
Directs regional strategic planning, including staffing, outreach, service delivery improvements, and identification of gaps to enhance participant outcomes.
Oversees outreach, community partnerships, and emergency response efforts to promote nutrition services, breastfeeding awareness, and meet community needs during disasters.
Manages administrative and operational functions, including budget monitoring, contract oversight, staff training, and serving as a subject matter expert in maternal and child nutrition.
Position‑Specific Details
Location:
Office of Public Health / Region 5-BRCO / Calcasieu Parish
Appointment Type:
temporary appointment (up to 48 months)
Cost Center:
3262108005
Position Number:
129288
Equal Opportunity Statement
LDH is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to recruit a highly productive and diverse workforce, and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non‑merit factor.
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