WIC Nutritionist Senior

Job Description:

WIC Nutritionist Senior

Description

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Food and Nutrition plus two (2) years of experience in a field related to Nutrition or Dietetics.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid Class C Texas driver’s license.
• Completion of all required WIC modules during the probationary period.

Notes to Applicants
Position Overview:
The WIC Nutritionist Senior will administer lead responsibilities for the day-today activities in the WIC clinic. This includes but is not limited to acting as a liaison between the clinic and the program manager, including notifying them about staffing, supply and equipment needs. Handling incident and accident reporting, and resolving on-site customer service issues. Assisting management with the implementation of internal processes and changes. Assessing clients’ income and nutritional needs to determine their eligibility for the WIC program.

Grant Funded Position

• This position is grant-funded, meaning its financial support comes from allocated funds that may be modified, reduced, or canceled at the discretion of the City of Austin or the grant provider.

APH Information:

• This position supports Austin Public Health’s Mission and Core Purpose identified in the Austin Public Health Strategic Plan .
• Departmental Competencies related to the position can be found on Austin Public Health’s website .

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Immunization Requirement:

• Due to high-risk areas, Austin Public Health employees must comply with the department’s immunization policy.

Regarding your application:

• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Qualifying education experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities must be clearly stated on your application. Resumes are welcome, but we do not use any information provided on your resume to qualify and refer you to the hiring department.
• Work experience listed must include a month, year, and a verifiable Supervisor or Human Resources phone number.
• Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meets the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees in Good Standing who are candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview.

Additional Information:

• When public health responds to an emergency, you may be assigned activities that are outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than Austin Public Health.
• This position is eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSF ) Program. This federal program is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer.

If you are selected to interview:

• Military/Veterans must provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of the initial interview to receive military/veteran interview preference
• This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ).
• If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED , undergraduate, and/or graduate degrees, will be required.

Electronic Notification to Applications:

• Applicants will be notified via e-mail to communicate important information related to the status of their application as part of an ongoing effort to increase operational efficiency, promote a green environment, and minimize delays and costs.
• Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide are current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our e-mails or fail to check your inbox in a timely manner.
• Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Please note that the Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days
• When public health responds to an emergency, you may be assigned activities outside your job description. This may involve responding anytime, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the Austin Public Health.
• This position is eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSF ) Program. This federal program is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans.

Travel:

If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Tobacco-free Workplace
The City of Austin is a tobacco-free workplace. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any City of Austin worksite- including construction sites, parking lots, garages, or in personal vehicles parked on the premises

Pay Range
$25.74 - $30.50

Hours
Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; closed 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Ability to work outside 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and some weekends

Job Close Date 01/21/2025 Type of Posting External Department Austin Public Health Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Grant Funded Category Professional Location St John's WIC Preferred Qualifications

• Previous WIC experience
• Experience in team leading or supervisory skills
• Customer service experience
• Ability to provide own transportation
• Experience communicating effectively
• Experience teaching classes
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to travel to more than one work location
  
  

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.



1. Administer lead responsibilities for day to day activities for WIC clinic
2. Liaison between clinic and Program Supervisor including notification of clinic staffing, supply and equipment needs, report incidents/accidents, and address and resolve immediate customer complaints.
3. Assist Management with ensuring implementation of internal standardized process changes.
4. Assess income and nutritional needs to determine eligibility for WIC Program according to Federal, State, and local policies and procedures.
5. Deliver group and individual nutrition and breastfeeding education according to agency approved Nutrition Education Plan.
6. Perform participant income and health screenings which includes obtaining ID, residency, and health history measuring height, weight and length of WIC client and plotting on growth grid, calculating income and BMI , performing
finger stick and determining conditions of nutritional need.
7. Prescribe supplemental food package, assess need for breastfeeding pumps and supplies, and issues in accordance with Federal, State and Local policies and procedures.
8. Screen immunization record to obtain immunization status.
9. Refer participants to appropriate community, health and human service resources as needed.
10. Issue and maintain inventory of returned formula, breast pumps and supplies, and educational material according
to policy.
11. Participate in assigned health fairs, community events and projects and makes presentations to groups as assigned.
12. Prepare bulletin boards with nutrition messages according to agency approved Nutrition Education Plan.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training and guidance to others.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

•Knowledge of lead techniques and principles.
•Knowledge of Federal, State, City, and local policies and regulations that pertain to WIC services.
•Knowledge of principles and practice of nutrition, breastfeeding physiology, anatomy, and counseling and training techniques.
•Knowledge of public health programs, social services and client needs.
•Skill in providing nutrition and breastfeeding education and excellent customer service and support.
•Skill in handling multiple tasks, organizing and prioritizing.
•Skill in using computers and related software applications.
•Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
•Ability to work with frequent interruptions.
•Ability to train others.
•Ability to communicate information and ideas, effectively, clearly and concisely with others.
•Ability to interact effectively and professionally with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, education, racial, ethnic and professional backgrounds; managers, co-workers, and members of the public and professional groups.
Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* This position requires graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in Food and Nutrition plus two (2) years of experience in a field related to Nutrition or Dietetics. Do you meet these qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.

* If hired, are you willing to complete all required WIC modules during the initial six months employment probationary period?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a Texas Class C Drivers License. Do you have a Texas Class C Drivers License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a Texas Class C Drivers License by your hire date?

• Yes
• No

* The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?

• Yes
• No

* Employment positions within the WIC unit are considered working in "High Risk Areas" and require proof of immunization and annual TB skin testing or other screening for tuberculosis; do you agree to receive all immunizations and testing necessary to be in compliance with this requirement?
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have previous experience working with the WIC Program?

• Yes
• No

* Which of the following best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically with Word, Excel, and Outlook?

• No experience
• Basic: create/edit simple documents, spreadsheets, & emails
• Intermediate: create/edit a variety of documents & spreadsheets; reformat document features such as color, font style and size of text, change page size/width, & filter/sort data fields
• Advanced: create/edit complex documents & spreadsheets; integrate features such as tables, charts, mathematic formulas, hyperlinks, graphics; data/mail merge, import data from one document to another

* An important service the WIC Program provides is promoting ansupporting breastfeeding. How do you promote and support breastfeeding with your friends and family?
(Open Ended Question)
* Are you available to work outside of regular business hours (7:00am - 7:00pm) if there is a business need?

• Yes
• No

* In the prior twelve months have you been employed by, owned any interest in, or been an officer or board member, for any business entity, including a non-profit organization, that is transacting any business with the City of Austin, including a recipient of any contracts, grants, or any funds of any kind from the City of Austin?

• Yes
• No
• Don't know

Optional & Required Documents

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