Nutritionist I - Non-Merit

Nutritionist I

Under general supervision, plans, develops, implements, and conducts programs providing professional nutrition services.

Examples of Essential Duties:

• Plans, implements, conducts and evaluates programs providing various nutrition services such as nutrition assessment, counseling, and education.
• Supervises subordinate staff.
• Develops and implements the nutrition education component of public health programs.
• Conducts studies of local nutritional needs and resources.
• Provides advice, consultation and guidance to human service providers, community organizations, and individuals regarding nutrition.
• Researches, prepares and presents reports on nutrition and related health topics.
• Researches and responds to requests and inquires from the public and staff.
• Assist in developing grant proposals and justifications.
• Prepares and administers program budgets.

Examples of Other Duties May perform other duties as requested.

Required Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in nutrition, nutrition education, dietetics, or a related field. plus at least three years' of professional experience in human nutrition or dietetics. (Qualifying education beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. Licenses and Certificates Current registration as a Dietitian with the American Dietetic Association and licensure as a Nutritionist by the Maryland Board of Dietetic Practice are required at the time of appointment. Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (

Conditions of Employment The work of this classification may entail travel to various sites throughout the County. Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete and physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification, and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise. Equal Opportunity Employer Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants. Smoke free workplace All Baltimore County offices are smoke free. Drug free workplace Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination. Employee Assistance Program Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life. Health Insurance In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week. Flexible Spending Accounts Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs. Life Insurance In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week. Retirement Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions. Paid Leave Sick Leave Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement. Vacation Leave Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally. Holidays Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday. Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services. Direct Deposit Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required. Deferred Compensation Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.