REGISTERED DIETITIAN

REGISTERED DIETITIANDepartment of Veterans Affairs$3,228.00 - $4,286.00 per MonthJob Posting: Registered DietitianDepartment of Veterans Affairs$3,228.00 - $4,286.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.Final Filing Date: 11/22/2026Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off Print Job Save JobJob Description and DutiesThis is an exciting opportunity to join our team at the California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet). We advocate with purpose and passion every day for our state's veterans and their families and connect them to their earned benefits. We offer a range of services, from our network of award-winning veterans' homes to our innovative home loans program. Additionally, we provide special statewide benefits and veteran outreach services.CalVet provides our staff with a wide range of fulfilling and enriching growth opportunities in skilled trades, healthcare, administrative and professional fields, and beyond. We actively cultivate an inclusive atmosphere that embraces individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and life journeys, empowering them to excel and flourish. We enthusiastically welcome your distinctive contributions to our organization and the meaningful work we undertake.This position is located in the Food Services Department of the Veterans Home of California - Lancaster and is responsible for nutrition assessments and provides medical nutrition therapy for all veteran residents.Effective July 1, 2025, California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that state employees shall receive a three percent (3%) reduction in pay in exchange for five (5) hours of PLP 2025 leave credits, monthly. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the 3% reduction in pay.Apply today to join our team! Visit our website at to learn more about us.Please note: You will need to take and pass an examination for Registered Dietitian to establish list eligibility prior to job offer. Pleasevisit for more information. Veterans are encouraged to utilize the state's Veterans Preference Program.You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.Working ConditionsWorking overtime is a requirement of this position.Employees of CalVet will be required to follow state or county public health guidelines and requirements enacted in accordance with infectious disease prevention and control.Minimum RequirementsYou will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.REGISTERED DIETITIANPosition DetailsJob Code #: JC-536441Position #(s): 576-214-2167-001Working Title: Registered DietitianClassification: REGISTERED DIETITIAN $3,228.00 - $4,286.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.# of Positions: 1Work Location: Los Angeles CountyTelework: In OfficeJob Type: Permanent, Part Time - 1/2 TimeFacility: VHC-L Human ResourcesWork Shift: Thur: 7:30am-11:30amWork Week: Tue/Wed: 7:30am-4:00pm andDepartment InformationThe California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) works to serve California veterans and their families. With nearly 1.6 million veterans living in the State, CalVet strives to ensure that its veterans of every era and their families get the state and federal benefits and services they have earned and deserve as a result of selfless and honorable military service. CalVet strives to serve veterans and their families with dignity and compassion and to help them achieve their highest quality of life.Department Website: RequirementsThe position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.The position(s) require(s) a(n) Registered Dietitian License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.We especially encourage veterans to apply utilizing CalVet's Veterans Hiring Preference (please refer to the Special Requirements section below) and the state's Veterans Preference program . Veterans may qualify for a CalVet Veterans Hiring Preference. Military service must be included in the Employment History section of the Employment Applications (STD. 678). The application package must include documentation of discharge, appropriate to the branch of service. The documentation must reflect a discharge/release under conditions other than dishonorable. If the candidate fails to include this information then the CalVet Veterans Hiring Preference shall not be granted in the recruitment. Successful completion of a live scan and a pre-employment physical (including drug testing for certain civil service classifications) will be required.Application InstructionsCompleted applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.Final Filing Date: 11/22/2026Who May ApplyIndividuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).How To ApplyComplete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:Address for Mailing Application PackagesYou may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:Department of Veterans Affairs VHC-L Human Resources Attn: Human Resources 45221 30th Street West Lancaster, CA 93536Address for Drop-Off Application PackagesYou may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:Department of Veterans Affairs VHC-L Human Resources Human Resources 45221 30th Street West Lancaster, CA 93536 08:00 AM - 05:00 PMRequired Application Package DocumentsThe following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.Applicant