Nutritionist I (Specialist Officer II) - Non-Merit

Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week A Non-Merit vacancy exists in Clinical Services/Women, Infants & Children (WIC), Department of Health and Human Services. Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan. Responsibilities Under general supervision, plans, develops, implements, and conducts programs providing professional nutrition services. 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 inquiries from the public and staff. Assists in developing grant proposals and justifications. Prepares and administers program budgets. Examples of Other Duties May perform other related duties as required. (NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.) Required Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in nutrition, nutrition education, dietetics, or a related field. At least three years' 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. Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, Class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment. Preferred Qualifications Supervisory experience with professional and support staff. Bilingual skills. Examination Procedure Qualified applicants will be assigned a rating based on an evaluation of their training and experience as submitted on their application and supplemental questionnaire. Applicants are advised to state the dates, duties and responsibilities of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes. New employees are strongly encouraged to get COVID-19 vaccination. Physical and Environmental Conditions 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 a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks. #J-18808-Ljbffr Baltimore County