Public Health Nutritionist Full-Time Contractual NUTRITIONIST II

Main Purpose of Job The purpose of this full‑time contractual position is to support the delivery and implementation of evidence‑based programs such as the Family Health Weight Program (FHWP) and the Diabetes Self‑Management Education and Support (DSMES) Program to promote chronic disease prevention and management. This position will integrate Food as Medicine principles into nutrition education to improve health outcomes and support healthy lifestyle behaviors. This position will also serve as a subject matter expert in nutrition matters to the local health department, other local government agencies, and the community. Location MDH – Prince George's County 9187 Central Ave. Capitol Heights, MD 20748 Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Education: Determined by the Maryland State Board of Dietetic Practice under the licensing requirements for Nutritionists and Dietitians. Experience: Two years of experience providing professional nutrition or dietetic services. Notes Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree in Public Health, Community Health or Nutrition from an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience. Candidates may substitute United States Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Dietitian and Nutritionist classification or Dietitian and Nutritionist specialty codes in the Dietitian field of work on a year‑for‑year basis for the required experience. Desired or Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of the science and practice of nutrition, its relationship to health and disease, and its effect on quality of life. Knowledge of needs and issues or problems in nutrition in the community. Knowledge of techniques of nutrition education as it relates to target populations and chronic conditions. Experience making public presentations using a variety of media. Experience evaluating the suitability, cultural competency and effectiveness of nutrition education materials. Ability to communicate effectively and establish rapport to build and maintain working relationships with health professionals, paraprofessionals and community leaders and members. Licenses, Registrations, and Certifications Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a current license as a Dietitian/Nutritionist from the Maryland State Board of Dietetic Practice. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require motor‑vehicle operation. Those employees must possess a valid motor‑vehicle operator's license in the State of Maryland. Benefits Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled, while the State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits. Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Maryland