Community Dietitian II / III - Temporary

Community Dietitian II / III - Temporary

Agency: 340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Supervisory Organization: 340 District 2

Job Posting End Date: Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank): Full/Part-Time: Part time

Job Type: Temporary

Why You'll Love It Here!

RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

Job Description

Salary:

Level II: up to $48.60/hourly, based on education and experience

Level III: up to $51.55/hourly, based on education and experience

Full Time /Part Time: Temporary

Work Schedule: Monday Friday

Primary Hours: 8-5, up to 20 hours a week.

Position Summary

The Community Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (CRDN) provides professional nutrition services to improve health outcomes and reduce health disparities in Oklahoma communities. This position delivers evidence-based nutrition counseling, education, and program development for children, families, and individuals across the lifespan with an emphasis on community-based prevention, chronic disease management, and food access.

This position plays a vital role in advancing the Oklahoma State Department of Health's mission to protect and promote health and to prevent disease and injury through comprehensive nutrition services. The CRDN serves as a bridge between clinical care and community wellness, ensuring all Oklahomans have access to high-quality, evidence-based nutrition support.

Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions

• Provide nutrition counseling, medical nutrition therapy (MNT), and group education through multiple delivery methods, including in-person visits, telehealth, and community presentations
• Promote nutrition interventions that address chronic disease prevention, food insecurity, and community health disparities
• Collaborate with local organizations, healthcare providers, and hospitals to integrate nutrition into patient care and strengthen community networks
• Collaborate with local Community Health Workers to promote patient outcome management
• Facilitate warm handoffs and connections to appropriate resources such as social work, mental health, lactation support, or community support programs
• Participate in local outreach, including but not limited to providing nutrition education at community events, grocery shopping tours, and cooking demonstrations
• Participate in data collection, evaluation, and reporting activities to measure program effectiveness
• Represent the OSDH County Health Department(s) in community coalitions, meetings, and health promotion events
• Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.
• Other duties as assigned.

70% Nutrition Services and Education

Deliver medical nutrition therapy for clients with or without a referral from a healthcare provider

Provide individualized and group nutrition counseling via telehealth, in-person visits, or home visits

Lead community or virtual nutrition education sessions covering topics such as label reading, healthy swaps, and meal preparation

Utilize digital tools and applications to support patient engagement, food tracking, and behavior change

Travel to counties within assigned districts to ensure service accessibility

30% Collaboration and Community Partnerships

Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with healthcare providers, community health workers, food pantries, schools, and local organizations to strengthen nutrition support systems

Coordinate closed-loop referrals and integrate nutrition services into clinical and community settings

Participate in community health initiatives, outreach events, and regional coalitions to promote health equity

Connect clients to appropriate community and social service resources through active coordination and referral

Other Duties

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Education and Experience

Level II

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of Registration as a Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and Licensure with the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision.

Preferred:

Experience in public health nutrition, community nutrition, maternal and child health, or pediatric nutrition

Experience with Medicaid populations

Additional certification(s), such as Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition (CSP), Certified Specialist Obesity and Weight Management (CSOWM), Internation Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) or similar, or other relevant advanced certifications that support community nutrition services across the lifespan

Level III

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of Registration as a Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and Licensure with the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision and two years of experience as a registered dietitian in a food service operation or in a public or community health program or facility. A master's degree in public health with a major in nutrition or a master's degree in foods and nutrition with an emphasis on nutrition may substitute for one year of experience.

Preferred:

Experience in public health nutrition, community nutrition, maternal and child health, or pediatric nutrition

Experience with Medicaid populations

Additional certification(s), such as Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition (CSP), Certified Specialist Obesity and Weight Management (CSOWM), Internation Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) or similar, or other relevant advanced certifications that support community nutrition services across the lifespan

Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of current dietetics and institutional diet management; of nutrition and its relationship to health; of nutritional values, costs and accounting; of available community resources; of health requirements and personal hygiene; of administrative principles and practices; of modern methods, materials and equipment used in food preparation and service; of conducting and interpreting nutrition surveys; of economic and social trends in nutrition; and of program planning and nutrition education techniques.

Ability is required to plan menus for general and special therapeutic diets; to keep necessary records; to establish effective working relationships with others; to present and prepare educational materials; to develop curricula for nutrition education program; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and to evaluate and judge the quality of food materials and develop menus.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. While performing the duties of the job, employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones. Employees must be willing to complete all job-related travel associated with this position, as well as have a flexible schedule to accommodate community events and outreach activities. Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.