Nutritionist - Clinics

Vacancy is in the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program in the Health and Human Services Department.

Under direction, to plan, develop, implement and evaluate the nutrition and breastfeeding education program for WIC clinics and participants. Directs, supervises and reviews the activities of other Nutritionist, Senior Nutrition Aides, Nutrition Aides and clerical personnel in the Nutrition Unit. Interacts with the State Health Services WIC Program Nutrition Coordinator on program development. Interviews clients for the purpose of collecting information and data from them to assess their needs. Maintains detailed records and compiles statistics and reports. Communicates changes in WIC policies to clinics and participating physicians and interacts with them regarding clients' medical welfare. Acts for WIC Public Health Program Manager in his/her absence. Conducts nutrition education programs in the community with community agencies and community groups. Develops an annual nutrition education plan in compliance with Federal and State regulations and guidelines. Prescribes appropriate food packages for program participants.

The examination will consist of a rating of your training and experience as contained on your application and may include a written test, an oral test, a performance test, or a combination thereof. All parts of the examination, including tests and ratings, will be related to the requirements of the position. Principles and practices of maternal and child nutrition.

Social and welfare agencies, institutions, clinics and cooperating agencies in the community.

Various ethnic food preferences and habits in the community.

Educational methods to be applied in a community nutrition program.

Plan, develop, implement and evaluate a nutrition education program.

Navigate Microsoft suite and other computer programs.

Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

A Master's degree from an institution accredited by a recognized regional accrediting body in nutritional sciences, community nutrition, clinical nutrition, dietetics, or public health nutrition AND one (1) year of progressively responsible experience in nutrition in a health care facility or agency. OR A Bachelor's degree from a four-year institution accredited by a recognized regional accrediting body with a major in nutritional sciences, community nutrition, clinical nutrition, dietetics, or public health nutrition AND two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in nutrition or a health care facility or agency, one (1) of which was in a lead capacity. A COPY OF YOUR DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION. Physical Demands and Working Conditions Work is performed primarily in an office environment with some travel to different sites. Incumbent may be required to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends. If appointed, you will serve 3-12 months of probation.

Application must be completed in its entirety, including required documentation. Applications without proper documentation shall result in your disqualification.

All correspondence and information concerning the application and testing process will occur via email, unless otherwise requested at the time of application.

Applications via facsimile or email are not accepted.

EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCES AND LEGAL NOTICES

Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. Veteran's Preference Form: Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form, along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.

Americans With Disabilities Act: The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.

An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.