Public Health Nutritionist I

Position
Nutritionist - Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA)

Starting salary based on qualifications at time of appointment.

Future Salary Increases

June 2026 - 5.37% increase to base pay (3.50% Across-the-Board + 1.87% Market Adjustment)

June 2027 - 4.87% increase to base pay (3.00% Across-the-Board + 1.87% Market Adjustment)

Responsibilities
Incumbents are responsible for resident nutrition assessment, organizing, planning, and administering nutrition programs to promote health and control diseases, as well as providing technical, educational, consultative, and administrative nutrition‑related services.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in nutrition science or dietetics, AND two (2) years experience in hospital or community nutrition; OR

A master's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in public health nutrition sciences.

NOTE: Registration as a dietitian with the American Dietetic Association (Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics)/Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) is required. A valid National Provider Identification Number (NPI) is required at the time of employment.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application work history or supplemental questionnaire.

Hiring Process and Timeline

Job offer and background process begins after week of May 4, 2026. Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.

Pre‑employment medical screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.

Anticipated start date: Based upon successful completion of medical screening or mutually agreed date.

Condition of Employment
Prospective candidates will undergo background check (including fingerprinting) and pre‑employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.

Evaluation
Qualified applicants will be placed on a six‑month employment list based on evaluation scores from their application and supplemental questionnaire.

Accommodation
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions on a case‑by‑case basis.

Veteran Preference Policy
The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers. Please read the Veteran's Preference Policy for additional information.

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