Community Nutrition & Lactation Coordinator

Job Posting Title

Community Nutrition & Lactation Coordinator

Agency

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Supervisory Organization

340 WIC Service

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

The annual salary for this position is up to $77,550.00, based on education and experience.

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!!!

Oh yeah, did we mention perks? We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

Job Description

Location: Central Office – 123 Robert S. Kerr

Salary: up to $77,550.00, based on education and experience

Full Time /Part Time: Full Time

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday

Primary Hours: 8am to 5pm

 

Position Description: The Community Nutrition & Lactation Coordinator is responsible for providing technical assistance and promoting best practices on lactation and nutrition, with a primary focus on community and rural health, for internal and external partners statewide. This position functions under the direct supervision of the Nutrition Services Manager for WIC and Community Nutrition Services.

 

Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Provide supervision, training, and contract monitoring for a team of registered dietitian nutritionist and lactation specialist contract positions.

• Develop and implement project plans aligned with Federal Block grant goals and ensure compliance with all applicable federal regulations and reporting requirements.

• Provide consultation and technical assistance to internal and external partners on nutrition- and lactation-related policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Lead the Breastfeeding Workgroup of the Preparing for a Lifetime initiative to reduce infant mortality.

• Support county health departments through leadership and guidance on nutrition and lactation programs and services.

• Identify and pursue external funding opportunities that support organizational and program goals.

• Develop and coordinate staff development, training, and health education presentations.

• Serves as nutrition and lactation subject matter expert, interpreting complex regulations and providing guidance to staff, leadership, and partners, including at state and national meetings.

• Knowledge of policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal laws as they pertain to nutrition and lactation.

• Respond to and complete interviews with state and local media relating to nutrition or lactation as requested.

• Deliver effective presentations in a variety of settings (in-person, virtual, small or large groups).

• Maintain and expand professional knowledge of lifecycle nutrition and lactation through ongoing training and professional development.

• Serve on designated state-level task forces, workgroups, and committees, collaborating with agencies and organizations with shared objectives.

• Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.

• Other duties as assigned.

 

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.

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior for OSDH.

• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

• Performs related work as required and assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Consists of registration as a dietitian or dietitian nutritionist (RD or RDN) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration and licensure with the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision plus 4 years of experience as a registered dietitian. A master’s degree in public health with a major in nutrition or a master’s degree with an emphasis on nutrition may substitute for one year of experience.

 

This position has preferred qualifications: Applicants with certification as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).

 

 

Application Requirements:

• If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.

• All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

 

Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Requirements include the ability to plan, coordinate, and implement multiple projects and priorities; take guidance and direction and move forward with implementation; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; interpret and apply federal and state as well as agency policies and procedures; exercise good judgment in the solution of problems.

 

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; carry light items; drive an automobile. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Occasionally, in state overnight and weekend travel may be required. 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.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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