PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST SUPERVISOR - 64051091 1

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Open Competitive 

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Responsible for the supervision of staff including appraisals, planning and directing work, approving
leave, and having the authority for hiring and taking disciplinary action or effectively recommending
such actions.

Certifies and provides nutrition assessments and counseling for low, high, and medically high-risk
WIC participants. They conduct group nutrition classes, demonstrations, and other nutrition 
education activities and provide breastfeeding support for clients. They offer referrals to medical,
health, and socioeconomic agencies and collaborate closely with the Healthy Start Program as the
primary nutrition contact. The supervisor provides individualized nutrition counseling for participants
and makes referrals to other health agencies and private physicians as needed.

In addition, the supervisor assists in planning, implementing, and evaluating public health nutrition
programs for WIC clients, department patients, and staff. They help ensure compliance with federal,
state, and local program guidelines.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

The supervisor facilitates and oversees all required nutrition training for newly hired staff, including
FL-WiSE modules, Nutrition Through the Lifecycle, VENA Participant-Centered Education, and
nutrition-related in-service trainings conducted at WIC staff meetings. They are responsible for
supervising nutrition staff in all clinic locations and providing ongoing professional guidance and
support.

In-Service and Staff Development:
The supervisor participates in in-service programs and staff development activities relevant to job
duties. They regularly attend seminars and workshops related to WIC policies and procedures,
breastfeeding, and nutrition to stay current in the field.

Other Duties:The supervisor performs other related duties as assigned and is required to travel as part of the
position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the methods of data collection. Ability to accurately enter information into multiply
data systems. Knowledge, skill in the application of nutrition principles, and practices as they relate
to the needs of clients. Ability to work independently, be organized and attentive to details. Ability to
motivate, develop, direct people as they work. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Ability to
communicate effectively with in writing and orally as indicated by the needs. Ability to establish and
maintain effective working relationships. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules,
regulations, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications:
Must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with the major course of
study in nutritional science, community nutrition, clinical nutrition, or dietetics in accordance with the
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Association and Florida Chapter 468. Must have a current/active
license, in good standing, as a Dietitian or Nutritionist in the State of Florida issued by the Division of
Medical Quality Assurance. Valid driver’s license.

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county &
community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance
improvement.

Where You Will Work:
Tallahassee, FL

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for
employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: Annual and Sick Leave benefits;

• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
•  State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other
  supplemental insurance options;
•  Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
  (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);
•  Flexible Spending Accounts;
•  Tuition waivers;
•  And more!
  For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Please be advised:
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation
provided through the electronic application process.

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct
deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration.
Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this
background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safetysensitive
positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they
are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter
of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS
website: http://www.sss.gov

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your
current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current
retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of
your retirement.

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be
verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in
partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work
hours or days.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and
communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this
requirement will not be considered.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not
tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act,
must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287).
Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the
accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable
suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service
men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members
of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for
vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR
program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing
and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60
months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military
service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication
devoted to protecting our country.  

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.