Under general supervision, establishes and executes individual nutrition plans for moderate and high risk WIC clients to ensure proper nutrition of program participants. Certifies WIC participants for program eligibility and makes referrals to agency and community services.

Follows established defined procedures. Work is reoccurring and incumbents are required to select the guidelines and references that apply to the specific activity. New assignments are given with specific instructions and are not significantly different in nature or procedure from current and/or past assignments. While the work may be performed independently and not in the presence of a supervisor, it is performed in a situation of close control in that duties are routine and deviations from established procedures requires the approval of a supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Requires a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Licensed Nutritionist (LN) certification. Or a master’s degree in nutrition and eligibility to successfully complete the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) exam within one year of employment to obtain Registered Dietitian certification

Knowledge, skills and ability include: ·

• In depth knowledge of health care programs which meet requirements for registered dietitian
• In depth knowledge of nutrition theory and public health nutrition related to health and disease throughout the life cycle;
• Knowledge of community programs and resources;
• Knowledge of individual nutrition assessment, care planning, and patient motivation;
• Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor and clients;
• Skill in networking and forming effective collaborative relationships;
• Skill in written English sufficient and to use resources in carrying out assigned duties;
• Skill in using Microsoft office applications such as Word and Publisher;
• Ability to use discretion in dealing with confidential information;
• Ability to work as part of a team;
• Ability to work effectively across cultures and socio-economic levels; including working with interpreters, both in-person and on the phone.
• Ability to remain calm in fast paced environment with multiple priorities.

Most work is performed in a normal office environment. Work is generally light with considerable variety. Daily work involves regular computer and phone use, moving between buildings and rooms. Driving is required weekly. Occasional overnight travel may be required. Occasional light lifting up to 20 pounds. Activities include stooping, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing/listening, seeing/observing, repetitive motions. Light Work: Physical demands are normally those associated with light work: Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The job may require dealing with individuals who are emotionally charged. There is regular exposure to potential hazards such as body fluids, contagious diseases and environmental hazards. Some requirements in this job description may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required. To perform this job successfully, the worker must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. The City Administrator retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.