State of Florida·Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Provide nutrition assessment, education, and counseling to WIC clients, including high-risk and low-risk individuals. Develop nutrition care plans and perform anthropometric and hematological testing in accordance with state and federal regulations.
07/13/2026 Total Compensation Estimator ToolFLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH OPS PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST / DIETITIAN - 64906075 WIC PROGRAM OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY This position requires you to work on site at one of our facilities located throughout Broward County. This is a full-time, in-office position. This is an OPS (Other Personal Services) position and as such no paid time off is offered. Health benefits will be offered for full-time employment. OPS employees are eligible to participate in a deferred compensation plan. We request that all applications be completed with People First - no faxed or mailed applications to the agency. Experience, education, and/or training used to meet the minimum qualifications and in response to the qualifying questions must be verifiable through information contained in your application. When completing the online application, all gaps of employment or education greater than 90 days starting from high school must be explained (approximate date, month, and year) identifying company name or if unemployed. Incomplete applications will not be considered. POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: This is a public health nutrition position working as a Public Health Nutritionist in the Florida Department of Health in Broward County. Employee provides nutrition education and support in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). Work is performed under the supervision of the Public Health Nutritionist Supervisor. This position is designated as a sensitive position and is required to maintain information inaccordance with state and federal statutes, rules, and regulations, as well as of the Florida Department of Health in Broward County Policies, Protocols, and Procedures. This position has been delegated custodial authority for their Program/Unit's information set(s) and/or secured areas(s).
Provides nutrition assessment, education and counseling to WIC medical high risk, high risk and low risk clients.
Develops nutrition care plans.
Provides breastfeeding promotion, education and support to WIC clients.
Responsible for documenting all client contacts in the WIC FL-WISE Data System.
Determines client program eligibility.
Work is performed following DHM 150-24 rules and regulations.
Assists in the in-service education for WIC staff.
Acts on behalf of the Public Health Nutrition Supervisor or Senior Public Health Nutritionist during their absence.
Performs anthropometric measurements and hematological testing for WIC clients following DHM 150 -24 rules and regulations.
Attends staff meetings, trainings and staff development activities as required.
Completes leave, attendance, EARS, travel and any other reports as required and according to established procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position:
Knowledge of the science and current practice of nutrition or dietetics.
Knowledge of the concepts and theories of nutrition or dietetics as it relates to growth, development, health or disease.
Knowledge of nutritional and dietary assessment techniques.
Knowledge of the methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing data.
Ability to interpret anthropometric, biochemical, dietary and clinical data.
Ability to provide nutrition education to others.
Ability to develop educational plans and materials.
Ability to make nutritional assessments and develop nutrition care plans.
Ability to provide counseling and/or referral services to promote health and normal nutrition.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work activities.
Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Must have required registration in accordance with Chapter 468, Florida Statutes, or eligible to practice dietetics in accordance with Chapter 64B8-40 to 45, Florida Administrative Code. Must have a Florida Licensure as a Dietitian/Nutritionist.
Must be able to work early morning, late evening, and Saturdays.
Mission: To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory) Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office) Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed) Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed) Deferred Compensation (voluntary) Employee Assistance Program (voluntary) 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.
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 safety-sensitive 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.
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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.
Must possess a Florida Licensure as a Dietitian/Nutritionist and be registered in accordance with Florida Statutes. Preferred candidates should be available to work early mornings, late evenings, and Saturdays.
Market context
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