NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64002563

Requisition No: 876052 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64002563

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64002563 

Salary:  $53,550.12 ANNUALLY 

Posting Closing Date: 05/22/2026 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64002563

WIC

INTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY

This position requires you to work on site at one of our facilities located throughout Broward County.

This position requires in-office work.

Applicants accepted only from Department of Health employees, (includes OPS, Career Service, SES or SMS employees). Applicants will not be accepted from outside of the department.

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 professional public health nutrition position working as a Nutrition Educator supervising Senior Clerks, Health Support Technicians and Health Support Specialists in the Broward County Health Department's WIC program. Employee provides nutrition assessment and counseling for 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 in accordance with state and federal statutes, rules, and regulations, as well as of the Broward County Health Department Policies, Protocols, and Procedures. This position has been delegated custodial authority for their Program/Unit's information set(s) and/or secured areas(s). 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.

Supervises Health Support Technicians, Health Support Specialists, and Senior Clerical Staff of an assigned WIC site. Monitors and ensures compliance with the WIC Program regulations as described in WIC procedure manual/DHM 150-24. Ensures staff: Operate all anthropometric equipment essential to required duties. Calibrates, cleans, and maintains scales and length and height boards. Maintains calibration logs. Weighs and measures clients, using age-appropriate equipment and procedures based on standardized practice and Center for Disease Control Guidelines. Records anthropometric data in the WIC computer system. Performs hemoglobin/hematocrit tests according to DOH (Department of Health), CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments) regulations and WIC procedure manual/DHM 150-24. Disposes of blood contaminated materials in compliance with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations. Performs hemoglobin/hematocrit testing according to procedures and guidelines of equipment being used. Calibrates, cleans, and sanitizes blood collection area. Records hemoglobin/hematocrit results in the WIC data system. Maintains any logs and reports necessary for job function. Maintains supplies and equipment for use in testing. Enters client data into the WIC Data System, FL-WISE; completes computer screens accurately; issues benefits, schedules client’s appointments and issues special formula. Interviews clients for demographic, financial eligibility, medical data and nutrition history. Instruct participants, individually or in groups, on the redemptive process of WIC benefits, participant's rights and obligations and program procedures. Delivers low risk secondary nutrition contact to WIC clients following established procedure. Offers voter registration services to all WIC clients, in accordance with the National Voter Registration Act. Distributes and assists with completion of Voter Registration Applications. Keeps informed and implements all federal, state and local WIC policies and procedures. Performs check-in/registration duties according to local agency and state guidelines. Monitors and takes action to improve indicators and meet program goals. Responsible for monitoring, evaluating and discipline of assigned site staff. Responsible for site staff schedule ensuring adequate coverage for scheduled appointments. Maintains records and prepares, submits and monitors reports as requested per established deadlines.

Provides individual and group nutrition assessment and education to high and low risk clients for the WIC Program. Assists clients in making client centered, measurable, and obtainable goals. Provides breastfeeding promotion, education and support to WIC clients. Responsible for documenting all client contacts in the WIC Data System. All work is performed following WIC procedure manual/DHM 150-24 rules and regulations.

Determines client eligibility following WIC procedure manual/DHM 150-24 rules and regulations.

Performs anthropometric measurements and hematological testing for WIC clients following WIC procedure manual/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.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position:

• Knowledge of current science and practice of Food and Nutrition Dietetics.
• Up-to-date knowledge of WIC Program (Federal Rules and Regulations) as outlined in WIC procedure manual/HDM 150-24.
• Up-to-date knowledge of WIC Information Project of the WIC Program.
• Knowledge of medical record documentation methods SOAP (Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan).
• Ability to educate on food and nutritional needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
•  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with others.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. This may include working in a special needs or Red Cross shelter, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
2. Current employee of Florida Department of Health. Applicants accepted only from Department of Health employees, (includes OPS, Career Service, SES or SMS employees). Applicants will not be accepted from outside of the department.
3. This position requires current authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. The Department of Health is unable to provide employment visa sponsorship. Are you authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship?
4. This is a full-time in-office position.  Willing to physically come in the office to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
5. A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition, Dietetics, or Food and Nutrition from an accredit college or university.
6. Experience providing WIC services to clients including nutrition education, determining eligibility, issuing benefits, and taking anthropometric and hematological measurements.
7. Experience preparing, maintaining, and submitting WIC reports per established deadlines.
8. Valid driver's license, free of major infractions and access to an automobile to be utilized for work purposes.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Experience providing training to staff on WIC processes.

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:

BROWARD COUNTY

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 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. 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.

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.