PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION PROGRAM DIRECTOR - 64030632

Requisition No: 859612 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION PROGRAM DIRECTOR - 64030632

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64030632 

Salary:  $44,990.14 -$50,000 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 08/29/2025 

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WIC & Nutrition Public Health Nutrition Program Director

The Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County is seeking a Nutrition Director to assist the Program Manager in leading the Local Agency’s WIC Program.  The individual in this position will assist with developing, implementing, and monitoring the policies and procedures of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC Program) for the Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County to assure compliance with Federal regulations and state policies and procedures as described in the WIC Procedure Manual DHM 150-24, WIC Data System User Guide, WIC Data System Manager Guide, WIC CPA (Competent Professional Authority) Guidebook, Formula Reference Guide and Formulary.

Responsibilities Include:

• Monitors and evaluates the program for compliance within established guidelines.
• Manages the quality improvement and quality assurance component of the WIC program through completion of quarterly chart audit, monitoring program indicators and working QA reports.
• Assists with completion of the Biennial Self-Review and the Nutrition Program Plan.
• Coordinate programmatic training, and continuing education to meet program requirements.
• Directly supervises the Breastfeeding Coordinator and assists with planning, developing, implementing and strategies for promoting breastfeeding, especially among high risk and low income clients.
• Directly supervises the Vendor Manager and assists with planning, developing, implementing and evaluating strategies to ensure effective and efficient vendor management program.
• Directly supervises the Outreach Coordinator and assists with planning, developing, implementing and evaluating strategies to ensure an effective outreach program.
• Participates and coordinates as needed with the recruitment, selection, hiring and training of staff.
• Coordinates with clinic supervisors to ensure all WIC required trainings and competencies are completed, documented and organized per WIC procedures.
• Participates in state-wide WIC conference calls.
• Responsible for all supervisory duties of direct reports, including, but not limited to, hiring and selection, developing performance plans, conducting performance appraisals, planning and directing their work, approving leave and taking disciplinary action as appropriate.
• Provide nutrition consultation to WIC clinic staff and clients.
• Provide nutrition coverage during times of staffing shortages.

KSA’s

• Knowledge of normal nutrition principles and food needs throughout the life cycle.
• Knowledge of quality assurance and program evaluation.
• Knowledge of data collection & data analysis.
• Knowledge and ability to implement operational policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform presentations (both speaking and presentation skills).
• Ability to determine nutritional risk and needs and nutrition education plans for individuals including low risk, high risk and medical high risk.
• Ability to provide nutrition education and breastfeeding promotion to others in groups or individual instruction.
• Ability to use anthropometric equipment, and hematology equipment.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs, such as Word, Excel and Power Point.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments for self and others.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to provide staff training (train and track training).
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service to internal and external clients.

Required Qualifications:

Master’s degree in dietetics, human nutrition, food & nutrition, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics accredited program AND two or more years of nutrition experience, one year of which served in a leadership capacity AND Registration as a Dietitian by the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics AND Licensure as a Dietitian in the State of Florida. Preference will be given to candidates with Two or more years of WIC experience, of which one or more years is in a supervisory role.

OR

Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, human nutrition, food & nutrition, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics accredited program AND four or more years of nutrition experience, of which THREE years is in a management/supervisor capacity AND Registration as a Dietitian by the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics AND Licensure as a Dietitian in the State of Florida. Preference will be given to candidates with Two or more years of WIC experience, of which one or more years is in a supervisory role. 

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:

Department of Health in Pinellas County: St. Petersburg location: 

205 DR MLK Jr St N, St. Petersburg FL 33701

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.

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.    

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

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.