WIC Director (Nutrition Program Director II) 118002407
Apply NowCompany: Cumberland County, NC
Location: Fayetteville, NC 28314
Description:
Salary: $73,426.44 - $95,454.38 Annually
Location : 1235 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202402140
Department: Public Health Department
Division: WIC
Opening Date: 03/15/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Salary Grade: 117
Position Overview
** Revised vacancy announcement
Are you interested in working with Women, Infants and Children and coordinate day to day operations of the 4th largest WIC program in the state? Are you passionate about Public Health and Nutrition Services? If you answered yes to those two questions, then this position might be for you!
**Hiring rate will be determined based on qualifications and internal equity
The primary purpose of this position is to manage the daily operations of the WIC program in Cumberland County. This position is responsible for maintaining daily clinical operations of four (4) WIC sites in Cumberland County. This includes developing and monitoring program goals and maintaining participant base assigned caseload. The position is also responsible for overseeing our WIC Vendor Coordinator who manages the program. This position supervises the following four positions: Two Site Supervisors, Administrative Assistant and a Nutritionist III (Breastfeeding Program Supervisor).
Examples of Duties
Duties for this position include, but are not limited to:
Employee is subject to be called upon anytime to help the agency respond to a public health emergency which may include, but is not limited to, outbreak investigations, staffing mass dispensing or immunization clinics, providing disaster relief, or other incidents (man-made or natural and intentional or non-intentional) as they arise, or any public health response requested by the Health Director.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in nutrition or public health nutrition and three years of program administration or supervisory experience, plus the ADA Commission of Dietetic Registration eligibility; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Administering the Class: Candidates should provide documentation from their respective university or college certifying Commission eligibility and/or indicating completion of an ADA approved dietetic internship. If Commission registered, candidates may provide registration number. Satisfactory completion of an ADA approved dietetic internship not receiving college credit can be treated as one full year of experience.
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited universities.
Applicants who have obtained their education outside of the U.S. and its territories must have their academic degrees validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) is a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at.
College transcripts, relevant certifications/licensures and verification of equivalent degree, if applicable, may be submitted on-line via the attachment feature or mailed to Cumberland County Department of Public Health Human Resources, 1235 Ramsey Street, Fayetteville, NC 28301. If selected for the position, a formal transcript will be required within 30 days of hire.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must have or obtain and maintain a valid North Carolina driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Background check and negative drug test are required.
Inquiries about this job posting should be directed to Department of Public Health .
The Cumberland County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CCDPH complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex. CCDPH does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex.
For more information, please
Cumberland County offers a generous benefit plan including a Government Retirement Plan, 13 paid holidays per year and an Employee Wellness Center Clinic.To see more information about the benefits offered to employees
01
Please describe your management/leadership style.
02
How would you describe good/effective communication?
03
If applicable, have you provided documentation from your respective university or college certifying Commission eligibility?
04
If Commission registered, please provide registration number.
05
Have you completed an ADA approved dietetic internship?
06
If yes, have you attached proof of completion of the ADA approved dietetic internship?
07
Have you uploaded your transcripts indicating the date in which a degree was awarded, as well as any relevant licensure or certification?
08
Please verify that your application includes the following information: * Employment history including salary, correct dates of employment, employer address and phone number, supervisor's name, and reason for leaving each employer. Applications without the above information will be considered incomplete and not be processed.Please take a moment to review your application before submission to ensure all categories are completed.I have read and understand the above statement.
Required Question
Location : 1235 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202402140
Department: Public Health Department
Division: WIC
Opening Date: 03/15/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Salary Grade: 117
Position Overview
** Revised vacancy announcement
Are you interested in working with Women, Infants and Children and coordinate day to day operations of the 4th largest WIC program in the state? Are you passionate about Public Health and Nutrition Services? If you answered yes to those two questions, then this position might be for you!
**Hiring rate will be determined based on qualifications and internal equity
The primary purpose of this position is to manage the daily operations of the WIC program in Cumberland County. This position is responsible for maintaining daily clinical operations of four (4) WIC sites in Cumberland County. This includes developing and monitoring program goals and maintaining participant base assigned caseload. The position is also responsible for overseeing our WIC Vendor Coordinator who manages the program. This position supervises the following four positions: Two Site Supervisors, Administrative Assistant and a Nutritionist III (Breastfeeding Program Supervisor).
Examples of Duties
Duties for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Develop operational policies and procedures to ensure compliance to State, Federal and local statues and regulations,
- Prepare and distribute appropriate management reports,
- Perform supervisory functions to include interviewing, selecting, evaluating, disciplining, and staff development and trainings.
- Provide clinical and programmatic supervision.
- Coordinate the administration of the WIC Program in compliance with state law and other WIC agency recommendations by approving educational materials, WIC outreach activities, ordering supplies, written request for equipment approval from state, , attend state mandated trainings, conferences and workshops.
- Provide guidance to site managers in regards administrative and State and local policy changes and follow-up to ensure appropriate interpretation and implementation.
- Responsible for records of program performance, food benefits issuance, and outreach plans for expansion.
- Monitor Nutritionist III and their coordination of Breastfeeding Peer Counselors on policies and procedures for inventory, storage and issuance of breast pumps to enrolled WIC Program participants.
Employee is subject to be called upon anytime to help the agency respond to a public health emergency which may include, but is not limited to, outbreak investigations, staffing mass dispensing or immunization clinics, providing disaster relief, or other incidents (man-made or natural and intentional or non-intentional) as they arise, or any public health response requested by the Health Director.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in nutrition or public health nutrition and three years of program administration or supervisory experience, plus the ADA Commission of Dietetic Registration eligibility; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Administering the Class: Candidates should provide documentation from their respective university or college certifying Commission eligibility and/or indicating completion of an ADA approved dietetic internship. If Commission registered, candidates may provide registration number. Satisfactory completion of an ADA approved dietetic internship not receiving college credit can be treated as one full year of experience.
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited universities.
Applicants who have obtained their education outside of the U.S. and its territories must have their academic degrees validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) is a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at.
College transcripts, relevant certifications/licensures and verification of equivalent degree, if applicable, may be submitted on-line via the attachment feature or mailed to Cumberland County Department of Public Health Human Resources, 1235 Ramsey Street, Fayetteville, NC 28301. If selected for the position, a formal transcript will be required within 30 days of hire.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of the field of nutrition.
- Thorough knowledge of dietary assessment techniques.
- Considerable knowledge of the principles of supervision and management.
- Considerable knowledge of current research findings and trends.
- Considerable knowledge of community resources and socio-economic groups.
- Skill in interviewing, counseling, and dietary assessments.
- Ability to plan, develop, direct, and evaluate a nutrition program.
- Ability to train and supervise students, interns, administrative support and professional staff.
- Ability to establish rapport with community agencies and groups such as hospitals, hospice, medical society, civic groups and schools.
Must have or obtain and maintain a valid North Carolina driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Background check and negative drug test are required.
Inquiries about this job posting should be directed to Department of Public Health .
The Cumberland County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CCDPH complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex. CCDPH does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex.
For more information, please
Cumberland County offers a generous benefit plan including a Government Retirement Plan, 13 paid holidays per year and an Employee Wellness Center Clinic.To see more information about the benefits offered to employees
01
Please describe your management/leadership style.
02
How would you describe good/effective communication?
03
If applicable, have you provided documentation from your respective university or college certifying Commission eligibility?
- Yes
- No
04
If Commission registered, please provide registration number.
05
Have you completed an ADA approved dietetic internship?
- Yes
- No
06
If yes, have you attached proof of completion of the ADA approved dietetic internship?
- Yes
- No
07
Have you uploaded your transcripts indicating the date in which a degree was awarded, as well as any relevant licensure or certification?
- Yes
- No
08
Please verify that your application includes the following information: * Employment history including salary, correct dates of employment, employer address and phone number, supervisor's name, and reason for leaving each employer. Applications without the above information will be considered incomplete and not be processed.Please take a moment to review your application before submission to ensure all categories are completed.I have read and understand the above statement.
- Yes
- No
Required Question