Public Health Registered Dietitian

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Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
03/14/25
Division:
Public Health Division
Management Level:
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

Job Description Summary:

The Public Health Registered Dietitian (RD) provides counseling services to clients of the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program and Nutrition Services Programs, for the Jefferson County Department of Public Health located in Lakewood . Depending on business needs, this position will require traveling to other WIC Clinics located in Arvada, Wheat Ridge, or Littleton. Fluency in Spanish is preferred, but not required . In this role you will find a cohesive team of people-oriented individuals who bring their body, mind, and heart to work to support the community and each other.

The Public Health Registered Dietitian is a great opportunity for someone who is a current Registered Dietitian Or Registration Eligible and ready to sit for the RD Exam.

Jefferson County WIC's mission is: To safeguard the health of low-income women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutrition risk by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, information on healthy eating, and referrals to health care .

About Jefferson County Public Health:

Creating health equity, which means everyone has the opportunity to attain their highest level of health, is a guiding principle of Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH). All positions within the agency are expected to contribute toward achieving health equity in Jefferson County. JCPH is committed to the diversity of its staff, as well as providing culturally responsive programs and services that help to reduce health inequities in Jefferson County. As such, JCPH welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds and abilities to apply for positions within the agency.

JCPH Mission

Promoting and protecting health for all people across the lifespan through prevention, education, treatment, response and regulation.

JCPH Vision

By 2030, we will achieve success with Healthy People, Healthy Places by purposefully serving and engaging the community, acting efficiently and effectively to address public health needs, using actionable and high-quality data and cultivating a thriving workforce.

JCPH Vision Slogan

Healthy People, Healthy Places

Guiding Principles

Respect : We approach all people with esteem, understanding, dignity and empathy.

Equity : We approach all people with fairness, impartiality and a willingness to help others.

Collaboration : We work collectively for the mutual benefit of the community through the sharing of information, responsibility, resources and ideas to achieve our mission.

Trust : We act with benevolence, integrity, transparency, reliability and competence.

Innovation: We empower our staff to develop ideas, measure processes and improve methods to achieve our vision.

Read more at JCPH About Page !

S chedule:

The WIC Schedule is as follows: Monday and Thursdays 8-5 in office, Tuesday 8-6 remote, Wednesday 7:30-3:30 in office, and Friday 7:30-3:30 remote. W orking at multiple clinic locations will be required for this role.

Compensation:

Target Hiring Range: $ 67,073 - 74,526 USD Annually

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.

Essential Duties:

The Registered Dietitian is responsible for :

• Assessing a client's nutrition status, developing and implementing appropriate care plans, providing nutrition education, and collaborating with and providing referrals to community resources as needed.
  

• Conducting dietary assessment and analysis of nutrition status and feeding behaviors of WIC clients.
  

• Analysis includes interviews, review of dietary intake, medical histories, Anthropometrics, assessing levels of nutritional risk, assessment of home environment, use of computerized nutrition analysis as needed for appropriate documentation , follow up, and development of individualized nutrition care plans.
  

• Collaborating with WIC educators by providing high-risk interventions to patients who need higher level of care.
  

• Providing one-on-one counseling and individual instruction to breastfeeding clients on the use of a breast pump if the RD determines a pump is needed to sustain the mom-baby nursing relationship.
  

• Providing clients with resources and referrals to other community agencies.
  

• Communicating with community agencies and medical providers to stay up to date on client prescriptions and health concerns.
  

• Supporting the dietetic internship program through mentorship and shadowing opportunities.
  

• Other duties as assigned
  

Qualifications:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

M inimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human nutrition, dietetics or directly related field
  

• One year related work experience
  
• And/or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  

• Must be a Registered Dietitian (RD), or Registered Dietitian Eligible
  

• If RD Eligible, must pass RD exam within 90 days of hire
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Registered Dietitian preferred.
  

• Masters Degree preferred
  

• Spanish speaking highly preferred.
  

• WIC experience preferred.
  

• A dditional training and knowledge in lactation preferred
  

Knowledge, skills, and attributes that would be beneficial and lead to success in this role include:

• Great interpersonal communication skills working with individuals, groups, staff and show ability to accomplish team goals.
• Proven time management and prioritization skills
• Excellent organization skills
• Detail-Oriented
• Intermediate level skills with Microsoft Office/Microsoft 365
• Advanced skillset with Outlook; able to schedule and coordinate multiple meetings

Additional Job Information:

Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.

Please note that supplemental questions requiring a written response will serve as a writing sample.

• Must have a valid driver's license, if you are from out of state, you must have a valid Colorado driver's license within 30 days of Upon hire date, and you must not have any major violations DUI, DWI, DWAI.
  

• In any materials you submit , you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
  

How to Apply:



Applications will be accepted electronically at Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities .



Applicants complete an online form and have the option to provide a resume and detailed cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for the position. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team regarding next steps. To view the status of your application or direct communication from the hiring team, please log into your candidate portal .



For more details on the recruitment process, please visit https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs



Questions:

• County Recruitment Team: 303-271-8400 or careertalent@jeffco.us
  

• Library Recruitment Team: 303.275.6168 or talent@jeffcolibrary.org
  

• Sheriff Recruitment Team: 303.271.5332 or sheriff.recruiting@co.jefferson.co.us
  

Education:

Experience:
Work Experience: Minimum one year

Certifications:

Languages:
Spanish
Category:
Health & Human Services

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• Jefferson County Government

• 303-271-8400

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