What are the responsibilities and job description for the WIC Program Administrator - Health and Human Services (0526) position at Coconino County Sheriff's Office (Patrol)?
Nature of Work
Under general supervision performs work of considerable difficulty in the management of the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program; performs related work as assigned.
This position is funded by the Women, Infants, and Children grant and the Breastfeeding Peer Counseling grant
Typical Duties
(Illustrative Only)
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in nutrition (community nutrition, public health nutrition, nutrition education, human nutrition, or nutrition science) or a related field (such as home economics or biochemistry) with an emphasis in nutritional science and one year of supervisory experience;
Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Number of years working in a WIC program may substitute for some years of education.
Additional Requirements
Must obtain an Arizona driver's license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Fingerprint clearance may be required.
This position is exempt from overtime.
This position is safety sensitive.
Preferred Qualifications
Active Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential is preferred.
Bilingual in Spanish and English with strong verbal communication skills in both languages is preferred.
Master's degree in nutrition or related field of study is preferred.
The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, verbal and written, excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to work with minimal supervision, be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, and have experience managing schedules.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Employee Benefits
Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits
package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:
(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)
Describe your formal supervisory experience in previous roles. Include years of experience, number of staff supervised, and the environment/workplace.
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Certification as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) is preferred. If you are an RD/RDN, please provide your RD/RDN registration ID number and registration period.
Required Question
Under general supervision performs work of considerable difficulty in the management of the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program; performs related work as assigned.
This position is funded by the Women, Infants, and Children grant and the Breastfeeding Peer Counseling grant
Typical Duties
(Illustrative Only)
- Implements the WIC program to align with and support the strategic plan
- Plans, develops, implements, administers, and evaluates the WIC program
- Assesses community needs and engages community resources to enhance the WIC program
- Researches best practices and implements strategies to increase effectiveness of the WIC program
- Works with community partners to create innovative solutions
- Writes grant proposals and develops new funding sources
- Prepares and administers program budgets, with administrative oversight
- Monitors budget expenditures
- Develops, evaluates, and revises policies and procedures to improve program efficiency and effectiveness
- Supervises, evaluates, and engages in performance management with assigned personnel
- Negotiates, administers, and monitors contracts
- Ensures adherence to federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations
- Maintains working relationships with community agencies and organizations
- Develops programs to create community awareness of service availability
- Develops and implements training
- May assist other divisions within the department
- May serve as team leader and periodically as multi-agency team leader or project manager
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in nutrition (community nutrition, public health nutrition, nutrition education, human nutrition, or nutrition science) or a related field (such as home economics or biochemistry) with an emphasis in nutritional science and one year of supervisory experience;
Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Number of years working in a WIC program may substitute for some years of education.
Additional Requirements
Must obtain an Arizona driver's license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Fingerprint clearance may be required.
This position is exempt from overtime.
This position is safety sensitive.
Preferred Qualifications
Active Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential is preferred.
Bilingual in Spanish and English with strong verbal communication skills in both languages is preferred.
Master's degree in nutrition or related field of study is preferred.
The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, verbal and written, excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to work with minimal supervision, be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, and have experience managing schedules.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Considerable knowledge of:
- Public program planning, development, budgeting and management
- State and federal program guidelines and regulations
- Community needs and resources
- Principles and practices of effective supervision
- The theory, principles, practices and techniques of designated program services and related assigned duties
- Principles and practices of providing social services to culturally diverse populations
- Software applications commonly used in program management
- Skill in:
- Analyzing programs and services, and structuring new programs and improvements
- Analyzing complex situations and evaluate alternatives prior to making decisions
- Analyzing administrative and personnel, problems and identify appropriate solutions
- Ability to:
- Effectively manage human, fiscal, and material resources
- Interpret federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines
- Address the public and professional groups
- Train and effectively manage assigned staff
- Exercise independent judgment and initiative to effectively carry out difficult assignments
- Address and motivate the public and professional groups
- Prepare and maintain complex reports and records
- Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public
- Follow written and verbal instructions
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Employee Benefits
Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits
package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:
(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)
- Vacation/Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 10 Holidays Per Year
- Health Care Insurance
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Group Life Insurance
- Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
- Sick Leave Conversion Plan
- Personal Day Purchase Program
- Vacation Sell Back Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Wellness Program
- Long-Term Disability
- Arizona State Retirement System
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-going Training Opportunities
- Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass
- Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Tax-deferred investment program
- Accidental and Disability Insurance
- Short Term Disability
Describe your formal supervisory experience in previous roles. Include years of experience, number of staff supervised, and the environment/workplace.
02
Certification as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) is preferred. If you are an RD/RDN, please provide your RD/RDN registration ID number and registration period.
Required Question