COMMUNITY NUTRITION SPECIALIST FT

The Community Nutrition Specialist is a vital health professional who helps improve the health and well-being of families—especially women, infants, and children through direct nutrition education and support services provided as part of the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program.  Under general supervision, this position is responsible for certifying eligible participants for WIC benefits, providing individual and group nutrition education, offering dietary and health risk counseling, and making appropriate referrals within the Public Health Department and community programs.  This role combines science-based nutrition guidance with meaningful client interaction in a supportive, community-centered environment.

This position offers the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of underserved populations across Muskegon County by promoting healthy eating habits, addressing nutritional risk factors, and ensuring access to public health services.  The position is ideal for compassionate professionals who enjoy teaching and working with diverse populations and advocating for better health occurrences.  All work is performed in accordance with federal, state, and local WIC program guidelines.1. Bachelor's Degree from accredited college or university with a major in Food and Nutrition, Home Economics, Dietetics or related field such as Nutrition Science, Public Health Nutrition, Community Health, Health Education, or Family and Consumer Science.
2. Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
This position involves primarily sedentary work with occasional standing, walking, and lifting of materials weighing up to 35 pounds. 
 
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Work is primarily performed in the Public Health Department offices and community-based locations.  Occasional travel within Muskegon County may be required for outreach, client visits, or off-site programming. 

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EVALUATION CONTENT

Applicants for County employment may be subject to a post-offer criminal background check, depending on the nature and assignment of the position. When such check is conducted, an offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the criminal background check.  Appointees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period before the appointment will be considered permanent.

APPLICANT REVIEW PROCEDURE

Any applicant is entitled to a review of any determination or action taken by the County regarding the applicant’s employment application.  Inquiries should be directed to the County Human Resources Department.

PURPOSE

The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list from which to fill present and future vacancies in this classification in the County system.  For each opening, the Department Head has her/his choice of the candidates who meet the required minimum entrance qualifications.  This list remains in effect for three months unless exhausted or extended.

MUSKEGON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MUSKEGON COUNTY HAS ADOPTED A VETERANS PREFERENCE POLICY 

THAT RECOGNIZES QUALIFYING MILITARY SERVICE

Salary : $24 - $32