What are the responsibilities and job description for the NUTRITION EDUCATOR position at State of Florida- Department of Health?
Requisition No: 873743
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64049870
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64049870
Salary: $49,615.00 Annually
Posting Closing Date: 04/22/2026
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Nutrition Educator
This position requires professional work in providing nutrition education services to clientele enrolled in the Highlands County Nutrition program for Women, Infant, and Children [WIC Program].
- Certifies clients for participation in the WIC program in accordance with policies of the state WIC program and regulations. Provides nutrition education on a group or individual basis in the areas of infant, childhood, prenatal, and postnatal [including breastfeeding] nutrition to promote development and maintenance of good nutritional habits. Develops, monitors, and revises nutrition education plans for individual clients not at medical high risk. Follows policies and procedures for collection, entry, and management of data as well as the operation of computer terminals and printers according to WIC program rules.
- Plans, conducts, and evaluates group nutrition education classes to clientele concerning their nutritional requirements. Provides breastfeeding education and makes referrals to the Breastfeeding Coordinator and/or Public Health Nutritionists. Reviews, analyzes, and provides follow-up on assigned WIC operational reports. Assists in preparation of strategic plan, nutrition education plan, and the quality assurance-monitoring program.
- Completes WIC Reports and inventories assigned. Assists the supervisor in the provision of periodic in-service education to nursing and/or medical staff on new developments in WIC regulations, current nutrition topics, and other issues as assigned by the supervisor. Provides on-going staff training to WIC staff to include, but not limited to FL-WiSE, Nutrition Education modules & monthly clerical nutrition education at the direction of the supervisor. Attends and participates in staff meetings, in-service training, and other professional and staff development activities.
- Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required/requested.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of principles and techniques of effective communication.
- Knowledge of anthropometric measurements and readings for infants, children, and adults.
- Knowledge of the current science and practice of food and nutrition, dietetics, or food service.
- Knowledge of normal nutrition principles and food needs throughout the life cycle.
- Knowledge of meal planning, food budgeting, and purchasing.
Skills:
- Skill in Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and computer navigation.
- Skill in obtaining the needed information to make decisions which benefit the client and WIC.
- Skill in analyzing and explaining regulations, policies, and procedures.
Abilities:
- Ability to provide nutrition education to others in groups or individual instruction.
- Ability to determine nutritional needs and develop nutrition education plans for individuals who are not at medical high nutritional risk.
- Ability to educate individuals and families about food and nutritional needs.
- Ability to participate in education or in-service training programs through teaching classes, demonstrating food practices, giving talks, and developing or selecting educational materials.
- Ability to reach, pull, and lift a minimum of 25 pounds.
Qualifications:
Minimum -
- A bachelor’s or master's degree from a college or university with a major in nutritional science, community nutrition, clinical nutrition, dietetics, or public health nutrition (according to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the DOH manual 150-24)
Other job-related requirements for this position:
Emergency Duty: Incumbent may be required to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
Incumbent must possess a Florida driver’s license or the ability to obtain one prior to hire.
Bilingual Encouraged
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:
Florida Department of Health – Highlands County
7205 S George Blvd
Sebring, FL 33875
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 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 reflect our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.
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.
Salary : $49,615