WIC Coordinator (Nutrition Coordinator / Public Health Nurse / Registered Nurse)

Watonwan County Human Services

Has a full-time position available for a

Women, Infant & Children (WIC) Coordinator (Nutrition Coordinator / Public Health Nurse / Registered Nurse)

Come join the Public Health team at WCHS! You will be a part of skilled, caring & knowledgeable professionals whose talents & contributions promote, strengthen & protect the health of individuals, families & communities in Watonwan County every single day!

Seeking a motivated person to service as the Watonwan County WIC Coordinator. This person is responsible for the day-to-day functions of the Supplemental Nutrition Program for WIC in Watonwan County. The WIC Coordinator manages the local WIC program, oversees all program functions, assesses nutritional needs and provides nutrition education to participants, offers breastfeeding education, ensures compliance with state policies and federal regulations, trains staff and oversees their work, assures quality services and interacts directly with state and regional WIC staff. Also provides back-up to other Public Health programs.

Excellent benefits include: 100% paid Single Medical Health Plan, Supplemental Insurances, Health Savings Account (HSA) or Voluntary Employees Beneficiary Association Plan (VEBA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 16 days first year vacation, 13 days per year sick leave, 11.5 days per year paid holidays, Public Employees Retirement Coordinated Plan (PERA) with a generous employer matching program. Eligible for annual pay & Cost of Living (COLA) increases.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates who apply must have current licensure as a Registered Nurse in MN

OR a Public Health Nurse Certification, or the ability to become certified as a PHN in MN and current licensure as an RN in MN,

OR a Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a closely related field,

OR a Registered Dietitian, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist : registered with the Commission of Dietetic Registration,

OR Associate’s Degree in Dietetics Technology (Must be registered at time of hire if you are a graduate of a Dietetic Technician program and maintain ongoing registration as Dietetic Technician by the Commission on Dietetic Registration).

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Must possess a valid State of Minnesota driver’s license.

Must satisfactorily pass a criminal background examination.

Must comply with organizational and departmental policies.

HOW TO APPLY:

DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY ON INDEED.COM

Interested individuals should apply ONLINE at the Minnesota Merit website. http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mnmeritsystem

Search and apply for either the Nutrition Coordinator (WIC Coordinator) or the Nutrition Coordinator (WIC Coordinator) / Public Health Nurse / Registered Nurse - Watonwan County classification.

Examination Process: The screening process will consist of an evaluation and rating of experience based on the information you provide in your application. Please provide your complete relevant work history including dates of employment, positions held, responsibilities/duties performed and education. Please be thorough in listing this information as this will be used to determine your score.

For more information, contact Barbara.Salmela-Lind@watonwancountymn.gov

EEO / AA

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.25 - $43.25 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $32 - $43