SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST

Job description

SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST -

nDate: Sep 17, 2026

nThe State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website ( .

nRequisition No:

nAgency: Department of Health

nWorking Title: SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST -

nPay Plan: Career Service

nPosition Number:

nSalary: $55,534.70 annually

nPosting Closing Date: 10/07/2026

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nOPEN COMPETITIVE

nYour Specific Responsibilities:

nCertifies clients for participation in the WIC Program in accordance with State WIC office policies and regulations stated in DHM-150-24. Provides nutrition education to low, high, and medically high risk clients in the Ocala Clinic as defined by agency policies. May travel to outlying clinics as needed and maintains same client service standards as the main clinic.

nProvides assessment, nutrition education, counseling, and breastfeeding support to low, high, and medically high risk clients using approved materials and format. Assists clients in goal setting for behavioral change and evaluates client progress in attaining goals. Documentation of direct nutrition assessment and care includes appropriate referral, care plan using SOAP format in FL Wise, date, and signature of provider.

nAccurately completes reports, data entry into EARS, HMS, People First, and the FL Wise System by required deadlines using the FL Wise manual and DHM 150-24 policies and procedures.

nProvides services to clients in an efficient manner to assure smooth clinic flow and caseload evenly distributed among nutrition staff. Follows established sanitation, safety practices, computer, and phone use policies.

nAttends and participates in staff meetings, and professional and staff development activities. Completes required state and WIC trainings as evidenced by completion certificates of TRAIN transcript.

nParticipates in preparation and presentation of in-service trainings, bulletin board displays, and other activities and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor. May be required to present nutrition programs to healthcare professionals and community organizations.

nRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

nnnAbility to develop high risk care plans.

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nnKnowledge of science and current practice of nutrition and dietetics.

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nnKnowledge of nutrition and diet assessment techniques.

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nnAbility to analyze and interpret anthropometric, biochemical, and clinical data.

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nnAbility to plan, organize, and coordinate work activities.

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nnQualifications:

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n nMinimum-

nBachelor of Science Degree or Master of Science in Nutrition or Dietetics

nCurrent valid driver's license

nCurrent/Active Florida Licensure in good standing as a dietician/Nutritionist

nWilling to travel to clinics using your own vehicle

nPreferred-

nWIC experience

nBilingual

nFlorida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

nMission:

nTo protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

nVision:

nTo be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

nValues:

nI nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

nC ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

nA ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

nR esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

nE xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

nWhere You Will Work:

nMARION COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

n1801 SE 32ND AVENUE, OCALA, FLORIDA 34471

nThe Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

nWorking 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:

nnnAnnual and Sick Leave benefits;

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nnNine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;

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nnState Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;

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nnRetirement plan options, including employer contributions

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n n(For more information, please click );

nnnFlexible Spending Accounts;

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nnTuition waivers;

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nnAnd more!

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n nFor a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit .

nPlease be advised:

nYour responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.

nThis 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.

nMale 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:

nIf 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.

nThe successful candidate will be required to complete the 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.

nIncumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

nAll 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.

nThe State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

nApplicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center ( ). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

nThe State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section , F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

nFlorida 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 reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.

nCandidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center ( ). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

nThe State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section , F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

nVETERANS’ 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 clickinghere ( . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

nLocation:

nOCALA, FL, US, 34471

nNearest Major Market:Ocala

Worksite address

ocala, FL, 34470, US

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