About this opportunity
Veterans Health Administration lists this VCS Corporate Dietitian opportunity in st. louis, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Department: Department of Veterans Affairs
The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS), Central Office, located on the Jefferson Barracks VAMC campus in St. Louis, MO, is seeking a Dietitian in our Nutrition and Whole Health Division. This position serves as a technical nutrition expert to management officials within the VCS Food Operations Program nationwide.
Key Responsibilities
Program Oversight & Direction: Participates in researching, testing, and evaluating food items, recipes, serving systems, and equipment. Collaborates with other Nutrition and Whole Health team members to update menus and systems
Food Safety and Sanitation: Oversees VCS's compliance with food labeling laws, shelf-life standards, food safety code, and stays abreast of new developments.
Policy & Standards Development: Participates in the formulation and refinement of operating standards, policies, and procedures for the nutritional programs of Veterans Canteen Service (VCS).
Regulatory Compliance: Ensures VCS's adherence to federal, agency, departmental, and medical center policies.
Program Evaluation: Evaluates VCS's food operations through site visits and reports; identifies gaps in practice and recommends performance improvements.
Staff Development & Event Coordination: Participates in planning, conducting, and evaluating training, conferences, and workshops for employees nationwide.
Professional Development: Stays current with the administrative and technical practices and procedures of nutrition required to serve as an expert, giving advice and direction on various aspects of VCS Food Operations Programs.
Health & Wellness Content Development: Coordinates VCS' BeWell Health and Wellness program by collaborating with other VCS divisions and VHA program offices, other government agencies, and external vendors to develop initiatives to improve the health and well-being of our customers. Collaborates on the development of health-related marketing materials and programs.
Requirements & Education
Accredited Dietetics Education: Bachelor's degree in Dietetics from an ACEND-accredited program (master's degree preferred), ensuring foundational knowledge and academic preparation. Registered Dietitian Credentials: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or Registered Dietitian (RD) - Must be registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), the credentialing branch of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Which agency is hiring for this position?
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
What is the salary for this position?
The posted pay range is $90781 – $90781/yr.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on .
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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Worksite address
st. louis, MO, 63146, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.