Nutritionist II

COLUMBUS COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

PO Box 810 • 304 Jefferson Street • Whiteville, NC 28472
Phone: 910-640-6615

Position Title:

Nutritionist II

Department:

Health Department

Salary Information:

• Grade: 66
• Hiring Rate: $37,835
• Salary Range: $39,723 – $56,749

Essential Duties and Tasks

The Columbus County Health Department is seeking a Nutritionist II to provide professional nutrition services and education within the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program and other public health programs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Interviewing and assessing the nutritional status of pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children.
• Providing nutrition education and counseling to eligible participants.
• Certifying individuals for WIC benefits and documenting all services in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Determining program eligibility and prescribing appropriate WIC food packages.
• Performing nutrition assessments for certification and follow-up appointments.
• Developing and maintaining individualized nutrition care plans using the Nutrition Care Process in Crossroads and/or EMR systems.
• Participating in community presentations, outreach, and program support activities as needed.
• Completing required off-site training to maintain certification and program compliance.

This position may include supplementary duties, such as supervisory responsibilities or community presentation assignments, as designated by management.

Minimum Training and Experience

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Foods and Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition, or Dietetics and one year of nutrition experience; or
• Completion of an ADA-approved Dietetic Internship with Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) eligibility preferred; or
• Master’s degree in Nutrition or Public Health Nutrition with CDR eligibility preferred; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

How to Apply

Click below to apply:
Columbus County Employment Application