Baltimore County

Nutritionist I - Non-Merit

Baltimore County  •  $61k - $76k/yr  •  Towson, MD (Onsite)  •  1 hour ago
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Job Description

Posting number: NM.143 08-25

Department: HHS/CLINICAL SERVICES

Job classification: NON-MERIT POSITION

Posting type: Open

Categories: Health Services, Nutrition

Summary

Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week.

A non-merit vacancy exists in the Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Clinical Services.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of license(s) certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of duties

Under general supervision, plans, develops, implements, and conducts programs providing professional nutrition services.

Examples of Essential Duties:

  • Plans, implements, conducts and evaluates programs providing various nutrition services such as nutrition assessment, counseling, and education.
  • Supervises subordinate staff.
  • Develops and implements the nutrition education component of public health programs.
  • Conducts studies of local nutritional needs and resources.
  • Provides advice, consultation and guidance to human service providers, community organizations, and individuals regarding nutrition.
  • Researches, prepares and presents reports on nutrition and related health topics.
  • Researches and responds to requests and inquires from the public and staff.
  • Assist in developing grant proposals and justifications.
  • Prepares and administers program budgets.

Examples of Other Duties

May perform other duties as requested.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in nutrition, nutrition education, dietetics, or a related field.

plus

at least three years' of professional experience in human nutrition or dietetics.

(Qualifying education beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Licenses and Certificates

Current registration as a Dietitian with the American Dietetic Association and licensure as a Nutritionist by the Maryland Board of Dietetic Practice are required at the time of appointment. Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, Class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Proof of license(s) certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org).

Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Nutritionist I - Non-Merit

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204

You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Qualified applicants will be assigned a rating based on an evaluation of their training and experience as submitted on their application and supplemental questionnaire. Applicants are advised to state the dates, duties and responsibilities of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Supplemental information

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification may entail travel to various sites throughout the County.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete and physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification, and fingerprinting checks.

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Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Towson, Maryland
Year Founded
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