COMMUNITY NUTRITION EDUCATOR

Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board, Inc.; Fort Defiance (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board, Inc. in Fort Defiance, AZ seeks a Nutrition Educator to plan and deliver nutrition education programs for the department, community, schools, and tribal organizations.

You will develop materials, present trainings, and promote evidence-based healthful eating and exercise in culturally appropriate ways. Qualifications include four years of related nutrition experience or a two-year degree as listed, with an Associate’s degree in related fields and ability to

Qualifications

• Experience: Four (4) years of direct work experience or completion of four (4) years post-secondary education in Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Education: Associate’s degree in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, Health and Wellness, or Public Health.
• Ability to obtain Food Handlers certification by start of employment.

Responsibilities

• Plans and executes nutrition education programs for the department, the community, school systems, tribal and other organizations.
• Designs nutrition education services by researching, developing, writing, and updating methods and guidelines.
• Prepares manuals, visual aids, course outlines, and other materials used in teaching participants.
• Conducts presentations and trainings using the latest research on nutrition-related subjects.

Job description

Description

Job Details

Closing Date: November 02, 2026 @ 4:00 P.M. (MST)

Salary Range: $23.52 - $28.69/hour

• APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVERS LICENSE**
• RESUMES AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED**

Essential Duties, Functions And Responsibilities

• Plans and executes nutrition education programs for the department, the community, school systems, tribal and other organizations.
• Designs nutrition education services by researching, developing, writing, and updating methods, and guidelines.
• Prepares manuals, visual aids, course outlines, and other materials used in teaching program participants.
• Conducts presentations and trainings using the latest research on nutrition – related subjects; introducing new nutrition programs and services.
• Communicates effectively to diverse individuals and groups using appropriate methods and strategies in communication, education, and social marketing in culturally, socially, and developmentally appropriate applications.
• Plans effective nutrition related health promotion and chronic disease prevention programs and collaboratively developing program goals, measurable objectives, and implementation and evaluation plans.
• Works collaboratively to implement program plans and market program, monitor effectiveness, identify issues and adjust objectives and activities as necessary to meet the program goals.
• Adheres to HIPPA, Privacy Act and corporate policy requirements when dealing with all patient records or any PHI.
• Develops, coordinates and conducts exercise, nutrition, gardening basics, culinary skills, food safety, cooking classes and other related activities, with emphasis on evidence-based healthful eating and exercise information.
• Develops, implements, and markets nutrition education services and programs to worksites, organizations, and community.
• Manages an accountability system for exercise equipment; nutrition supplies; and data generated from day to day activities, such as attendance and referrals.
• Fosters partnerships with schools, FDIHB departments and other Navajo Nation programs and businesses.
• Monitors issues and trends relevant to childhood obesity prevention; diabetes; weight management; food budgeting; cooking easy recipes; culinary skills, food safety, and other relevant topics.
• Understands demographics of customer base and tailors nutrition and health messages to satisfy customer needs and interests.
• Serves as a role model with promotion and participation in health and wellness activities sponsored by the Division of Healthy Living & Outreach and its partners.
• Provides evidence-based teachings.
• Oversees the development and implementation of Program Evaluation. Improves quality results by studying, evaluating, and re-designing processes; implementing changes.
• Develops and implements an individualized portfolio plan for professional growth and development including participation in professional organizations and activities workshops, seminars, and staff development programs.
• Continuously improves skills in writing, presentation, public speaking, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Provides support to other Healthy Living & Outreach programs and other collaborative programs with activities such as health screenings, health fairs, and other community events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Mandatory Minimum Qualifications

Experience: Four (4) years of direct work experience or completion of four (4) years (cumulative 120 credit hours) post-secondary education in related field of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Education: Associate’s degree in related field of Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, Health and Wellness, or Public Health.

Ability to obtain Food Handlers certification by start of employment.

NAVAJO/INDIAN PREFERENCE

FDIHB and its facilities are located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for this position and who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position and members of other federally-recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference. Other candidates will be considered only after all candidates entitled to primary or secondary preference have been fully considered.