Dietitian 1 Supervisor - Nutritional Services Director / Full-Time, Day Shift

Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA); Hastings (MN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Dietitian 1 Supervisor to lead the Nutrition Services Department at their Hastings location. This full-time role is vital for ensuring high-quality nutrition services for Veterans, and comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive salary and a $5,000 new hire bonus.

Benefits

Affordable health insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays

Pension plan

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• At least one year managing a food service operation.
• Supervisory experience in a union environment.
• Thorough knowledge of Dietetics and Institutional Diet Management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the Nutrition Services Department.
• Ensure continuous operations and respond to staffing calls.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on nutritional issues.

Skills

Human relations

Communication

Team building

Education

Current licensure as a Dietitian with the MN Board of Dietetics

Tools

Point Click Care

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dietitian 1 Supervisor - Nutritional Services Director / Full-Time, Day Shift

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Working Title: Nutritional Services Supervisor

Job Class: Dietician 1 Supervisor

Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Job ID: 86379
• Location: Hastings
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 05/22/2025
• Closing Date: 06/30/2025
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota Veterans Home - Hastings Domiciliary / MMA
• Division/Unit: Minnesota Veterans Home - Hastings Dietary
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday through Friday with flexibility to work occasional weekends per business need
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $30.10 - $43.59 / hourly; $62,848 - $91,015 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit: 216 - Middle Management Association / MMA
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
  
  

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Veterans Home in Hastings! You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $5,000!

Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, free parking and more!

This position supervises and directs the Nutrition Services Department and provides professional nutrition and food service expertise for the Program's residents.

This is a full-time position and generally works Monday through Friday, daytime business hours. The incumbent should be prepared to demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness by being available for staffing-related calls as needed, ensuring smooth and continuous operations.

The Minnesota Veterans Home in Hastings is a Domiciliary (DOM) which is an independent living community for Veterans. It provides a supportive environment that fosters a stable, healthy, and meaningful life for Veterans. Our rewarding program helps Veterans with their clinical, mental, chemical, and physical needs, and has the capacity to serve 195 Veterans between the Hastings and Minneapolis campuses. We offer a creative, fun, collaborative, and stimulating work environment that encourages professional growth.

The Hastings DOM is located in the southeast metro with connecting highways for an easy commute. The beautiful 128-acre wooded campus includes mature oaks and pines, nature trails and biking paths overlooking the Vermillion River.

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below, and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Dietitian with the MN Board of Dietetics, in good standing
• One year of experience managing a food service operation including supervision of food service staff in a medium sized healthcare facility
• Strong human relations, communication and effective teambuilding skills to lead and direct the Dietary Department and work with interdisciplinary teams on nutritional issues
• Supervisory experience in a union environment
• Experience with food purchasing and budgeting for a medium sized healthcare facility
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of Dietetics, Diet Therapy, and Institutional Diet Management, including food values, costs and accounting
• Computer skills using electronic charting system (such as Point Click Care), email, word processing, and spreadsheet software (e.g. Microsoft Office or similar), as well as other internet and software applications, sufficient to send correspondence, develop and modify documents and reports
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Veterans
• Experience working with vulnerable adults and maintaining confidentiality
• Experience working with chemical dependency, mental health and co-occurring disorders
  
  

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

• A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position. When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.
• A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) Screening or Chest X-Ray is required prior to employment.
• Employment reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).
  
  

How To Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [e-mail]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you were referred to apply by a current Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs' employee or State of Minnesota employee, please provide the employee's name in the Referral Source section of your application. The employee who referred you may be eligible for a $1,000 bonus!

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Sarah Nietfeld at [e-mail] or 651-539-2498.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Sarah Nietfeld at [e-mail].

Per M.S. 43A.111, MDVA will give priority consideration to certain qualified disabled Veterans. To be considered, you must be included on a US armed forces permanent disability list with a disability rating of at least 30% or been rated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs as having a compensable service-connected disability of at least 30%. Official written documentation of this disability dated no more than one-year preceding the date of application must be submitted. Please email the documentation, your DD214, and the job posting ID number to Sarah Nietfeld at [e-mail] no later than the job posting closing date.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth
  
  

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
  
  

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
  
  

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
  
  

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants With Disabilities

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [e-mail] and let us know the support you need.

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