Director of Dietary Services

okgov; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 69,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Health coverage

FSAs

Time off

Retirement match

Employee assistance

Longevity bonuses

Training opportunities

Job summary

Griffin Memorial Hospital in Norman, Oklahoma, is seeking a registered dietitian to oversee the Food Service Department, provide nutrition counseling, develop menus, and coordinate dietary services across healthcare settings. You will assess needs, deliver nutrition education, and collaborate with healthcare professionals.

Requirements include RD registration and licensure in Oklahoma, four years of RD experience in food service or public health, and a master's degree in public health or foods

Qualifications

• Registration as a Registered Dietitian with CDR and Oklahoma licensure.
• Four years of experience as a registered dietitian in food service or public health.
• Master's degree in public health with a major in nutrition or a master's in foods and nutrition may substitute for one year of experience.
• Must meet physical requirements and be willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional and dietary needs and provide appropriate recommendations.
• Develop and deliver nutrition education and training programs.
• Conduct surveys and assessments to support program development and improvement.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, agencies, and departments.
• Develop educational materials and specialized menus.
• Prepare reports, quality improvement data, and required documentation.
• Participate on interdisciplinary and facility survey teams.
• Plan menus, food specifications, and procurement activities.

Skills

Registration

Education

RD credential (CDR) & state licensure

Master's degree in public health (nutrition)

Master's degree in foods and nutrition (nutrition)

Job description

Job Description

Join our team and make a meaningful impact on the health and well‑being of the individuals and communities we serve. Positions in this job family provide nutrition counseling, education, and assessments in healthcare settings. Responsibilities may include developing specialized menus and diets, creating nutrition materials, supporting community nutrition programs, and coordinating dietary services with other departments and professionals. Provides oversight for Food Service Department.

Typical Job Duties

• Assess nutritional and dietary needs and provide appropriate recommendations.
• Develop and deliver nutrition education and training programs.
• Conduct surveys and assessments to support program development and improvement.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, agencies, and departments.
• Develop educational materials and specialized menus.
• Prepare reports, quality improvement data, and required documentation.
• Participate on interdisciplinary and facility survey teams.
• Plan menus, food specifications, and procurement activities.

Job Type/Salary

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Annual Salary is $ 76,600

FLSA Status is Exempt.

Posted: Until filled

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Registration as a Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and Licensure with the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision and four years of experience as a registered dietitian in a food service operation or in a public or community health program or facility. A master's degree in public health with a major in nutrition or a master's degree in foods and nutrition with an emphasis on nutrition may substitute for one year of experience.

Must also possess a strong commitment to patient well‑being and safety.

Special Requirements

Upon a conditional offer of employment, Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services applicants must submit to a physical examination and shall meet the physical examination requirements of occasionally lifting/carrying 80 pounds, push and pull a maximum force of 40 pounds, and lift/hold overhead 40 pounds.

Applicants must be willing and able to fulfill any job‑related travel normally associated with this position and as such have a valid driver's license.

Why Join Us?

• Generous Benefits: A generous benefits allowance to help you pay for your insurance.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre‑existing condition exclusions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Options for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Ample Time Off: Leave accrual and holiday pay based on the hours worked
• Retirement Savings Plan: With a generous company match to help secure your future.
• Employee Assistance Program: Support when you need it.
• Longevity Bonuses: For years of dedicated service.
• Training Opportunities: Continuous learning and development for CEU requirements.

A bout us

Griffin Memorial Hospital (GMH) is located in Norman, Oklahoma, and serves all 77 counties in Oklahoma as the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) treatment center for adults. GMH provides community crisis stabilization and residential treatment for substance abuse and co‑occurring mental health and trauma related conditions.

Drug and Alcohol Pre‑employment and Pre‑Placement Testing

Upon a conditional offer of employment, applicants for safety sensitive positions shall be required to submit to urinalysis to test for drugs. Appointment to a safety sensitive position shall be contingent upon a negative drug test result.

THIS AGENCY REQUIRES COVERAGE 24 HOURS, 7 DAYS PER WEEK. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION MAY VARY DEPENDING ON BUSINESS NECESSITY. EMPLOYEES MAY BE REQUIRED TO WORK WEEKENDS AND OVERTIME.

Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.