NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 09152026-80869

Tennessee Department of Health; New Tazewell (TN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nutrition Educator position at the Tennessee Department of Health supports the WIC program by assessing nutrition risks, counseling participants, and assigning food packages. The role requires a bachelor's degree with specific nutrition/education coursework, plus a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities include documenting information in electronic records, promoting behavior change, and coordinating with internal and external partners to ensure effective service delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 9 quarter hours or 6 semester hours in human nutrition, 4 quarter hours or 3 semester hours in human anatomy or physiology, and 4 quarter hours or 3 semester hours in education, psychology, or counseling.

Responsibilities

• Determines participant eligibility for the WIC program by assessing nutrition risk, analyzing anthropometric and hematological measurements, providing nutrition counseling, and assigning food packages.
• Interprets and explains nutrition data and risk to participants to promote behavior change and complies with program guidelines.
• Assists clients with readiness to change and supports client-centered goals to promote behavior change.
• Monitors progress on nutrition/breastfeeding goals during the certification period; provides breastfeeding promotion and support as appropriate.
• Maintains knowledge of community resources to provide referrals and resources to participants.

Skills

Active Learning and Listening

Service Orientation

Time Management

Writing

Speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree (nutrition/education coursework)

Tools

Computer

Electronic Scale

Job description

State of Tennessee Job Information

Job Information

Opening Date/Time 09/15/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Closing Date/Time 10/05/2026 11:59PM Central Time

Salary (Monthly) $3,229.00 - $4,041.00

Salary (Annually) $38,748.00 - $48,492.00

Job Type Full-Time

City, State Location New Tazewell, TN

Department Health

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, CLAIBORNE COUNTY

This position is located at the Claiborne County Health Department.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, including 9 quarter hours or 6 semester hours in human nutrition, 4 quarter hours or 3 semester hours in human anatomy or physiology, and 4 quarter hours or 3 semester hours in education, psychology, or counseling. A transcript is required for proper evaluation.

Necessary Special Qualifications

A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.

Overview

The Nutrition Educator determines participant eligibility for the WIC program by assessing nutrition risks, conducting nutrition counseling, and assigning appropriate food packages. This role supports participants in achieving their health goals by providing education on nutrition, breastfeeding, and behavior change. Additionally, the classification involves monitoring progress, offering resources, and fostering cooperation with internal and external partners to ensure effective service delivery. This classification differs from that of a Nutritionist 1 in that the latter is eligible for the Registered Dietitian (RD) exam.

Responsibilities

• Determines participant eligibility for the WIC (Women, Infants & Children) program by assessing nutrition risk, analyzing anthropometric and hematological measurements, providing nutrition counseling, and assigning food packages. Documents information in participant's electronic record according to policies and guidelines.
• Interprets and explains nutrition data and risk to participants to promote behavior change and complies with program guidelines.
• Assess client's readiness to change and assists with client-centered goals to promote behavior change.
• Evaluates participant's progress on nutrition/breastfeeding goals at regular intervals through the certification period. Provides breastfeeding promotion and support as appropriate.
• Monitors inventory resources related to feeding such as breastfeeding aids, breastfeeding equipment, and therapeutic formulas.
• Maintains knowledge of community resources to provide referrals and resources to participants. Provides basic nutrition education to local health department staff, clients, and community organizations.

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Decision Quality
• Communicates Effectively
• Collaborates
• Instills Trust

Knowledges

• Customer and Personal Service
• Biology
• Sociology and Anthropology
• Psychology
• English Language

Skills

• Active Learning and Listening
• Service Orientation
• Time Management
• Writing
• Speaking

Abilities

• Written Comprehension
• Speech Clarity
• Speech Recognition
• Number Facility

Tools & Equipment

• Computer
• Desk Telephone
• Cell Phone
• Printer (Scanner/Copier/Fax)
• Electronic Scale

TN Driver Standards

State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:

• A valid driver's license
• For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.

Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.

• Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.