OPS PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64911178

State of Florida; Immokalee (FL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Florida Department of Health in Collier County is seeking an OPS Public Health Nutritionist to support the WIC program in Naples and Immokalee. This part-time role (28 hours/week) will assess nutrition status, provide education, and determine food packages for participants.

The incumbent will document care plans, perform nutrition counseling, and coordinate with immunization and local health services. Travel between Naples and Immokalee facilities is required, with a strong emphasis on client

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in nutritional science, community nutrition, clinical nutrition, dietetics, or public health nutrition.
• Current licensure as a Florida licensed Registered Dietitian.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
• Emergency duty may be required; in-office role in Naples/Immokalee.

Responsibilities

• Interview WIC clients to perform nutritional assessment screenings (high, risk, and low risk).
• Analyze medical, nutritional, and anthropometrical data to determine nutritional risk eligibility.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to all client types.
• Document assessment, counseling provided, and client goals.
• Assign appropriate WIC food packages for client type.
• Prepare individualized nutrition care plans for high-risk clients.
• Promote breastfeeding and refer to Peer Counselors/CLC/IBCLC as needed per WIC policies.
• Provide and document referrals to immunization, medical, family planning, smoking cessation, and other programs.
• Record height, weight, and hemoglobin as needed.
• Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings.
• Maintain compliance with state/federal policies for sensitive information.

Skills

MS Office

Nutrition assessment

Documentation

Client interaction

Verbal & written communication

Flexible hours

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in nutritional science/public health nutrition

Florida Registered Dietitian licensure

Valid Florida Driver’s License

Job description

Requisition No: 881165

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64911178

Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64911178

Salary: $39.80/hour

Posting Closing Date: 08/12/2026

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Open competitive opportunity

Locations: Naples and Immokalee

This is a part-time position anticipated to work 28 hours per week. The incumbent provides direct client service to Collier Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program participants. Incumbent is expected to assess the nutrition status of WIC applicants/clients, provide pertinent nutrition education and counseling, assign appropriate WIC food packages, provide indicated referrals, and adequately document all items listed above. This employee is required to have an annual assessment for TB, which may include a tuberculin skin test. This employee is at risk for exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Employee will be immunized in accordance with State Health Program Office Immunization Recommendations for Health Care Workers or employee provides proof of immunity for recommended immunizations. The incumbent will work at both facilities located in Naples and Immokalee. This position reports to the Public Health Nutrition Consultant.

Your Specific Responsibilities

• Interview WIC clients to perform nutritional assessment screening for medical high risk, high risk and low risk clients.
• Analyze medical, nutritional, and anthropometrical data to determine nutritional risk eligibility. Assigns correct WIC nutrition risk codes.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to all client types.
• Document assessment, counseling provided, and client established goal.
• Assign appropriate food packages for client type.
• Prepare individualized, outcome-oriented nutrition care plan for all clients determined as high risk and medically high risk.
• Assess, educate, and promote positive breastfeeding practices to WIC participants and refer clients to Peer Counselors, CLC and IBCLC, as needed in accordance with WIC policies.
• Provide and document referrals to other community programs such as the immunization program, medical referrals, family planning, smoking cessation, community food, clothing and shelter sources, and other government assistance.
• Performs height, weight, and hemoglobin, as needed.
• Attend staff meetings and in-service, as scheduled.
• This position is designated as a sensitive position and is required to maintain information in accordance with state and federal statutes, rules, and regulations, as well as of the Florida Department of Health in Collier County Policies, Protocols, and Procedures.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Skill in use of computers, including Microsoft applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Ability to learn the FL-WISE computer system, DOH software, and use a calculator
• Ability to effectively perform nutrition assessments and provide education
• Ability to accurately document patient records and enter data into system
• Ability to interact professionally and collaborate with clients, community partners and other DOH staff
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to work flexible hours and work at different locations if needed
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality

Qualifications

Required

A bachelor’s or master’s degree from an U.S. accredited university or college in nutritional science, community nutrition, clinical nutrition, dietetics, or public health nutrition.

Current licensure as a Florida licensed Registered Dietitian.

Valid Florida Driver’s License and the ability to provide reliable transportation

Incumbent may be required to work additional hours in the event of an emergency or as needed. Emergency duty is required of the incumbent and includes working in special needs or Red Cross Shelter, or to perform other emergency duties including but not limited to responses to threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.

This is an in-office position only.

Preferred

Bilingual skills - Spanish/English or Haitian Creole/English

Experience working in Public Health/ Community Nutrition/WIC

Mission

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values

Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work

Naples and Immokalee, FL

The Benefits Of Working For The State Of Florida

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .

Please Be Advised

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending on the date of your retirement.

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.