PRE-REGISTERED DIETITIAN

California Department of Developmental Services; California; On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing available

Job summary

The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) invites applications for a Clinical Pre-Registered Dietitian at Porterville Developmental Center in Tulare County. This in-person, temporary position (not to exceed nine months) will provide support under a registered dietitian and may lead to Registered Dietitian status upon certification.

Housing may be available for relocation; California residency required at appointment.

Qualifications

• Must be a resident of California at the time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of medical nutritional therapy for individuals at Porterville Developmental Center.
• Under direct supervision of a registered dietitian, perform related work as assigned.
• Position is temporary and not to exceed nine months; progress toward Registered Dietitian upon certification.

Job description

Job Description and Duties

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Under direct supervision of a registered dietitian, to assist in the development and implementation of medical nutritional therapy for individuals in the Porterville Developmental Center (PDC) facility and perform other related work. The classification of Pre-Registered Dietitian is a temporary appointment classification used for recruitment of professional dietitians. All appointments in this class are made on a temporary basis and are not to exceed nine months. Incumbents, upon becoming registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association, will then become eligible for appointment to the class of Registered Dietitian. This position is not eligible for telework, this position is in person only. Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three (3) percent in exchange for five (5) hours per month of the Personal Leave Program (PLP). Temporary state housing may be available for those relocating to fill hard to recruit positions. Housing assignments and rates will be determined in accordance with Department policy, operational priorities, and applicable labor agreements. Pursuant to California Government Code requirements, candidates must be residents of the State of California at the time of appointment. This position requires lawful authorization to work in the United States. The Department does not sponsor employment visas for this position. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must possess and maintain sufficient strength, agility, endurance, and sensory ability to perform the duties contained in this duty statement. Extensive use of telephones, computers, and other office equipment. May require continuous walking and standing within an 8-hour period, and prolonged sitting in front of a computer. Occasional test kitchen assignments will require use of kitchen equipment. Work site audits may require visits to unit kitchens and individual dining areas. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Requires working with all levels of personnel within the organization. Incumbents will be exposed to all Clinical and Support Services areas of the facility. Incumbents must have the ability and knowledge to use a Personal Computer. Ongoing interaction with facility personnel, stakeholders, vendors, etc. Position requires problem solving skills and ability to communicate effectively. Travel may be required. May work around wet surfaces. As situations arise, may be required to work extended hours or alternate shifts/days as necessary to complete required work. Like all employees of PDC, may have contact with individuals who have unpredictable behaviors and may be required to assist as trained with individual containment/restraint. Potential exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids, pesticides and cleaning chemicals.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-534543

Position #(s): 472-243-2168-901

Working Title: Clinical Pre-Registered Dietitian

Classification: PRE-REGISTERED DIETITIAN

$4,499.00 - $5,832.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: Tulare County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Non-Tenured, Intermittent

Facility: Porterville Developmental Center

Department Information

The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities. These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access the services and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

Contact Information

Porterville Developmental Center

HR/Recruitment and Exams

P.O. Box 2000

Porterville, CA 93258

Contact Evangelina Valle at [phone], Christopher Rocha at [phone], Laura Medina Jimenez at [phone], or Monica Rodriguez at [phone] for questions specific to the essential functions of the position only.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
• Selected candidates are subject to special requirements. This position is required to complete a medical evaluation.

Foreign Transcripts

• Foreign Degrees or Transcripts – Applicants with foreign degrees or transcripts who wish to apply that coursework toward meeting the minimum qualifications of the classification must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which his/her foreign coursework is equivalent. PDC accepts foreign transcript evaluations that are completed by one of the services listed on these webpages:
• NACES | Credentials Evaluations Provided by NACES Members
• Evaluation Service Providers - Association of International Credential Evaluators. Inc. (aice-eval.org)

Benefits

As a state employee working for the Department of Developmental Services, you and your family will have access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance benefits in addition to retirement benefits. Benefit Eligibility May Be Based On Job Classification, Bargaining Unit, Time Base And Length Of Appointment. Additional Benefits May Also Be Outlined For Specific Bargaining Units In Employee Collective Bargaining Contracts. For More Information, Please Visit The Links Below. State Employees - CalHR Benefits Website. CalPERS Health Benefit Summary 2026. Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

EEO Contact

Kerrie Sawyer

[phone]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Confidential

Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birth date, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.