Registered Dietician

Fountain; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Tulsa is seeking a Registered Dietitian to ensure compliance with nutrition regulations and support menu development for the Child Nutrition Services program. The candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in nutrition and be a registered dietitian with a minimum of one year experience in large-scale food service. The role involves training staff and ensuring student-centered meal services. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication, analytical skills, and knowledge of regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in K–12, institutional, or large-scale food service.
• Experience with automated food production systems preferred.
• ServSafe and AllerTrain certifications required within six weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local school nutrition regulations.
• Support the development of compliant menus and dietary accommodations.
• Train staff on nutrition education and ensure food safety.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to collaborate effectively with staff at all levels

Knowledge of federal and state child nutrition program regulations

Analytical and sound decision-making skills

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or related field

Registered Dietitian (RD or RDN) credential

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Nutrition analysis software

Job description

Address 8934 East Latimer Street, Tulsa, OK, 74115, US

Tulsa Public Schools’ existing salary schedules provide career increment adjustments based on education/experience and/or years of creditable service. For more information about the salary for this specific position please review the Salary Schedule for the corresponding Salary Grade (listed above).

Position Summary

The Registered Dietitian ensures the district’s Child Nutrition Services program complies with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing school nutrition programs. This position provides professional dietetics expertise to support compliant menu development, medically required dietary accommodations, nutrition education initiatives, and operational consistency across school sites. The role partners with Child Nutrition Services leadership to maintain safe, accurate, and student-centered meal services while supporting regulatory compliance and program effectiveness across the district.

Key Functions

• Regulatory Compliance and Program Oversight
• Menu and Nutrition Analysis
• Dietary Accommodations and Food Safety
• Training and Nutrition Education
• Monitoring, Reporting, and Documentation

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or related field
• Registered Dietitian (RD or RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration, including completion of an ACEND-accredited internship and required continuing education
• Master’s degree preferred

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in K–12, institutional, or large-scale food service
• Experience with automated food production systems and nutrition analysis software preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• ServSafe certification and AllerTrain certification required within six (6) weeks of hire
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Oklahoma Food Handler’s permit
• Valid driver’s license required
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with staff at all levels of the organization
• Knowledge of federal and state child nutrition program regulations
• Analytical and sound decision-making skills
• Ability to interpret and apply changing federal and state regulationsAbility to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

About Our District

At Tulsa Public Schools, our mission is to inspire and prepare every student to love learning, achieve ambitious goals, and make positive contributions to our world. We are the destination for extraordinary educators and staff who work with our community and families to ignite the joy of learning and prepare every student for the greatest success in college, careers, and life. Our core values of equity, character, excellence, team, and joy guide how we work and interact with each other and our community.