WIC Program Coordinator | Public Health Nutrition Leader

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation; Alaska; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

PTO 4.5 weeks

Holiday pay

Healthcare

Retirement plans

Job summary

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Bethel, Alaska, seeks a WIC Coordinator to manage the WIC program, ensure enrollment targets, and coordinate with state and federal partners across the region.

The role oversees a ~2,500-person caseload, writes grants, manages budgets, and trains CPAs and dietetic interns. Requires RD status or Master's in health and strong leadership in public nutrition.

Qualifications

• BS in Dietetics or RD status; or Master's in Public/Community Health with 3 years WIC experience.
• Two years supervisory experience preferred.
• Alaska licensure/ADA registration if applicable.
• Strong fiscal and human resource management knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the WIC program.
• Coordinate activities with state agencies and federal programs.
• Oversee program budget and caseload (≈2,500).
• Plan training for CPAs and dietetic interns.
• Travel to villages for client recertification and vendor inspections.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cross-cultural communication

People skills

Computer skills

Nutrition knowledge

Education

BS Degree in Dietetics

Registered Dietitian status

Master's in Public/Community Health

Tools

Hemocue

Microcuvettes

Unostix

Weighing scale

Breast pumps

Job description

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Bethel, Alaska, seeks a WIC Coordinator to manage the WIC program, ensure enrollment targets, and coordinate with state and federal partners across the region.

The role oversees a ~2,500-person caseload, writes grants, manages budgets, and trains CPAs and dietetic interns. Requires RD status or Master's in health and strong leadership in public nutrition.