WIC Training & Program Development Lead — Remote

State of Washington; Washington; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plans

Paid holidays and leave

Job summary

Washington State Department of Health is seeking a WIC Training and Program Development Manager to lead statewide training and policy implementation for the WIC program within the Office of Nutrition Services. This home-based, remote role offers hybrid work with occasional on-site days in Tumwater and potential statewide field work.

The role supervises the Communication and Training Team, develops staff training resources, and ensures alignment with state and federal WIC requirements while

Qualifications

• Six (6) or more years of experience leading or managing a health services or public health program
• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition science or other public health related programs AND Two (2) or more years of experience leading or managing a health services or public health program
• Two (2) or more years working in WIC program at the local, state or federal level.
• Two (2) or more years of experience leading, managing or supervising professional staff, preferably in a health-related field.
• Two (2) or more years of experience developing service delivery training using educational methodologies, instructional design, or adult learning strategies

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage staff within the ONS Communication and Training Team.
• Provide direction, coaching, and support to staff responsible for WIC communication, training, and program materials.
• Establish priorities and coordinate team activities to support statewide WIC program needs.
• Coordinate training for local WIC staff to support consistent, participant-centered service delivery.
• Ensure training is accessible, relevant, and aligned with state and federal WIC requirements.
• Coordinate training related to WIC policies, procedures, and program implementation.
• Identify training needs and support the development and delivery of resources that strengthen staff knowledge and practice.
• Coordinate the development, communication, and implementation of WIC policies and procedures.
• Work with program teams and local WIC agencies to support understanding and consistent implementation of policy changes.
• Translate complex program requirements into clear, practical guidance and training for WIC staff.
• Coordinate the development of participant nutrition education materials and training resources.
• Support nutrition education approaches that are culturally responsive, participant-centered, and consistent with WIC program requirements.
• Collaborate with program staff to ensure materials effectively support healthy choices and access to nutrition services.
• Participate in the ONS Extended Office Leadership Team (EOLT), Clinic Operations Team, and other ONS meetings and workgroups as assigned.
• Collaborate with internal teams, local WIC agencies, and statewide partners to address training, policy, communication, and program implementation needs.
• Contribute to statewide efforts that strengthen the quality, consistency, and accessibility of WIC services.

Job description

Washington State Department of Health is seeking a WIC Training and Program Development Manager to lead statewide training and policy implementation for the WIC program within the Office of Nutrition Services. This home-based, remote role offers hybrid work with occasional on-site days in Tumwater and potential statewide field work.

The role supervises the Communication and Training Team, develops staff training resources, and ensures alignment with state and federal WIC requirements while