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Public Health Nutritionist
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What they do
A Dietitian or Nutritionist provides clients with advice on healthy eating, and helps to plan nutritional menus. Works with individuals who have specific dietary needs, such as hospital patients, or oversees food programs in schools, hospitals, and other large organizations. May work in a community setting or non-profit, governmental, or public health organization, offering nutritional advice to specific groups of people.
$90,732 / year median in California
+16% projected growth
Job Description
THE POSITION
As an experienced Public Health Nutritionist, through the WIC program, you will provide nutritional consultative services with clients; plan, coordinate and implement nutrition education services by providing Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to children and youth with eating disorders. The position will also provide in-person counseling to clients with eating disorders who receive service through the Behavioral Health Division. Additionally, as a Public Health Nutritionist you will also provide MNT to clients under care in Family Health Services for treatment for chronic diseases. Click here to view the Public Health Nutritionist Job DescriptionPOSITION REQUIREMENTS
Experience :
One year working as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).Education:
A Bachelor's degree is required from an accredited college or university, in nutrition or dietetics. A Master's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or Public Health or related field is desirable.Special requirements:
Incumbent must possess certification as a Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist issued by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.SELECTION PROCESS
July 10, 2026- Deadline to submit application and required documents for the first application review. July 24, 2026
- Deadline to submit application and required document for the 2nd application review Applications will be reviewed weekly thereafter.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted through the NEOGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the final filing deadline. Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment. Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m- 5:00 p.
DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS A
Bachelor's degree is required from an accredited college or university, in nutrition or dietetics is required for this position. Official/unofficial transcripts (verifying the courses and units completed) or degree (verifying institution, student, date, degree and area of specialization conferred) must be attached by the application review deadline. Certification as a Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist issued by the Commission on Dietetic Registration is also required. Candidates who fail to submit their transcripts or degree and certification by the deadline will be disqualified from the recruitment.PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING
Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained. How to Submit Your Documents In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424 , or by email to r ecruitment@solanocounty.com . Be sure to include the recruitment title (Public Health Nutritionist) and the recruitment number (26- 333120-01 ) in your email or fax.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS
To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions.A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE
(GENERALLY COPY 4), MUSTBE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DEADLINE.
Applicants who have a service-connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service-connected reasons. Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran's preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations. We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave To learn more, view our benefits summary .Closing Date/Time:
7/24/2026 5:00 PM Pacific Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board. Solano County 707-784-6170 Solano County- Employer of Choice Commitment to
Service:
Our mission is to serve the people and to provide a safe and healthy place to live, learn, work and play. We serve the public in many different ways, including: Providing primary medical, dental, alcohol, drug and mental health services to residents, including the uninsured, low-income, and medically underserved Providing law enforcement services in the unincorporated area of the county Protecting the community from public health threats such as communicable diseases Coordinating countywide responses to domestic violence and terrorism or other emergencies Managing the criminal justice process after arrest (jail, prosecution, probation) Supporting other local governments through efficient property tax collection as mandated by the State, County and local jurisdictions; and, Administering and enforcing Federal, State, and Local laws and policies pertaining to environmental health, building construction, and land use planning Our employees : Our diverse workforce is committed to fulfilling this mission and does so by exemplifying our IDEAL Core Values, engaging in our day-to-day work of serving the public with Integrity, Dignity, Excellence, Accountability, and Leadership.Culture of Learning and Development:
Solano County is committed to investing "In and For the Future" by providing training resources to encourage employee professional development and growth within our organization. While employed with Solano County, employees have the opportunity to pursue their career goals, interests, and develop the competencies on the Solano County Leadership Development Model by participating in the following programs: Tuition Reimbursement Program Annual Education Fair County Mentoring Program Leadership Academy Supervisory Trainings Skill Development Trainings Self-paced learning opportunities Solano County Video, click HERE .Our Community:
Solano County is the ideal place to live, learn, work and play… The America's Promise Alliance has named Solano County as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People for six straight years — the only California community with that distinction. Live- Solano County as well as cities within the County have ranked in the top 15 hottest markets across the country and within the Bay Area due to prime location and affordability. Learn
- Higher education abounds! Within the County, education choices include: Solano Community College, CSU Maritime Academy, Brandman University, and Touro University. Bordering our County is the renowned University of California Davis. Work
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