Dietetics Assistant Director Department of State Hospitals

JC-527294

• Dietetics Assistant Director

DIETETICS ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

$7,530.00

• $9,429.

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

Final Filing Date:

10/1/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties The Dietetics Assistant Director will be directed by the Dietetics Director in Nutrition Services at the Department of State Hospitals

• Atascadero (ASH).

The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to: Manages personnel and staffing related activities for Nutrition Services as assigned. Computer use is required. Manages, i.e., plans, organizes, and directs, the activities required by Nutrition Services for the quality provision of patient meals, nourishments, and ancillary dietetic services. Computer use is required. Manages Nutrition Services key department activities and functions as assigned and provided liaison to other hospital areas related to e.g., personnel, procurement/menus, equipment, standards compliance, events, training, safety/security/environment of care, emergency preparedness, infection control/HACCP/food safety, automation, etc. Possesses knowledge of, monitors adherence to, prepares for site visits, escorts/attends meetings related to Joint Commission, Licensing, Environmental Health, Department of State Hospitals; DSH-Atascadero policies, procedures, directives, laws, standards, and regulations relevant to Nutrition Services production/presentation/ancillary dietetic services. Participates in quality control monitoring, reporting, and resolution of concerns. Promotes and participates in performance improvement activities. Ensures staff are included in PI activities and kept informed through frequent staff meetings. Ensures patient suggestions/concerns from various sources are investigated, resolved, documented (e.g., attends Nutrition & Unit Representative meeting, internal patient complaints, patient rights complaints, etc.). Works with staff and department management to establish, implement annual department objectives. Participates in assigned department and hospital meetings and teams. Participates in the Dietetic Internship (DI) Program in site planning, preceptor responsibilities, and acting DI Director if needed. Maintains Food Safety Certification. Models, monitors, intervenes, and responds as needed to ensure Nutrition Services' adherence to requirements in safety, security, relationship security, infection control, emergency response, and a non-hostile work environment.

Eligibility:

To be considered for this career opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of one of the following: reachable on a certification list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. It is your responsibility to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications specified in the examination bulletin/classification specifications. If you do not have eligibility, you must take the exam. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Click here to take the Dietetics Assistant Director Examination Click on the link to complete the

Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey:

DSH Recruitment Survey You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions This position requires you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA). Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

DIETETICS ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-527294

Position #(s): 455-548-2155-003

Working Title:

Dietetics Assistant Director

Classification:

DIETETICS ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

$7,530.00

• $9,429.

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

Positions:

1

Work Location:

San Luis Obispo County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

DSH

• Atascadero Department Information The Department of State Hospitals
• Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals
• Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings and many historical landmarks.

We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce.

Department Website:

https://www.dsh.ca.gov 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. You MUST attach proof of registration as a Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date:

10/1/2026