Nutritionist City of Springfield, MO

• 4.0 Springfield, MO Job Details Full-time $42,619.20
• $75,732.

80 a year 6 hours ago Qualifications Driver's License Bachelor's degree Full Job Description Description Looking to make a difference in the lives of Women, Infants, and Children in our community? The Springfield-Greene County Health Department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Nutritionist in our WIC program. This position will promote individual and population health through nutrition education initiatives and health behavior change programs in the WIC setting for diverse populations. Will evaluate dietary needs of pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children. Position will also be responsible for explaining and certifying eligibility of WIC participants on the basis of nutritional risk. Work hours may fluctuate in relation to the assigned clinic and will vary between 7:30AM and 6:00PM. Bilingual capabilities in Spanish are strongly preferred. This position is Open Until Filled and has the option to underfill as a Nutritionist Educator. Applications will be guaranteed review through August 14th, 2026. For more information on our WIC program, please click here. Please click here for information on our excellent benefits! Leadership Philosophy The City of Springfield's leadership culture is grounded in processes, relationships, and trust. Leaders across the organization operate within the principles of The Trust Edge Framework®, which emphasizes: Clarity, Compassion, Character, Competency, Commitment, Connection, Contribution, and Consistency These principles guide how we work together, build relationships, and serve our community. Qualifications and Requirements Experience, Education, and Training (Nutritionist) Requires graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Foods and Nutrition or Dietetics; AND One year of WIC experience; OR A Bachelor's Degree in a related area with 15 hours in Nutrition, Community Nutrition and Diet Therapy course work; AND One year of WIC experience;

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Fully bilingual capabilities in English and Spanish. Licensing/Certification Assignment requires incumbent to possess a valid Driver's License and must be able to provide own vehicle for on the job transportation purposes. Experience, Education, and Training (Nutritionist Educator) Requires graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Foods and Nutrition or Dietetics; OR Bachelor's Degree in a related area with 15 hours in Nutrition, Community Nutrition and Diet Therapy course work. Licensing/Certification None Required. Functions Nutritionist For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description. Salary

• $42,619.20
• $75,732.80 Annually Nutritionist Educator For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description. Salary
• $39,436.80
• $63,523.

20 Annually Other Requirements The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802. Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required. All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.