Job Opportunities Menu Job Opportunities Sign In Saving... Account could not be created. Please fix the errors to continue. Sign In All fields are required Create an account Username or Email Password Sign In Forgot username | Reset password Sign in with Google Sign in with Google. Opens in new tab Facebook Don't have an account? Create one . Already have an account? Sign In . User profile dropdown menu for Username Applications Inbox Profile Account Sign Out After clicking on this link you will be logged out and the page will be reloaded. Applications Inbox Profile Go to Background Investigation Account Sign Out After clicking on this link you will be logged out and the page will be reloaded. Welcome! Thanks for creating an account. Job Opportunities powered by NEOGOV ® Public Health Nutrition Coordinator Print Apply  Public Health Nutrition Coordinator Salary $68,350.28 - $89,606.85 Annually Location Jacksonville, NC Job Type Full-Time Job Number Summer 2026 5169-52403 Department Health Department Opening Date 07/28/2026 Closing Date 7/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Description Benefits Questions Job Description Performs under the leadership of the WIC Program Manager, functions as a member of the community health team, assessing the nutritional needs of individuals and groups within the community, and planning, coordinating, and evaluating the nutritional component of health care services. Will be responsible for the operational supervision of nutrition professionals and paraprofessional staff. Our core values— Resilience , Excellence , Accountability , Customer Service , and Honesty —are the foundation of our work and the standard by which we operate. As a member of our team, you are expected to demonstrate these values in every aspect of your role. This means delivering high-quality work, taking responsibility for your actions, providing exceptional service, and maintaining integrity in all interactions. Your commitment to these principles is essential to fostering a positive workplace culture and ensuring the success of our organization and the community we serve. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regular working hours will be Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Position Responsibilities Essential Functions Provide high-quality nutrition care using the Nutrition Care Process and International Dietetic and Nutrition Terminology. Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments, develop and implement individualized plans of care based on nutritional needs and available resources, and evaluate and monitor progress of nutritional services provided to program participants, individuals and families with a multitude of medical conditions and nutrition concerns. In addition to coordinating and supervising WIC nutrition services and staff, the Public Health Nutrition Coordinator is expected to maintain an active clinical role by regularly providing direct nutrition services to clients. This position is responsible for assisting with clinic operations by providing frontline coverage during periods of increased demand, planned or unplanned staff absences to ensure continuity of services, and to maintain efficient workflow, while balancing supervisory and administrative responsibilities. The Coordinator is expected to maintain clinical competency, model best practices, and provide leadership through active participation in the delivery of nutrition services. Ensures that nutrition programs are implemented and operated in a systematic manner and in compliance with federal and state regulations. Develop, interpret and implement policies, standards and guidelines, identify improvement opportunities and conduct quality assurance activities. Participate in advisory committees, including standing committees, ad hoc workgroups, grant reviews and special initiatives. Mentor, coach and supervise staff. Assess training needs, identify and address performance issues and coordinate and/or provide appropriate training resources and opportunities. Communicate program goals and outcomes to internal and external stakeholders through in-services, training sessions, orientation and outreach events. Assess community nutrition needs, promote, and design community programs to meet those needs; foster collaborative community partnerships. Performs assigned functions as a Disaster Ready Team (DRT) member, if appointed or volunteers. Other related programmatic assignments as determined by management. Core Competencies Data Analytics and Assessment

• Identifies and describes factors that affect the health of a community.
• Accesses, collects, and analyzes and manages quantitative and qualitative data using various methods and tools.
• Applies public health informatics in using data, information, and knowledge.
• Explains the importance of public health informatics for designing, implementing, evaluating, and improving policies, programs, and services. Public Health Sciences
• Describes how public health sciences are used in the delivery of the 10 Essential Public Health Services.
• Uses evidence in developing, implementing, evaluating, and improving policies, programs, and services.
• Develops and maintains partnerships that increase use of evidence in public health practice. Policy Development and Program Planning Skills
• Develops and implements policies, programs, and services.
• Implements quality improvement methods and tools to improve policies, programs, services, and organizational performance.
• Identifies opportunities and influence policies, programs, and services external to the organization.
• Contributes to adjustment of organizational strategic plan for continuous improvement.
• Engages in community health improvement planning Health Equity Skills
• Applies principles of ethics, diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in designing, implementing, evaluating, and improving policies, programs, and services.
• Engages in continuous self-reflection about one's biases.
• Collaborates with the community to identify and reduce systemic and structural barriers that perpetuate health inequities.
• Implements organizational policies, programs, and services to achieve health equity and social and environmental justice.
• Contributes to achieving and sustaining a diverse, inclusive, and competent public health workforce. Communication Skills
• Determines purposes and goals for disseminating public health data and information.
• Communicates with linguistic and cultural proficiency; tailoring messages for different audiences, using age-appropriate materials, incorporating images, using plain language, implementing CLAS Standards, ensuring accessibility for people with disabilities, engaging interpreters and translators.
• Seeks input from internal and external audiences, including populations served, coworkers, chambers of commerce, faith-based organizations, schools, social services organizations, health care providers, and community-based organizations.
• Fosters communication: by building trust, engaging in active listening, conducting in-person and virtual meetings, considering language and accessibility needs, being clear and transparent. Management and Finance Skills
• Recruits a diverse, inclusive, and competent workforce.
• Monitors workforce satisfaction.
• Engages in continuous improvement of individual performance.
• Recognizes one's own professional development needs.
• Participates in professional development opportunities.
• Collaborates with individuals and teams to determine professional development needs.
• Develops organizational policies, programs, and services to achieve diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.
• Manages programs and services within current and projected resources.
• Engages in contingency planning.
• Applies critical thinking in decision-making.
• Engages individuals and teams to achieve program and organizational goals Leadership and Systems Thinking Skills
• Collaborates with individuals and organizations to develop and implement a vision for a healthy community.
• Identifies and addresses emerging needs.
• Engages staff in the change process.
• Manages uncertainty.

Qualifications Advanced knowledge and skill in comprehensive nutrition assessment and care planning, including problem diagnosis, counseling, and evaluation of clients from diverse backgrounds and ages, who have a multitude of complex, high-risk medical needs. Advanced knowledge and skill in medical terminology, theoretical principles and practices of normal and clinical nutrition and dietetics, particularly in areas of disease pathophysiology and medical rehabilitation. Advanced, in-depth expertise in a clinical specialty area may be required. Advanced level of knowledge in case management and care coordination, health care ethics, documentation in the medical record, quality assurance, management of nutrition services. Advanced skill in interpreting nutrition standards to other health professionals and the public is needed. Advanced level of knowledge of the organization and delivery of local health administration, delivery of local services, funding methodologies and of the roles of the various members of the interdisciplinary health care team. Demonstrated ability in staff development, assuring staff accountability, and conducting personnel performance evaluations. Ability to adapt to emerging or unprecedented problems by extending accepted methods or developing new methods and interventions. Ability to justify budget requests as well as, monitor, analyze, and manage allocated resources. Basic skill in the consultant process, both as consultant and consultee. Strong knowledge of current scientific information regarding nutrition, diet, and health and the ability to relate this information to clients, professionals, and the general public. Full range of skill in conducting a nutrition education or community needs assessment. Strong ability to interpret policy and protocols into operational procedures and work priorities. Full range of skill in organizing and coordinating the work of others. Full range of skill in presenting ideas orally and in a writing a clear, concise manner. Education, Experience, and Special Requirements Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education with a Master's degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, or Nutrition from an accredited college or university and one year of experience; or Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education and two years of nutrition experience; or other equivalent combination of education and experience that includes a Bachelor's degree in nutrition/dietetics, two years of nutrition experience, and two years of progressively responsible supervisory experience, including direct management of staff and responsibility for hiring, performance evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary actions. Valid driver's license. Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist with the North Carolina Board of Nutrition/Dietetics preferred. Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget and market considerations. In order to be considered for this position, your final transcript showing the date that your degree was awarded and/or any required certificates or licenses must be uploaded with your application, even if you are a current employee or we have received it with a previous application. Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regular Onslow County employees have the ability to participate in a wide array of employee benefits including: Health Insurance Health Insurance is provided by Cigna and covers a wide variety of healthcare services. Dental Insurance Dental insurance is provided by Delta Dental to full-time employees and covers a percentage of basic to major dental procedures, including orthodontia for children and adults. Vision Insurance Vision insurance is provided by MetLife to full-time employees and covers a variety of materials (contacts and glasses frames/lenses) and an annual eye exam. North Carolina Local Governmental Employees' Retirement System Eligible employees are automatically enrolled in the retirement system and must contribute 6% of their gross salary each pay period. Once eligibility requirements are met, employees will be able to receive monthly payments for life based on their salary, age, and years of service credit. NC401k The County contributes 1% of employees' gross salary into the 401(k) account regardless of the employee's deferral amount. In addition, the County matches employee deferrals up to an additional 4%. Vacation Leave Regular full-time employees earn 13.5 days of vacation leave per year. With each 5-year increment of employment, vacation accrual increases. Sick Leave Regular full-time employees earn 12 days of sick leave per year. Paid Holidays County employees receive paid holidays annually. The Board of County Commissioners approves and may adjust the schedule as deemed necessary. ComPsych Mental Health Services The County provides Mental Health and Life Services through ComPsych to help employees and their families with personal, family and job-related problems such as counseling, crisis support, work-life resources, legal and financial consultations, and organizational support tools. Supplemental Benefits County employees are also offered a variety of supplemental benefits such as Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 457b Deferred Compensation Plan, and MetLife Supplemental Plans. For more information, please visit http://www.onslowcountync.gov//HR and click on the Benefits tab. 01 Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education? High School Diploma or GED Associates Degree Bachelors Degree Masters Degree Doctorate 02 Is your degree in any of the following fields of study? Dietetics Public Health Nutrition Nutrition Other Related field Not Applicable or No Degree 03 Are you a registered dietitian with the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education? Yes, I am a registered dietitian No, I am not a registered dietitian 04 Do you possess a valid driver's license? Yes No 05 Based on your review of the position requirements, are you able to perform the position duties with or without reasonable accommodation? Yes No 06 Have you uploaded your official transcript showing the date that your degree was awarded and any required certificates or licenses? This must be done even if you are a current employee or we have received it with a previous application. Yes No 07 Onslow County's values are

REACH:

Resilience, Excellence, Accountability, Customer Service, and Honesty. Which value(s) resonates with you the most, and why? Required Question Employer Onslow County Address 234 Northwest Corridor Boulevard Jacksonville, North Carolina, 28540 Phone 910-347-7600 Website http://www.onslowcountync.gov Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email Job Opportunities Account Privacy Policy Terms Of Use Accessibility Statement Privacy Settings Copyright © 2026 Do not sell my personal information × For California residents, and to the extent NEOGOV sells your personal information as the term "sell" is defined under the California Consumer Privacy Act, you have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information by us to third parties at any time. This setting only applies to registered account holders that have opted-in for an Access Membership. If you wish to opt-out click follow these steps: Log into your Job Seeker Profile Click your name in the upper right-hand corner Select Account Settings Select the Preferences section Click the Edit button next to Access Membership Switch Toggle to off Click Save If you do not have a registered account this setting does not apply, however, you can review your right on our privacy policy . If you require further assistance, please email privacy@neogov.com × Accessibility Statement At Governmentjobs.com, Inc. d/b/a NEOGOV, we recognize the importance of making our products and services accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities, and are continually working to improve the experience for all users. Commitment to Accessibility We are committed to following best practices, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, to the extent feasible, however, we do not warrant compliance with these standards or any other accessibility standards. We are continually enhancing our platforms to ensure greater accessibility, and we actively seek out opportunities to improve accessibility features. Ongoing Enhancements Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we are regularly updating our technology, services, and content to address accessibility barriers. Our team is dedicated to identifying areas for improvement and making enhancements that allow all users, regardless of their abilities, to fully engage with our services. Feedback and Assistance We value feedback from our users. If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our services or have suggestions on how we can improve, please reach out to us at accessibility@neogov.com. We will make every effort to resolve any concerns and consider alternative options where possible. Thank you for choosing NEOGOV. We remain dedicated to improving accessibility and creating an inclusive experience for all. Job Opportunities Job Opportunities Menu Close Menu Job Opportunities Job Opportunities Class Specifications Job Interest Cards Help & Support