HR Wellness Coordinator (Nutritionist/Dietitian)

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29d•$62,100 - $65,000

About The Position

Hillsborough County is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of the people who serve our community. The Human Resource Wellness Coordinator (Nutrition-Focused) plays a key role in that mission by designing and delivering engaging wellness programs that help employees eat well, feel better, and prevent chronic disease. In this role, you’ll blend your expertise in nutrition with corporate wellness program management to create budget-friendly cooking classes, evidence-based education, and creative wellness initiatives that support the County’s Well4Life programs. You’ll help employees make informed choices about their health while supporting a culture of wellbeing across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health, or a related field; OR
Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) or Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS).
At least two (2) years of experience in health promotion, nutrition education, or corporate/employee wellness programming.
Possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License.
Reliable transportation to travel to various County worksites and field locations as needed.
Strong knowledge of nutrition, dietetics, and wellness promotion practices.
Understanding of the relationship between nutrition, chronic disease management, and prevention.
Familiarity with federal and state regulations impacting wellness programs (e.g., HIPAA, EEOC, GINA, ADA).
Excellent presentation, public speaking, and group facilitation skills.
Ability to research, analyze data, and evaluate program effectiveness.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build partnerships inside and outside the organization.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort using wellness and digital engagement platforms.
Regularly required to talk, hear, stand, walk, and use hands to handle or reach.
Occasionally required to sit, climb, or kneel; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds (e.g., program materials, equipment).
Classified as Medium Work – exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or 20 pounds frequently to move objects.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a corporate or employee wellness setting.
Experience designing and delivering cooking demonstrations or hands-on nutrition programs.
Familiarity with wellness technology platforms and digital engagement tools.
Passionate about public service and improving the health of a diverse workforce.
Strong background in nutrition, dietetics, or public health, with an understanding of how nutrition affects chronic disease and preventive health.
Comfortable presenting to groups, engaging different audiences, and making complex health concepts easy to understand.
Collaborative, relationship-focused, and able to work across departments and with external partners.
Data-informed and comfortable using metrics to evaluate program success and make recommendations.

Responsibilities

Wellness Program Management
Develop, plan, and implement wellness initiatives that support the County’s overall HR and benefits strategy.
Monitor, evaluate, and report on wellness metrics, including employee participation and health outcomes.
Partner with the County’s health plan (e.g., Cigna) and other vendors to enhance preventive health and lifestyle management programs.
Research best practices and trends in workplace wellness and recommend new ideas.
Assist the Wellness Manager with policies, procedures, and incentive programs that encourage healthy behaviors.
Nutrition Education & Programming
Design and deliver nutrition-focused programs to support employees managing or preventing conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.
Create interactive workshops, seminars, and digital content on topics like healthy eating, meal planning, label reading, and portion control.
Plan and lead budget-friendly healthy cooking demonstrations and classes aligned with wellness themes (e.g., heart health, stress management, mindful eating).
Develop and share practical educational materials (for example: “Fuel for Energy,” “Eat Smart on a Budget,” “Healthy Lunches at Work”).
Collaborate with local chefs, vendors, and community partners to expand nutrition and cooking offerings.
Collaboration & Communication
Serve as the subject matter expert in nutrition and wellness for HR and County departments.
Lead internal communications for nutrition and wellness campaigns (e.g., Meal Prep Mondays, Tasty Tuesdays, Eat Well–Work Well content on COIN).
Work closely with HR Benefits, Communications, and other departments to ensure programs align with County goals and employee needs.
Coordinate and support the Wellness Influencers network with resources, education, and friendly wellness challenges.
Help support, monitor, and promote the use of on-site wellness and fitness spaces.
Evaluation & Reporting
Track participation and outcomes for wellness and nutrition initiatives using data and analytics.
Prepare clear, professional reports and presentations for leadership to demonstrate progress toward wellness goals.
Recommend program improvements based on trends, outcomes, and employee feedback.