Nutritionist Supervisor Senior (BRHD)
About The Position
The Blue Ridge Health District (BRHD) is seeking a Nutritionist Supervisor Senior to lead our dedicated WIC and public health nutrition team. This position plays a vital role in supporting families across Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson counties, as well as the City of Charlottesville. If you're a Registered Dietitian with a passion for public health, leadership, and community impact, we encourage you to apply. About the Role As the Nutritionist Supervisor Senior, you will oversee all WIC and nutrition services in the district, supervise a multidisciplinary team, and ensure compliance with federal and state program requirements. You’ll lead program planning, quality assurance, and outreach efforts to improve health outcomes for women, infants, and children in our community.
Requirements
- Comprehensive knowledge of principles of nutrition, public health programs, community resources and principles of health education
- Knowledge of budgeting; personnel management; ability to plan, implement and evaluate; grant writing; proficient use of a computer and Windows environment
- Skills in oral and written communication and nutrition counseling
- Ability to write reports, interpret policy, develop statistical reports and analyze data to impact program planning
- Ability to supervise multi-disciplinary team and provide team leadership; ability to supervise, schedule and evaluate personnel
- Extensive knowledge of the WIC program and its policies and procedures; work closely with State WIC office to identify program issues and solutions
Nice To Haves
- Experience in public health nutrition, Registered Dietician, and supervisory experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Program Leadership: Manage WIC operations, supervise staff, and ensure high-quality service delivery across multiple clinic sites.
- Strategic Planning: Develop and implement district nutrition goals, write grants and service plans, and monitor program performance.
- Community Engagement: Collaborate with healthcare providers, local agencies, and community partners to expand access to nutrition services.
- Direct Service Support: Provide clinical nutrition services as needed and support staff in delivering client-centered care.
- This position requires travel across the district and may require participation in emergency response efforts when needed.
Benefits
- Work-life balance
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement
- The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
