Nutritionist

City of Springfield•Springfield, MO

11d•Onsite

About The Position

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 7:30 AM and 6:00 PM. 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.

Requirements

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.
Possess a valid Driver's License.
Must be able to provide own vehicle for on the job transportation purposes.
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.
Pre-employment drug testing is required.
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.

Nice To Haves

Fully bilingual capabilities in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Promote individual and population health through nutrition education initiatives and health behavior change programs in the WIC setting for diverse populations.
Evaluate dietary needs of pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children.
Explain and certify eligibility of WIC participants on the basis of nutritional risk.