Public Health Nutritionist 1-3

State of Louisiana•Monroe, LA

About The Position

The Louisiana Department of Health is hiring a Public Health Nutritionist 1, 2, or 3 to serve as a Registered Dietitian within Region 8. The primary program is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), with support for other public health programs as needed. The position may be filled in Ouachita, Lincoln, Jackson, or Caldwell Parish. Maintaining the Registered Dietitian credential and Louisiana licensure is required to perform the work under USDA program regulations. The position provides clinical oversight and specialized nutrition services to high-risk WIC participants, offers technical guidance and training to staff, and supports regional nutrition programs and community initiatives. The selected candidate’s level in the job series will be determined by their qualifications, and the position offers the opportunity to advance within the series.

Requirements

Possession of a provisional Louisiana Dietitian/Nutritionist License.
Maintenance of the Registered Dietitian credential and Louisiana licensure is required to perform the work.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical oversight and specialized nutrition services to high-risk WIC participants, including nutritional assessments, risk determination, individualized counseling, and appropriate food package prescriptions.
Conduct high-risk maternal and child nutrition counseling, provide referrals, and connect participants with community resources and assistance programs.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive participant records in the LAWIN WIC management information system and ensure compliance with program requirements.
Oversee infant and pediatric formula changes, formula inventory management, and related nutrition services.
Provide clinical guidance and technical assistance to WIC staff and other public health programs as a subject matter expert in maternal and child nutrition.
Provide staff training, professional development, mentorship, and preceptorship opportunities for dietetic interns pursuing Registered Dietitian credentials.
Monitor nutrition education services for quality, accuracy, and effectiveness, and provide feedback to improve educational outcomes.
Provide regional nutrition program coverage and support across Ouachita, Lincoln, Jackson, Caldwell, and other Region 8 parishes as needed.
Collaborate with regional leadership on strategic planning, program development, community outreach, participation goals, service improvements, and initiatives to improve participant health outcomes.
Participate in special projects, community coalitions, emergency shelter response activities, and continuing professional education to support public health nutrition services and maintain professional credentials.