Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Washoe County • Nv 89512, NV

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About The Position

Under general supervision, the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist evaluates nutritional needs of clients and families and recommends dietary regimens within assigned programs, while performing related work as required. The position is a current full-time vacancy in Northern Nevada Public Health; the recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies. The role is generally scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional flexibility in work hours and location. Early evening shifts from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and limited travel to program-designated sites may occur.

The position requires a master’s degree in dietetics or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Applicants must hold Registered Dietitian licensure at application and obtain Nevada Registered Dietitian licensure within three months of appointment. A valid driver’s license is required at appointment. Nevada Office Laboratory Assistant certification is required within six months of appointment. WIC Designated Breastfeeding Expert certification may be required.

The position is covered by the Washoe County Employees Association Supervisory Collective Bargaining Agreement. Selected candidates must meet Northern Nevada Public Health immunization requirements and complete two TB skin tests at appointment, or provide documentation of a QuantiFERON test performed within the previous 12 months. Employment is contingent on state and federal background checks, including fingerprint-based investigation. Employees must reside in Nevada or qualifying neighboring California communities by their first day of work. New employees are hired at the minimum salary-range rate; eligible employees may receive annual merit increases of 5% until reaching the range maximum.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in dietetics or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Valid driver’s license at the time of appointment, maintained for continued employment.
• Registered Dietitian licensure at the time of application, maintained until Nevada licensure is obtained.
• Registered Dietitian licensure in the State of Nevada within three months of appointment, maintained for continued employment.
• State of Nevada certification as an Office Laboratory Assistant within six months of appointment, maintained for continued employment.
• Meet Northern Nevada Public Health immunization requirements and complete two TB skin tests at appointment, or provide documentation of a QuantiFERON test conducted within the last 12 months.
• Pass required state and federal background checks, including fingerprint-based background investigation.
• Reside in Nevada or a neighboring California community such as Truckee, South Lake Tahoe, or Susanville by the first day of work.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, particularly in maternal and child health, breastfeeding, and/or infant feeding.
• Experience or familiarity with WIC and the populations WIC serves.
• WIC Designated Breastfeeding Expert certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the nutritional needs of clients and families.
• Recommend dietary regimens within assigned programs.
• Perform related work as required.

Benefits

• County-paid employee health benefits after 30 days of employment.
• County-paid retirement benefits.
• Vacation accruals.
• Eligible employees may receive annual merit increases of 5% until they reach the maximum salary for the classification.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time