Nutritionist II

Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Location : Roxboro, NC

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 2025-00015

Department: Health Department

Opening Date: 04/03/2025

Closing Date: Continuous

Salary Grade: 113

Hiring Salary Range: $47,049 - $60,289 annually

Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; Monday - Friday

"Everything is Better in Person"

Summary Objective

Person County Government is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nutritionist II to join the Health Department's team. This is a full-time position offering an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community by providing comprehensive, hands-on nutritional services to a diverse population. As a Nutritionist II, you will serve individuals of all ages, from low- to high-risk participants, who require dietary counseling and support through the Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).

Why work with us:

Make a direct and lasting impact on the health and wellbeing of the community.

Work in a collaborative and supportive environment focused on public health.

Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Opportunities for professional development and continuing education. If you are passionate about nutrition and public health, we encourage you to apply and be part of a dedicated team making a difference in Person County.

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This is a non-exempt position working 37.5 hours weekly/1950 hours annually.

The starting salary will be determined with consideration given to both the candidate's educational background and relevant work experience.

Must possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record per County policy.

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. The position will close once filled.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Required Minimum Training:

Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetics Registration;

or Master's degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, or Nutrition;

or graduation from a Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education-approved Didactic Program in Dietetics and two years nutrition experience;

or Dietetic Technician, Registered with the Commission on Dietetics Registration with a Bachelor's degree in any subject area from an accredited four-year college or university and two years nutrition experience;

or a Bachelor's of Science degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition or Community Nutrition from an accredited four-year college or university and two years nutrition experience.

Additional Training/Experience:

North Carolina WIC Program Crossroads Training

Ongoing North Carolina WIC Program Trainings

Ongoing Person County Government Trainings

Breastfeeding Coordinator: Completion of 20 Hours of Continuing Education in Breastfeeding Every Five (5) Years

WIC Designated Breastfeeding Expert (DBE): Completion of the WIC Breastfeeding Support Curriculum Levels 1 -4 Within One (1) Year of Assuming the Role

WIC DBE Continuing Education Offered by the Local Agency's Regional WIC Lactation Area Training Centers for Health (LATCH)

Special Certifications and Licenses

A valid driver's license is required.

Person County conducts pre-employment screening on candidates. Job offers are conditional pending the following:

A pre-employment drug screen for all candidates. Positions designated by Person County as Safety Sensitive are also subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A background check for all candidates. Some positions also require a credit check.

Additional screening and testing required for some positions.

Within 3 days of the start of your employment with the County, you must be able to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the US.

Person County Government is an Equal Opportunity/E-Verify Employer

Person County Government offers a wide range of employee benefits for full-time employees.

Employee Benefits

NC STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM

Employee contributes 6% of pre-tax salary and county contributes 13.65% for county employees and 15.04% for law enforcement effective 7/1/2023.

EMPOWER 401K & 457

County contributes 5% of your salary into the 401k and you can contribute up to 80% of your compensation or up to $17,500.

No county contribution for part-time

PAID LEAVE

ANNUAL LEAVE

0-2 years - 12 days per year

3-4 years - 15 days per year

5-9 years - 17 days per year

10-14 years - 20 days per year

15-19 years - 22 days

20+ years - 25 days per year

SICK LEAVE

12 days per year

HOLIDAYS

12 paid holidays per year

PARENTAL LEAVE

30 paid days of new parent leave

VOLUNTEER LEAVE

Up to 24 hours of paid time off per fiscal year to volunteer with a public educational

institution or non-profit organization.

WELLNESS DAY

1 day per year

PAY PROGRAM

MERIT INCREASES - Annual increases based upon performance (up to 3%)

LONGEVITY PAY

Based on years of service

1 year, but less than 5 years - .50% of annual salary

5 years, but less than 10 years - 1% of annual salary

10 years, but less than 15 years - 2% of annual salary

15 years, but less than 20 years - 3.25% of annual salary

20 years, but less than 25 years - 4.5% of annual salary

25 years or more - 5.75% of annual salary

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM

Employees may be reimbursed for eligible expenses up to a total of eight hundred dollars ($2,500) per fiscal year

CERTIFICATIONS

1.5% salary increase per advanced certification pertaining to the job

DIRECT DEPOSIT

Person County Government employees are paid bi-weekly with Direct Deposit

WELLNESS PROGRAMS

COUNTY EMPLOYEE GYM

$25 membership fee per year for full-time or $50 for part-time public safety employees at the Sheriff's Dept. or EMS whose position requires you to be "fit for duty".

WALK OR WORK OUT PROGRAM

The County allows employees to be physically active three times a week for 45 minutes

PERSON COUNTY SAFETY

Person County is committed to conducting all operations as safely and efficiently as possible. The safety of all employees and the general public, both inside and outside our facilities, is of great importance and one of our major goals.

INSURANCE

HEALTH INSURANCE - HSA - CIGNA - (County contributes $1100 to HSA account - pro-rated by insurance effective date)

Employee - $0.00/month

Employee + 1 child - $200.00/month

Employee + children - $260.00/month

Employee + spouse - $741.00/month

Family - $976.00/month

HEALTH INSURANCE - TRADITIONAL PLAN - CIGNA

Employee - $50.00/month

Employee + 1 child - $400.00/month

Employee + children - $480.00/month

Employee + spouse - $1,216.59/month

Family - $1,580.79/month

DENTAL INSURANCE

Employee - $0.00/month (County pays 100% premium)

Employee + child(ren) - $54.91/month

Employee + spouse - $38.11/month

Family - $94.27/month

VISION

Employee - $7.28/month

Employee + child(ren) - $16.62/month

Employee + spouse - $14.54/month

Family - $25.62/month

LIFE INSURANCE

$10,000 Policy provided by the County

Supplemental Life Insurance available for $25,000 to $100,000 policies

SUPPLEMENTAL POLICIES

AFLAC

FSA (MEDICAL/CHILD CARE)

MASS MUTUAL WHOLE LIFE

SHORT/LONG-TERM DISABILITY

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