Baltimore County
Assistant Community Nutritionist (Administrative Officer II) - Non-Merit
Baltimore County, Towson, Maryland, United States, 21286
Salary:
$22.29 - $31.98 Hourly Location :
Towson, MD Job Type:
NON-MERIT Job Number:
NM.103 09-25 Department:
HHS/CLINICAL SERVICES Opening Date:
09/19/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week
Non-Merit vacancies exist in the Bureau of Clinical Services, Women, Infant and Children (WIC), Department of Health and Human Services.
Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested candidates must apply at this time.
List all
promotions
and changes in job duties due to
reclassification
as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Note : Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
Failure to submit proof of
Licenses ,
Certifications
and
Education
will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Examples of Duties
Under general supervision, provides consultation and assessment, and delivers various nutrition related services, including public health, nutrition education, and food service programs, to individuals, families, and groups.
Examples of Essential Duties
Screens clients and obtains necessary documentation to determine medical and nutritional risk for WIC eligibility according to established Federal regulations and State guidelines. Takes and records pertinent client information including height, weight, and hemoglobin measurements. Obtains clients' diet histories and assesses adequacy using standard guidelines. Prepares and implements nutrition plans. Prescribes food packages to meet clients medical and nutritional needs. Counsels clients, provides educational materials, and makes referrals to other appropriate resources. Assists in the planning and implementation of nutritional education programs and outreach activities. Assist in the development and distribution of educational materials, such as pamphlets, audio-visual aids, displays and reports. Assist in evaluating the need for services, and in the planning and implementation of service delivery. Receives, investigates, and resolves inquiries, requests, and complaints. Assists in the development of new or improved clinic processes and/or procedures. Assists in training and orienting new personnel. Examples of Other Duties
Acts as a team leader and supervises staff in the absence of Community Nutritionist. May perform other duties as required. (NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)
Qualifications
Required
Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate in Arts degree in health education, nutrition, dietetics, human ecology/home science, or a related field.
Licenses
and
Certificates Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of
Licenses ,
Certifications
and
Education
will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org).
Mail or deliver documents to: ATTN: Assistant Community Nutritionist - Non-Merit Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Avenue Towson, Maryland, 21204 You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
EXAMINATION
PROCEDURE Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Conditions of Employment
Physical and Environmental Conditions The work of this classification may entail travel to various sites throughout the County.
Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks Employment Benefits
for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees
Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.
Equal Opportunity Employer Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.
Smoke free workplace All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.
Drug free workplace Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.
Employee Assistance Program Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.
Health Insurance In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.
Life Insurance In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.
Retirement Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.
Paid Leave Sick Leave
- Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.
Vacation Leave
- Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.
Holidays
- Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.
Bereavement Leave Jury Leave Military Leave
Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.
Direct Deposit Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.
Deferred Compensation Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice. Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions. 01
The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the
Work History
section of this application. If you cite experience in your response that is not included on the Work History section of this application, your application may be considered incomplete and you may not receive further consideration for this position. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience.
I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.
02
Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience/History" section of the application will result in your application not being considered.
A resume will not be considered
in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
03
Select the type of driver's license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your driver's license number, class and state in the previous section of this application.
Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class A Maryland Driver's License. Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class B Maryland Driver's License. Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License with a Passenger Endorsement. Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a non-commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License. Provisional Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Provisional Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License. Driver's License Learners Permit. I do not have a driver's license.
04
Select the option that best describes your combination of education and experience.
Master's Degree from an accredited college/university in health education, nutrition, dietetics, human ecology or home science. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university in health education, nutrition, dietetics, human ecology or home science. Associate's Degree from an accredited college/university in health education, nutrition, dietetics, human ecology or home science. I do not have any of the above combinations of education and experience.
05
Select the language(s), other than English, in which you are proficient in reading, writing and/or speaking. If you choose "Other" please list in the following question.
Spanish Russian Other Not applicable.
06
Do you have experience working with families and babies with young children?
Yes No
07
Do you have experience working with diverse populations?
Yes No
08
Are you willing to work in a position that requires travel between work sites using your personal transportation? A mileage allowance, set by Baltimore County Policy, shall be paid to County employees who use their privately-owned vehicles for official County travel necessary to carry out the required or authorized duties of their positions.
Yes, I am willing to accept these conditions of employment No, I am not willing to accept these conditions of employment and therefore I understand I will not be considered for this position with Baltimore County Government
Required Question
$22.29 - $31.98 Hourly Location :
Towson, MD Job Type:
NON-MERIT Job Number:
NM.103 09-25 Department:
HHS/CLINICAL SERVICES Opening Date:
09/19/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week
Non-Merit vacancies exist in the Bureau of Clinical Services, Women, Infant and Children (WIC), Department of Health and Human Services.
Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested candidates must apply at this time.
List all
promotions
and changes in job duties due to
reclassification
as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Note : Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
Failure to submit proof of
Licenses ,
Certifications
and
Education
will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Examples of Duties
Under general supervision, provides consultation and assessment, and delivers various nutrition related services, including public health, nutrition education, and food service programs, to individuals, families, and groups.
Examples of Essential Duties
Screens clients and obtains necessary documentation to determine medical and nutritional risk for WIC eligibility according to established Federal regulations and State guidelines. Takes and records pertinent client information including height, weight, and hemoglobin measurements. Obtains clients' diet histories and assesses adequacy using standard guidelines. Prepares and implements nutrition plans. Prescribes food packages to meet clients medical and nutritional needs. Counsels clients, provides educational materials, and makes referrals to other appropriate resources. Assists in the planning and implementation of nutritional education programs and outreach activities. Assist in the development and distribution of educational materials, such as pamphlets, audio-visual aids, displays and reports. Assist in evaluating the need for services, and in the planning and implementation of service delivery. Receives, investigates, and resolves inquiries, requests, and complaints. Assists in the development of new or improved clinic processes and/or procedures. Assists in training and orienting new personnel. Examples of Other Duties
Acts as a team leader and supervises staff in the absence of Community Nutritionist. May perform other duties as required. (NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)
Qualifications
Required
Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate in Arts degree in health education, nutrition, dietetics, human ecology/home science, or a related field.
Licenses
and
Certificates Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of
Licenses ,
Certifications
and
Education
will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org).
Mail or deliver documents to: ATTN: Assistant Community Nutritionist - Non-Merit Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Avenue Towson, Maryland, 21204 You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.
EXAMINATION
PROCEDURE Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Conditions of Employment
Physical and Environmental Conditions The work of this classification may entail travel to various sites throughout the County.
Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks Employment Benefits
for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees
Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.
Equal Opportunity Employer Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.
Smoke free workplace All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.
Drug free workplace Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.
Employee Assistance Program Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.
Health Insurance In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.
Life Insurance In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.
Retirement Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.
Paid Leave Sick Leave
- Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.
Vacation Leave
- Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.
Holidays
- Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.
Bereavement Leave Jury Leave Military Leave
Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.
Direct Deposit Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.
Deferred Compensation Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice. Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions. 01
The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the
Work History
section of this application. If you cite experience in your response that is not included on the Work History section of this application, your application may be considered incomplete and you may not receive further consideration for this position. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience.
I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.
02
Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience/History" section of the application will result in your application not being considered.
A resume will not be considered
in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
03
Select the type of driver's license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your driver's license number, class and state in the previous section of this application.
Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class A Maryland Driver's License. Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class B Maryland Driver's License. Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License with a Passenger Endorsement. Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a non-commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License. Provisional Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Provisional Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License. Driver's License Learners Permit. I do not have a driver's license.
04
Select the option that best describes your combination of education and experience.
Master's Degree from an accredited college/university in health education, nutrition, dietetics, human ecology or home science. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university in health education, nutrition, dietetics, human ecology or home science. Associate's Degree from an accredited college/university in health education, nutrition, dietetics, human ecology or home science. I do not have any of the above combinations of education and experience.
05
Select the language(s), other than English, in which you are proficient in reading, writing and/or speaking. If you choose "Other" please list in the following question.
Spanish Russian Other Not applicable.
06
Do you have experience working with families and babies with young children?
Yes No
07
Do you have experience working with diverse populations?
Yes No
08
Are you willing to work in a position that requires travel between work sites using your personal transportation? A mileage allowance, set by Baltimore County Policy, shall be paid to County employees who use their privately-owned vehicles for official County travel necessary to carry out the required or authorized duties of their positions.
Yes, I am willing to accept these conditions of employment No, I am not willing to accept these conditions of employment and therefore I understand I will not be considered for this position with Baltimore County Government
Required Question