Marion County Public Health Department
Womens Infants and Childrens (WIC) Administrator
Marion County Public Health Department, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262
Womens Infants and Childrens (WIC) Administrator
Position Summary: Responsible for planning, organizing, and managing the Women Infant Children (WIC) program; overseeing WIC Breastfeeding Manager, WIC Mobile Unit Manager, Clinic Managers, Senior Nutrition Education Coordinator, Vendor Liaison, Special Projects Nutritionist, WIC Office Coordinator, WIC Business Manager. Plans, implements, and evaluates the objectives and activities of the WIC Program. (1,2,4,7,8) Ensures compliance with regulations, policies, budgeting, and accounting procedures as outlined by the US Department of Agriculture, State Department of Health, and Public Health Division. (1,2,7) Responsible for personnel administration of the program including the recruitment, interviewing, selection, and supervision of program staff. (1,3,4,8) Oversees the vendor management of the WIC Program-ensures vendor compliance and establishes procedures for monitoring retail stores. (1,2,3,7,8) Responsible for the overall operation of the automated food delivery and management information system and WIC computer application system. (1,3) In the absence or vacancy of direct report’s position(s), must plan, organize, and ensure the completion of responsibilities assigned as role responsibilities of direct reports. (1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8) Work in conjunction with WIC Program Managers, Senior Nutrition Education Coordinator, and Breastfeeding Manager in planning, implementing, and evaluating the nutrition education component of the program. (1,2,3,4,7,8) Responsible for maintaining all MOUs, not limited to, homeless shelters, hospitals, Indiana Women’s Prison, and other programs as directed by the State WIC Coordinator. (1,2,3,4,5) Ensure completion of all service agreements with appropriate signatures for all events pertaining to Marion County WIC program/staff. (1,2,3,4,5). Provides orientation and consultation on the WIC Program to other members of the health team; provides in-service training programs for professional/paraprofessional staff. (1,3,5) Coordinates the WIC Program with other health programs within the division and community service agencies, private physicians, and other health institutions. (1,3,5) Develop communication, automated phones, or social media system to establish and maintain positive rapport between the WIC and the community being served. (3,5,8) Assists Grants Manager with grant budget recommendations for program refunding and continuations. (7) Provides leadership in the Request for Proposal process for WIC local sponsorship application. (1,7) Previews monthly expenditure reports and monitors WIC budgets. (7) Responsible for overall clinic coverage of both clerical and nutritional staff at all WIC sites at designated times. (3,8) Responsible for securing space for WIC staff at all service locations. (3,7,8) Responsible for negotiating both annual budget and needed additional funds throughout the year. (7) Other Duties and Responsibilities
Performs other duties necessary and incidental to the work described herein. Represents MCH PD on committees and actively participates to promote MCPHD initiatives, both internally and externally. Collaborates with nutrition professionals in Nutrition Services and public health settings. Maintains confidentiality of all client records and information as specified by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability of Act of 1996. Trained at the appropriate National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS) level. Analytical/Assessment Skills Communication Skills Cultural Competency Skills Leadership and System Thinking Skills Policy Development/Program Planning Skills Financial Planning and Management Skills Public Health Sciences Qualifications
Education/Licensure/Certifications/Experience
Licenses/Certification either required upon hire: Registration as Dietitian by the American Dietetic Association, Indiana RN license by the Indiana Professional License Agency Board of Nursing Bachelor’s or master’s degree graduate which, through review of an official transcript from an accredited college, includes a study in Nutrition. These degrees include but are not limited to: Family and Consumer Sciences; Food and Nutrition in Business; Nutrition, Nursing with background in Nutrition Fitness and Health. Experience in Maternal and Child Health or Public Health preferred. Licenses/Certification required: Valid driver’s license and access to reliable car. 5-8 years previous experience with demonstrated ability in program development and staff management. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Internet Explorer. Excellent verbal and written skills. Must possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Must be able to take initiative and prioritize workload. Knowledge and Skills
Must have some knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the WIC Program and the Division of Public Health. Skills in financial management and management of personnel. Demonstrated ability to exercise professional judgments and tact in communicating with a wide variety of individuals. Knowledge of program planning and evaluation. Good judgment and discretion in communication (written, verbal and non-verbal). Must be able to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure. Flexibility to adjust to changing program/department needs and activities. Must be able to lift a minimum of 45 pounds. Must resolve conflicting policies and procedures between federal, state, and local agencies. Organizational ability to manage decentralized programs. Compliance with program guidelines to ensure continual funding. High level of concentration, accuracy, attention to detail, ability to analyze and interpret data. Travel is required between various program locations. Exposure to communicable illness and disease due to direct and frequent client contact; participants in stress. Some physical effort is associated with lifting and carrying supplies. Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level Employment Type
Full-time Job Function
Management, Administrative, and Strategy/Planning Industries
Hospitals and Health Care Benefits
Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Pension plan Tuition assistance Disability insurance Indiana, United States $50 - $60
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Position Summary: Responsible for planning, organizing, and managing the Women Infant Children (WIC) program; overseeing WIC Breastfeeding Manager, WIC Mobile Unit Manager, Clinic Managers, Senior Nutrition Education Coordinator, Vendor Liaison, Special Projects Nutritionist, WIC Office Coordinator, WIC Business Manager. Plans, implements, and evaluates the objectives and activities of the WIC Program. (1,2,4,7,8) Ensures compliance with regulations, policies, budgeting, and accounting procedures as outlined by the US Department of Agriculture, State Department of Health, and Public Health Division. (1,2,7) Responsible for personnel administration of the program including the recruitment, interviewing, selection, and supervision of program staff. (1,3,4,8) Oversees the vendor management of the WIC Program-ensures vendor compliance and establishes procedures for monitoring retail stores. (1,2,3,7,8) Responsible for the overall operation of the automated food delivery and management information system and WIC computer application system. (1,3) In the absence or vacancy of direct report’s position(s), must plan, organize, and ensure the completion of responsibilities assigned as role responsibilities of direct reports. (1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8) Work in conjunction with WIC Program Managers, Senior Nutrition Education Coordinator, and Breastfeeding Manager in planning, implementing, and evaluating the nutrition education component of the program. (1,2,3,4,7,8) Responsible for maintaining all MOUs, not limited to, homeless shelters, hospitals, Indiana Women’s Prison, and other programs as directed by the State WIC Coordinator. (1,2,3,4,5) Ensure completion of all service agreements with appropriate signatures for all events pertaining to Marion County WIC program/staff. (1,2,3,4,5). Provides orientation and consultation on the WIC Program to other members of the health team; provides in-service training programs for professional/paraprofessional staff. (1,3,5) Coordinates the WIC Program with other health programs within the division and community service agencies, private physicians, and other health institutions. (1,3,5) Develop communication, automated phones, or social media system to establish and maintain positive rapport between the WIC and the community being served. (3,5,8) Assists Grants Manager with grant budget recommendations for program refunding and continuations. (7) Provides leadership in the Request for Proposal process for WIC local sponsorship application. (1,7) Previews monthly expenditure reports and monitors WIC budgets. (7) Responsible for overall clinic coverage of both clerical and nutritional staff at all WIC sites at designated times. (3,8) Responsible for securing space for WIC staff at all service locations. (3,7,8) Responsible for negotiating both annual budget and needed additional funds throughout the year. (7) Other Duties and Responsibilities
Performs other duties necessary and incidental to the work described herein. Represents MCH PD on committees and actively participates to promote MCPHD initiatives, both internally and externally. Collaborates with nutrition professionals in Nutrition Services and public health settings. Maintains confidentiality of all client records and information as specified by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability of Act of 1996. Trained at the appropriate National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS) level. Analytical/Assessment Skills Communication Skills Cultural Competency Skills Leadership and System Thinking Skills Policy Development/Program Planning Skills Financial Planning and Management Skills Public Health Sciences Qualifications
Education/Licensure/Certifications/Experience
Licenses/Certification either required upon hire: Registration as Dietitian by the American Dietetic Association, Indiana RN license by the Indiana Professional License Agency Board of Nursing Bachelor’s or master’s degree graduate which, through review of an official transcript from an accredited college, includes a study in Nutrition. These degrees include but are not limited to: Family and Consumer Sciences; Food and Nutrition in Business; Nutrition, Nursing with background in Nutrition Fitness and Health. Experience in Maternal and Child Health or Public Health preferred. Licenses/Certification required: Valid driver’s license and access to reliable car. 5-8 years previous experience with demonstrated ability in program development and staff management. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Internet Explorer. Excellent verbal and written skills. Must possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Must be able to take initiative and prioritize workload. Knowledge and Skills
Must have some knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the WIC Program and the Division of Public Health. Skills in financial management and management of personnel. Demonstrated ability to exercise professional judgments and tact in communicating with a wide variety of individuals. Knowledge of program planning and evaluation. Good judgment and discretion in communication (written, verbal and non-verbal). Must be able to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure. Flexibility to adjust to changing program/department needs and activities. Must be able to lift a minimum of 45 pounds. Must resolve conflicting policies and procedures between federal, state, and local agencies. Organizational ability to manage decentralized programs. Compliance with program guidelines to ensure continual funding. High level of concentration, accuracy, attention to detail, ability to analyze and interpret data. Travel is required between various program locations. Exposure to communicable illness and disease due to direct and frequent client contact; participants in stress. Some physical effort is associated with lifting and carrying supplies. Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level Employment Type
Full-time Job Function
Management, Administrative, and Strategy/Planning Industries
Hospitals and Health Care Benefits
Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Pension plan Tuition assistance Disability insurance Indiana, United States $50 - $60
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