Florida Department of Financial Services
SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST SUPV - 64054252 1
Florida Department of Financial Services, North Port, Florida, us, 34290
Overview
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Date: Jan 4, 2026 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website. Requisition No: 851253 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST SUPV - 64054252 1
Responsibilities
Supervisory duties including hiring and selection, developing performance plans, conducting performance appraisals, planning and directing work, approving leave, and disciplinary action as appropriate. This position reports to the Public Health Nutrition Program Director of the Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County.
Plan and supervise WIC and Nutrition Services at the main clinic and a satellite clinic, in accordance with Department of Health Manual (DHM) 150-24.
Routinely monitor and evaluate the performance of employees through records/audits, daily observations, and monthly conferences; provide annual performance evaluations and three-yearly position descriptions for direct reports.
Participate in Quality Assurance Monitoring as assigned by the Nutrition Program Director and the State WIC Office.
Provide nutrition services to WIC clients per DHM 150-24, Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for WIC, and agency policies; certify/recertify women, infants and children to participate in the WIC program.
Perform related work as required; attend professional meetings, conferences and workshops; maintain licensure and required CEUs; complete supervisory training within 6 months from date of hire.
Act as designated Information Custodian for WIC Records – Ringling Clinic data sets.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Basic computer skills
Interpersonal skills
Ability to use program-related software
Knowledge of dietetic practice
Ability to organize and direct the work of others
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in dietetics, clinical nutrition, nutritional science, community nutrition, food and nutrition, or public health nutrition
Licensed Dietitian as outlined in Chapter 468, Part X, Florida Statutes, or be eligible to practice dietetics in accordance with Chapter 64B8-40 to 45, Florida Administrative Code
Work experience providing nutrition education
Preferred
Experience providing breastfeeding education and support
Mission, Vision, and Values Florida Department of Health Mission:
To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
Vision:
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
Values:
I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Where You Will Work North Port Family Health Center
North Port, FL 34287
Benefits The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Annual and Sick Leave benefits
Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year
State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check. Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.
Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Candidates requiring a Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location: NORTH PORT, FL, US, 34287
Nearest Major Market: Sarasota Nearest Secondary Market: Tampa
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time
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Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST SUPV - 64054252 1
Date: Jan 4, 2026 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website. Requisition No: 851253 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST SUPV - 64054252 1
Responsibilities
Supervisory duties including hiring and selection, developing performance plans, conducting performance appraisals, planning and directing work, approving leave, and disciplinary action as appropriate. This position reports to the Public Health Nutrition Program Director of the Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County.
Plan and supervise WIC and Nutrition Services at the main clinic and a satellite clinic, in accordance with Department of Health Manual (DHM) 150-24.
Routinely monitor and evaluate the performance of employees through records/audits, daily observations, and monthly conferences; provide annual performance evaluations and three-yearly position descriptions for direct reports.
Participate in Quality Assurance Monitoring as assigned by the Nutrition Program Director and the State WIC Office.
Provide nutrition services to WIC clients per DHM 150-24, Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for WIC, and agency policies; certify/recertify women, infants and children to participate in the WIC program.
Perform related work as required; attend professional meetings, conferences and workshops; maintain licensure and required CEUs; complete supervisory training within 6 months from date of hire.
Act as designated Information Custodian for WIC Records – Ringling Clinic data sets.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Basic computer skills
Interpersonal skills
Ability to use program-related software
Knowledge of dietetic practice
Ability to organize and direct the work of others
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in dietetics, clinical nutrition, nutritional science, community nutrition, food and nutrition, or public health nutrition
Licensed Dietitian as outlined in Chapter 468, Part X, Florida Statutes, or be eligible to practice dietetics in accordance with Chapter 64B8-40 to 45, Florida Administrative Code
Work experience providing nutrition education
Preferred
Experience providing breastfeeding education and support
Mission, Vision, and Values Florida Department of Health Mission:
To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
Vision:
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
Values:
I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Where You Will Work North Port Family Health Center
North Port, FL 34287
Benefits The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Annual and Sick Leave benefits
Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year
State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check. Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.
Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Candidates requiring a Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location: NORTH PORT, FL, US, 34287
Nearest Major Market: Sarasota Nearest Secondary Market: Tampa
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time
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