Nutritionist

Local Agency: 073
Contact: [email protected]
City: San Antonio

Job Description:

• Functions as a Certifying Authority responsible for assessing nutritional risk conditions and determining program eligibility
• Provides individual nutrition counseling and conducts individual and group classes
• Responsible for proper food package issuance, including non-contract formula requests

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or Home Economics with a Food and Nutrition major with 24-semester hours credit in Food and Nutrition
• Experience in Public Health (desired)
• Bi-lingual (Spanish) preferred

How to Apply: Send resume to [email protected]
Salary: Based on experience
Closing Date: Open until filled

RD/WIC Program Integrity Supervisor

Local Agency: 036
Contact: [email protected]
City: San Marcos

Job Description:

Provides high-risk nutrition counseling; approves non-contract formulas after consulting with the doctor and state office, as needed; plans, coordinates, implements, and evaluates nutrition services in all WIC clinics; provides training and technical assistance to all staff; serves as the Nutrition/Breastfeeding Coordinator and develops and implements the annual plans.

Essential Functions:

1. Provides nutrition services and expertise across all agency clinics: Assesses and counsels clients at high risk for nutritional deficiencies. Develop and implement nutritional education and breastfeeding plans. Approves formulas for participants with special needs. Consults with and coordinates care with physicians and/or other healthcare providers. Develop programs, nutrition education materials, and complete special projects. Provides breastfeeding education, support, problem resolution, and training on breastfeeding equipment/aids.
2. Responsible for the timely completion of assigned WIC Program Functions: Ensures compliance with Quality Management requirements, including self-audits, corrective action plans, training, and meetings. Oversees the WIC certification specialist (WCS) Program, including hiring, training, and continuing education of agency WCSs. Coordinates the initial and ongoing training of WIC staff to ensure compliance with all training requirements. Coordinates agency outreach efforts to promote enrollment of new clients, with special focus on at-risk populations. Provides direct supervision and support to assigned administrative staff, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with program policies and procedures.  
3. Performs participant certification services and thorough documentation: Obtains blood samples and anthropometrics Reviews health history and determines nutritional risk codes; assigns the proper food package for issuance to participants. Reviews and determines the eligibility of participants Counsels individuals and families on nutrition; addresses nutritional concerns and goals of parent/guardian. Provides referrals to other health and social service providers.  
4. Maintains WIC facility to ensure a clean, safe, and sanitary environment: Participates in cleaning restrooms, kitchen/break area, furniture, doors, windows, floors, and equipment. Remove trash to the proper disposal receptacle. Re-stocks supplies such as tissues, towels, soap, and hand sanitizer. Reports facility issues to the supervisor.  
5. Miscellaneous: Represents local agency at the community and state level. Provides outreach and program presentations to the public. Teaches nutrition education classes. Responds to information requests from staff, the State, and the public. Serves as the Nutrition and Breastfeeding Coordinator and develops annual plans. Performs other duties as assigned.  

Minimum Qualifications:  

• A bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field is required.
• Certification as a Registered Dietitian (RD) is required.
• Three (3) years of nutrition and/or public health experience.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

Work Hours: 2 days, 8 AM - 7 PM; all other days M - F flexible

How to Apply: [email protected]

Salary: $59,196.80 - $74,006.40 Annually

Closing Date: Open until filled

Public Health Dietitian RD

Local Agency: 021
Contact: [email protected]
City: Wichita Falls
Phone: 940-761-7809

Job Description:

The purpose of this position is to provide professional and administrative support in the planning and conducting of public health nutrition services and programs. The Nutrition Education Coordinator is required by State WIC to ensure that a qualified, designated staff administers (plans, implements and evaluates) nutrition education. To assure that nutrition education is planned, scheduled and provided to address the nutritional needs of the program participants. This is accomplished by completing annual plans, ensuring agency and staff compliance, providing staff training and ensuring quality management for WIC nutritional services. The Public Health Dietitian implements procedures to ensure high risk participants receive education and counseling as needed and required by Texas WIC policy and procedures. A Public Health Dietitian will serve as a Preceptor for staff who are in training to become WIC Certification Specialists. The Dietitian also serves on the Quality Management team.

How to Apply: https://munisweb.wichitafallstx.gov/ess/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

Salary: $24.03 - $30.05 per hour

Closing Date: Open until filled.

WIC Training Coordinator

Local Agency: 001
Contact: [email protected]
City: Austin, TX

Job Description:
Under general direction, this position is responsible for developing, coordinating, delivering, and assessing training programs for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Local and State-wide staff.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

• Serves as liaison between the Training Team, Division Manager, and State WIC regarding Training Center operations and procedures.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates training plans for WIC program staff.
• Develops and implements evaluation tools.
• Develops and implements registration process for appropriate trainings in coordination with State WIC and Division Manager.
• Coordinates and executes training schedules, including facility reservations and details, such as food, supplies, etc.
• Documents and monitors completion of monthly and other required staff training.
• Collaborates with State WIC and Division Manager to gain knowledge of work situations requiring employee training to better understand changes in policies, procedures, regulations, and/or technologies.
• Writes, drafts, and reviews program policies, procedures, routine correspondence, etc.
• Assists in planning short- and long-range goals and projects.
• Coordinates University and volunteer requests for placements and assignments in WIC clinics and completes required Human Resource paperwork and evaluations for students.
• Serves as preceptor for the State WIC Internship, coordinates rotation, and completes evaluation.
• Responds to research project requests informing and complying with the City, Department, and State WIC process; reviews project to determine feasibility; and communicates and coordinates with Division Manager.
• Oversees services and activities, including clinic staffing, supply, and equipment needs; reports incidents and accidents; and addresses and resolves immediate customer complaints.
• Collects, reviews, and interprets data to ensure program metrics are met and improved upon, as needed.
• Provides regular clinic services to maintain current knowledge and skill level.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of principles and practice of nutrition.
• Knowledge of public health programs and client needs.
• Knowledge of training and learning principles.
• Knowledge of instructional systems design methods.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory agency requirements.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of charting standards and/or records management.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
• Skill in oral and written communications sufficient to clearly convey and receive information and ideas.
• Skill in delivering training and providing public presentations.
• Skill in handling and prioritizing multiple tasks.
• Skill in resolving problems or situations requiring the exercise of good judgment.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other City departments, employees, and the public.
• Skill in maintaining records.
• Skill in preparing clear and concise written reports.
• Ability to train others.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions.

Minimum Requirements:
Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, or Home Economics, which includes twelve (12) semester hours in food and nutrition, plus three (3) years relevant work experience.

How to Apply: Please apply at the link: https://austintexas.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/COA_Careers/job/Grove-Campus/WIC-Training-Coordinator_JR101840?q=WIC 
Salary: Min $65,390.00 - Mid $81.740.00 (Commensurate with experience)
Closing Date: 11/25/2025