Job Summary :
Interprets Federal and State rules and regulations, writes policies and operating procedures for statewide implementation. Provides
leadership and oversight in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of local agency nutrition services. Provides input on grant
applications to the Contracts consultant. Assists in the preparation of funding proposals and grant applications.
Provides oversight of contracts and development and implementation of services, based on the knowledge of contractor organizations
and financial operations. Provides technical assistance through site visits to assigned contract agencies. Provides guidance, training,
observations, mentoring, monitoring, and feedback on implementation of program regulations such as eligibility, certification, food
package issuance, outreach, Value Enhanced Nutrition Assessment, Participant-Centered nutrition education activities, documentation
through the WIC management information system, customer service, staff training, and budget management. Assists in federal
management reviews and state formal management evaluations of local agencies, as necessary. Collaborates and consults with both
local and statewide advocacy groups, state and local community agencies, advisory councils, task forces, and other internal and
external stakeholders, as appropriate, to develop short and long range plans and strategies for outreach activities to new organizations
and agencies for service expansion in assigned areas. Designs, develops, implements, evaluates and updates curricula related to
federal and state nutrition and health programs. Designs and conducts ongoing training and provides up-to-date communications with
local and agency contractors. Assists in the development and implementation of all outreach and VENA-compliant nutrition education
materials. Plans, organizes, arranges, coordinates, trains, and evaluates statewide, regional and / or local trainings and conferences in
the areas of Nutrition and health education promotions. Represents the Arizona WIC Program, or other programs within the Bureau of
Nutrition and Physical Activity and the Arizona Department of Health Services. Assists the Nutrition, Breastfeeding and Training team
with various needs, including, but not limited to, customer service needs and training of local agency staff. This position is required to
perform work at / attend meetings at alternate locations and / or travel when necessary. This position is required to perform at / attend
meetings at alternate locations and travel when necessary. A minimum of biannual site visits of each agency is expected from this
position. Additional on-site visits to local agencies may be required. Performs other duties as required.
This position is available for remote work on a full-time basis within Arizona (including virtual office arrangements).
This position may be available for remote work within Arizona (# days per week in the office / hoteling).
This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces.
All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
Job Duties :
Plans, directs, implements, contracts, and evaluates the WIC nutrition services of assigned local agencies in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Performs health and program data analysis to identify service needs. Conducts site visits to participate in local agency program operations, evaluates compliance with federal and state standards of service, rules, regulations, policies and procedures and to provide technical assistance.
A minimum of biannual site visits of each agency is expected from this position. Additional on-site visits to local agencies may be required.
Based on federal and state regulations, interprets, designs, creates, tailors, conducts training,
evaluates, and updates operating procedures to implement WIC program policies and procedures and other programs within the Bureau of Nutrition and Physical Activity and the Arizona Department of Health Services.
Provides training, observes, and mentors assigned local agencies staff to build knowledge and skills. Works with assigned local agencies in implementing Participant Centered Services by modeling, coaching, and training.
Plans, organizes, and directs arrangements for seminars, workshops and special training sessions or programs of specific duration.
Assists in development of nutrition tool kits and materials for local agencies and in updates of
existing materials, nutrition care plans, review of e-Learning modules, and any other program activities. Assists in the development and implementation of all outreach and VENA-compliant nutrition education materials.
Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to develop short and long range plans and
strategies for outreach and activities to expand services. Serves as a member of technical committees , boards, task forces, advisory councils as appropriate.
Other duties as assigned as related to the position. Participates in the establishment of guidelines and policies.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) :
Knowledge
Considerable knowledge of federal and
state rules and regulations as related to the
WIC Program
Considerable knowledge and professional
standards for nutrition, training, and public
health
Knowledge of current concepts of effective
nutrition and health delivery programs,
cultural patterns and practices affecting
service delivery and use of data for program
planning and evaluation.
Knowledge of theories and practical
application of teaching techniques for adults,
adolescents, and children
Knowledge of the techniques of effective
communication, participant-centered
education, and behavior change
Knowledge in writing nutrition and health-
based content
Performance Management (PM), and
Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and
Lean methodologies
Skill
Skill in working with agencies and
community organizations
Skill in nutrition assessment including,
anthropometric measurements,
hematological testing, and dietary
assessment
Considerable skill in the use of computer
software for word processing, spreadsheets,
databases and presentations
Skill in training and the Participant -
Centered Education systems approach
Skill in data analysis
Ability
Ability to understand and implement local,
state and federal laws and regulations for the
WIC Program
Ability to verbally communicate clearly and
effectively in one-on-one and group settings
to instruct and / or resolve compliance issues.
Ability to write effectively in letters, reports,
issue papers, grants, policies and
procedures, etc.
Ability in analytical problem-solving and
decision-making.
Support a diverse multi-cultural workforce
that reflects the community, promotes equal
opportunity at all levels of public
employment, and creates an inclusive work
environment that enables all individuals to
perform to their fullest potential free from
discrimination
Selective Preference(s) :
Registered Dietitian required. Bachelor of Science in Nutrition or nutrition-related degree & 3 years’ work experience in federal nutrition
programs such as WIC as a nutritionist, education specialist or program manager. Master’s degree in nutrition, curriculum
development, public health, training, or management preferred and may substitute for 1 year of experience. Fluency in Spanish desired.
Pre-Employment Requirements :
Registered Dietitian required.
Driver's license.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply :
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits :
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including :
Affordable medical and dental insurance plans
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster / adopted child (pilot program).
10 paid holidays per year
Wellness program and plans
Life insurance
Short / long-term disability insurance
Defined retirement plan
Award winning Infant at Work program
Credit union membership
Transit subsidy
ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work / life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive.
Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program . For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our
Retirement :
To help you build a financially secure future, the State makes monthly contributions to finance your retirement benefit.
The State will contribute to the ASRS in an amount equal to your contribution. In other words, you and the State will each pay 50% of the total cost of the benefit.
New State employees have a 27-week wait period for contributions to begin.