Reference #: 4495962 THE POSITION Join our team in a satisfying role leading and coordinating internships for dietetic professionals! The Department of Health (DOH) is actively recruiting for the position of Public Health Nutrition Consultant - Dietetic Internship Director. This position, in the Bureau of Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) supports the bureau's mission of improving the nutrition and health of families. The Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) internship director for PA WIC is responsible for supporting the organization's director. This is accomplished by observing and monitoring business operations and reviewing the project management of every rotation to meet the successful project deliverables. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to share your skillset and knowledge while earning a great salary and benefits!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you are responsible for the overall coordination, management, implementation, and evaluation of the DOH, WIC Dietetic Internship program in accordance with the requirements of the ACEND Dietetic Internship program. You develop, implement, and assure on-going review of dietetic internship policies, procedures, and curriculum to ensure compliance with ACEND requirements and apply timely updates to policies, procedures, and major program changes. You also communicate all updates to key stakeholders. In addition, you maintain program accreditation, intern records, complaints, communication, and coordination with program preceptors and rotation sites.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 37.5-hour work week Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday, with 60-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Two years of professional nutrition or dietetics experience in a public health, education, social service, or closely related setting and a master's degree in human nutrition or a closely related field. Other Requirements:

This position requires applicants to be a Registered Dietitian as defined by the Commission of Registration of the American Dietetic Association. You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements:

You must pass a background investigation. A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information. How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. You must still complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application. Your ap lication must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.