Nutrition Food Management Consultant 10-12

Full Job Description

The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.

E Level (10-P11)

The consultant in this position will work in developing capacity in the program areas of infant/child nutrition, nutrition risk, and dietary formulas, as well as infant formula manufacturer rebate contract management. Position coordinates with Nutrition and Public Health Consultants to establish WIC policy based on Federal Regulations. Coordinates with WIC partners, including Medicaid and CSHCS program representatives. The consultant is responsible for providing technical assistance to the WIC Division and local WIC agencies statewide regarding the Michigan WIC authorized formulary. Consultant applies knowledge of clinical nutrition principles and practices. Consultant is assigned to work with selected local WIC agencies and is responsible for ensuring that agencies are evaluated according to federal standards and receive appropriate training and technical assistance. The Consultant is responsible for assignments related to the MI-WIC computer system and for policy, training and collaboration in areas for which responsible.

Position Description (E Level PD)

A Level (12)
The consultant in this position is the recognized WIC State resource in the program areas of infant/child nutrition, nutrition risk, and dietary formulas, as well as infant formula manufacturer rebate contract management. Position establishes WIC policy based on Federal Regulations. This consultant is the lead coordinating with WIC Medicaid and CSHCS program representatives on federal required primary payer meetings. The consultant is responsible for providing technical assistance related to assignments in nutrition consultation and technical assistance to the WIC Division and local WIC agencies statewide for the formulary used by WIC programs. Consultant applies extensive knowledge of clinical nutrition principles and practices. Consultant is assigned to work with selected local WIC agencies and is responsible for ensuring that agencies are evaluated according to federal standards and receive appropriate training and technical assistance. The Consultant is responsible for assignments related to the MI-WIC computer system and for policy, training and collaboration in areas for which responsible.

Position Description (A 12 Level PD)

Job Specification

To be considered for this position you must:

• Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
• Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
• Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
• Attach a cover letter.

If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts.

Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.


Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions

Requirements

Education
Possession of a master's degree in human nutrition, public health, or institution administration.
Experience

Nutrition/Food Management Consultant 10: One year of professional (post-master's) experience equivalent to a Nutrition/Food Management Consultant.

Nutrition/Food Management Consultant P11: Two years of professional (post-master's) experience equivalent to a Nutrition/Food Management Consultant, including one year equivalent to a Nutrition/Food Management Consultant 10.

Nutrition/Food Management Consultant 12: Three years of professional (post-master's) experience equivalent to a Nutrition/Food Management Consultant, including one year equivalent to a Nutrition/Food Management Consultant P11.

Additional Information

Position Location/Remote Office: The physical location of this position is 320 S. Walnut, Lansing, MI.

Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.






Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including:

• A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
• A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
• Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.

Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.

As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check.

If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.

The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

For information about this specific position, please email MDHHSVacancies@michigan.gov. Please reference the job posting number in subject line.

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