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Women Infant Children (WIC) Program Manager - Licensed Dietitian

Posting Begin Date: 2025/05/21

Posting End Date: 2025/06/04

Category: Nutrition

Sub Category: Public Health

Work Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: 38.82

Maximum Salary: 41.10

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Description

NOTICE: Effective Spring 2025, in lieu of participating in Social Security, SWDH employees will benefit from a mandatory 401(a) retirement plan.

+ Vision : A Healthier Southwest Idaho.

+ Mission : To promote the health and wellness of those who live, work and play in Southwest Idaho.

+ Values : Accountability, customer-focused, and teamwork influence the work we do and the difference we hope to make.

Are you looking for an opportunity to serve the communities of Adams, Washington, Payette, Gem, Canyon, and Owyhee counties? Do you crave a job where you can make a difference and serve the public? Southwest District Health (SWDH) is recruiting aPublic Health Program Manager 2 (WIC Program Manager, Registered Dietitian)to join the dedicated group of public health professionals in theFamily Services program within the Division of Family and Clinic Services.

As aWIC Program Manager, Registered Dietitianand public health employee, you will serve an active role in improving the health of your community. As part of a small, but mighty team, you will manage, organize, and oversee the Family Services program within the Family & Clinic Services Division, with primary responsibility for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)/Nutrition program. Provide leadership, consultation, and liaison with staff, healthcare providers, and the community. Oversee the delivery of clinical and educational services across all six counties served by SWDH, and fulfill the Local Agency/WIC Coordinator role per the contractual agreement with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. Ensure accountability, integrity, and compliance in all operational, fiscal, personnel, and regulatory matters related to WIC operations. Perform administrative, supervisory, and professional duties related to the planning, implementation, and evaluation of local WIC program activities.

If you crave team-oriented work, purpose, and work/life balance, perhaps it's time you considered a career with SWDH. We're all about shaking up the stereotype that working in government is dull. We're disruptors and innovators, all passionately sharing the same vision of making Southwest Idaho the best place to live, work, and play. We believe in fostering a positive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

This position does require the candidate to be a Licensed Dietitian through the State of Idaho.

Excellent Benefits

This budgeted, regular full-time position offers a competitive benefits package including PERSI (one of the BEST RETIREMENT system available in the Nation) (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/docs/members/PERSI-Benefits-at-a-Glance.pdf) with a lifetime benefit!

+ Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (https://ogi.idaho.gov/benefits-plans/) (Employee-only PPO coverage at $74.74/month for medical/vision and $12.08/month for dental; low-cost options for family members. Free High Deductible Health Plan for employees; low-cost for dependents.)

+ Life Insurance (https://ogi.idaho.gov/life-disability/) (FREE basic coverage; paid supplemental options for employees and dependents.)

+ 11 paid holidays , generous vacation, and sick leave accrual starting immediately. (Holiday pay and accruals are prorated based on hours worked.)

+ Mandatory 401(a) retirement program with 12.4% combined contributions

+ Optional 401(k) (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/choice-401k-plan/active-members/) and 457 (https://www.idahodc.com/rsc-web-preauth/index.html) Saving Plans

+ Wellness Programs (https://ogi.idaho.gov/be-healthy/)

+ Flexible and family-supported policies, including 8 weeks paid parental leave

+ Bring your canine friend to work on Fridays

+ In-house fitness room and outdoor walking path

+ Ongoing internal and external training opportunities

+ Student Loan Forgiveness (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) and Tuition Reimbursement! Easy commute with reverse traffic flow from Boise to Caldwell

Our generous benefits package boosts total compensation for full-time Public Health Program Manager 2, transforming the base pay range from $38.82 - $41.10/hour to an estimated total compensation value, including benefits, of $53.72 - $56.61/hour, showcasing our investment in your well-being and professional growth.

Typical Duties:

Candidates must be able to complete the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and meet all the mandatory qualifications of the position.

+ Plan, organize, and oversee Family Services programs and staff, including WIC/Nutrition, ensuring effective service delivery across six counties and alignment with community needs and strategic goals.

+ Assess and evaluate client and community needs; coordinate referrals with internal and external partners; plan for WIC service expansion and integration with other programs.

+ Supervises staff of professionals and paraprofessionals, evaluates employee performance, and addresses personnel performance issues quickly, effectively, and consistently.

+ Collaborate with program leads to develop and monitor annual program budgets; ensure compliance with fiscal guidelines and track expenditures.

+ Guide development of local nutrition education and breastfeeding support plans; evaluate WIC programs for effectiveness, efficiency, and safety; implement continuous improvement strategies.

+ Operate according to federal WIC regulations and state operational guidelines; complete and submit required reports and support documentation; maintain staff training and credential compliance.

+ Participate in leadership team decision-making and contribute to district-wide strategic planning efforts; engage in local/state workgroups to enhance nutrition and program services.

+ Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate a multidisciplinary team; develop performance standards; address performance issues; support staff development and retention in coordination with HR.

+ Assign and oversee staff training plans, ensuring compliance with WIC federal guidelines; facilitate onboarding and competency verification using state WIC training materials.

+ Lead the creation and implementation of WIC policies and procedures; coordinate program schedules and integration with other division services to meet client needs.

+ Offer technical assistance and consultation in nutrition services to staff and partners; perform direct Registered Dietitian services as needed; assist with client services during staffing shortages.

Minimum Qualifications:

You must possess all the minimum qualifications listed below to qualify for this position. All required experience and/or education must be listed under the work history section of this application OR on your resume and must include a detailed explanation of your roles and responsibilities at each relevant employer.

Minimum Qualifications (MQ):

+ Good Knowledge of:

- Management practices

- Public health principles and practices

•Good knowledge” is typically gained through either a closely related bachelor's degree, 2-4 upper division college courses related to the subject and 2-4 years of mid-level work experience closely related to the subject, or a combination of coursework and experience that represents the knowledge level above.

+ Approximately 2 years of related work experience in the following areas:

- Developing and monitoring a budget

- Developing and implementing public health operating policies and procedures

- Interpreting and applying federal and state public health laws

- Collecting and organizing public health data and developing technical reports

- Analyzing public health program issues and making recommendations

MQ Specialty :

+ Valid Driver’s License

+ Requires a Licensed Dietitian (LD) credential from the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses, which includes a bachelor's or graduate degree from an accredited institution, completion of an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program, and passing the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) exam, in accordance with Idaho Code, Section 54-3506.

Ideal Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities :

+ Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, health education, public health, healthcare administration, or related field.

+ Three to five years of management experience, including supervising professional/support staff, directing and evaluating staff performance, developing programs and policies, budget preparation and monitoring program revenue and expenditures.

+ At least five years of professional experience in the nutrition services field, including, nutritional risk evaluation and assessments, breastfeeding education and support with at least three years at the supervisory level preferred.

Supplemental Information:

Who May Apply

Individuals who meet all the “MQ’s” and “MQ Specialties” listed above. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodation may be directed to the contact listed on this job posting.

How to Apply

Log in to your https://statecareers.idaho.gov/ account, find this job announcement and select the Apply Now button. Attach your most current resume and follow the promptings to complete the exam. Hit submit. Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

The successful candidate will have a history and background supportive of the department's mission goal and be required to complete a pre-employment drug test and a criminal history background check to include fingerprints.

SWDH is an equal opportunity employer and hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sex, age, or disability, exercising the right to family care and medical leave . In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodation to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodation or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Human Resource Office at 208.455.5318.

NOTICE: Idaho's Public Health Districts are agencies that are authorized by the State of Idaho as independent bodies. District employees are not State of Idaho employees, rather District employees who receive benefits through the Office of Group Insurance.

To learn more about Southwest District Health, please visit SWDH.id.gov .

If you would like to become a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.

If you have questions about this position, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 208.455.5318