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NUTRITION OUTREACH PARAPROFESSIONAL - Range 10 / AMEA

Salary

$20.77 - $26.42 Hourly

Location

Anchorage, AK

Job Type

Regular / Part Time

Job Number

2025-00499

Department

Anchorage Health Department

Division

WIC Program

Opening Date

06/05/2025

Closing Date

6/26/2025 5:00 PM Alaska

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Job Information

Open to the general public any current Municipal employee.

This position is represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the AMEA.

DEPARTMENT: Anchorage Health Department

HOURS OF WORK: Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Shifts vary dependent on department needs

*Remote work schedule opportunities (telecommuting) may be considered after successful completion of probation at the discretion of management with the approval of the department head. Not all positions are eligible for remote work (telecommuting) per P&P 40-40*

*To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances*

Example of Duties

The Anchorage Health Department Supplemental Food and Nutrition Education Program for Women Infants and Children (WIC) is expanding nutrition education and outreach efforts to reduce barriers and bring healthy foods and nutrition education within reach to vulnerable community members. At-risk community members need support services to equitably access basic food and nutrition resources. A Nutrition Outreach Paraprofessional (NOP) is qualified to deliver public health outreach, social service program eligibility determination, and nutrition education to expedite outreach and education activities for participants who face barriers to accessing services. The NOP will carry out strategies to engage and retain eligible participants most at risk for missing services. They will answer WIC participant inquiries for services and advise WIC participants on how to use WIC benefits at approved retail outlets. They will screen WIC applicants to determine program eligibility and nutritional risk according to State of Alaska written policies. The NOP will provide participant-centered nutrition education, breastfeeding counseling and refer high risk participants to a Registered Dietitian or designated breastfeeding expert. The NOP's direct service experience will bolster outreach efforts to engage participants who experience social and economic challenges that could interfere with their ability to access food and other basic services.

Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and two (2)years of experience in a health and/or social services work environment.

OR

Associate’s degree in Sociology, Psychology, Nutrition or a closely related discipline, and experience in health and/or social services work environment.

Must possess or obtain the following:

+ Certification as a Competent Professional Authority (CPA) by the WIC Program within three (3) months of hire.

+ American Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certification within 90 days if hire.

+ Must possess a valid State of Alaska driver's license by the time of hire.

Preferences:

+ Experience providing nutritional assessment, education and counseling to individuals, groups, or the public.

+ Familiar with medical terminology.

Additional Important Information

Preference will be given to Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) employees. AMEA employees who are successful in the screening process will be forwarded to the department for consideration prior to any non-AMEA applicants.

The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go tohttp://www.uscis.gov/E-verify . E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon satisfactory completion of a national criminal background investigation (AS 12.62.160) and (AS 12.62.400). Accordingly, it will be necessary for the selected applicant to provide certain identification information and be fingerprinted. Fingerprint cards must be dated within 30 days from date requested. The processing fee of $47.00 plus the cost of being fingerprinted (variable) is the responsibility of the selected applicant and must be accomplished before beginning work.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska Driver's License, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to theMOA Driving Conviction Guidelines. (http://www.muni.org/Departments/employee\_relations/Documents/DrivingConvictionsGuidelines.pdf) (Download PDF reader)

All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.

Military Service Interview Preference

Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.

Application Process

Once an applicant selects on the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the www.GovernmentJobs.comwebsite to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account.

NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.

For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at 907-343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Alaska Standard Time.

The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.

For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at 907-343-4571.

The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:

Health / Medical Benefits:

+ Medical/Dental/Vision/Audio

+ Life Insurance

+ Dependent Life Insurance

+ Short Term Disability

+ Long Term Disability

+ Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care

+ Health Savings Accounts

Retirement:

+ State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program

+ 401(k) and 457 Savings Plans

Employer Paid Benefits:

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Paid Leave Plan

+ 13 Paid Holidays

For an overview of our medical benefit package go to http://www.muni.org/Departments/employee\_relations/Pages/BenefitsSummaries (http://www.muni.org/Departments/employee\_relations/Pages/BenefitsSummaries.aspx) .

01

In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the 'Work Experience' section of your application).

Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position.

If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration.

Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Are you legally authorized to work and can accept employment in the United States without the requirement of a sponsorship from an employer?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Are you a current Municipality of Anchorage employee affiliated with the Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA)?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Which of the following best describes your level of completed education as it relates to the position?

+ Less than High School

+ High School Diploma / GED / Equivalent

+ Associates Degree or higher in Sociology, Psychology, Nutrition, or a closely related discipline

05

How many years of experience do you have working in a health and/or social services environment?

+ None

+ Less than 2 years

+ 2 years or more

06

Describe the experience you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History support your response. Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration

07

Do you possess a valid State of Alaska driver's license or do you have the ability to obtain one by the time of hire?

+ Yes

+ No

08

Do you possess a certified State of Alaska WIC Competent Professional Authority (CPA) or have the ability to obtain one within three (3) months of hire?

+ Yes

+ No

09

Do you possess an American Red Cross CPR/First-aid or have the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire?

+ Yes

+ No

10

Do you have experience providing nutritional assessment, education and counseling to individuals, groups, or the public?

+ Yes

+ No

11

Describe the experience you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History support your response. Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration

12

Do you have experience with medical terminology?

+ Yes

+ No

13

Describe the experience you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History support your response. Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration

Required Question

Employer

Municipality of Anchorage

Address

632 W 6th Avenue, Suite 605 Anchorage, Alaska, 99501

Phone

(907) 343-4442

Website

http://www.muni.org/jol

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