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WIC OUTREACH NUTRITION EDUCATOR (Family Service Specialist) - Range 12 / AMEA

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WIC OUTREACH NUTRITION EDUCATOR (Family Service Specialist) - Range 12 / AMEA

Salary

$25.12 - $32.05 Hourly

Location

Anchorage, AK

Job Type

Regular / Full Time

Job Number

2025-00734

Department

Anchorage Health Department

Division

WIC Program

Opening Date

07/28/2025

Closing Date

8/18/2025 11:59 PM Alaska

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Job Information

Open to the general public and 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.

LOCATION OF WORK: 825 L Street Anchorage, AK 99501

Remote work schedule opportunities (telecommuting) may be considered after successful completion of probation, at the discretion of management and 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

Under the supervision of a registered dietitian, this position will develop and implement nutrition education and program outreach for the WIC Clinic including but not limited to group classes, playgroups, physical fitness opportunities, grocery store tours, cooking classes, education materials, bulletin boards, videos, social media campaigns and program evaluation. Assist Competent Professional Authority (CPA) staff with appointments by screening income, completing Anthropometric data, nutritional assessments, risk codes, and formulating food packages. Perform other related duties as assigned.

The Anchorage Health Department (AHD) engages in the State of Alaska Department of Health (DOH) emergency responses and the federal Incident Command System (ICS). This includes training exercises as part of the AHD's Crisis Health Action Team (CHAT) and municipal Emergency Operations Center (EOC). In the case of a natural or manmade disaster AHD's employees may be called to engage in emergency operations responses and recovery.

Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and four (4) years of experience in a health and/or social services work environment.

OR

Associate’s degree in Health, Social Services, or a related discipline and two (2) years of experience in a health and/or social services work environment.

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Health, Social Services, or a related discipline and experience in health and/or social services work environment.

All applicants must possess or obtain:

Valid State of Alaska Driver’s License at time of hire.

For WIC Program positions, certification as a Competent Professional Authority (CPA) by the WIC Program within three (3) months of hire,

with the exception of those applicants who possess a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition.

Preferences:

Nutrition: Professional Nutrition Educator, Bachelors in Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, Public Health, or Home Economics

with emphasis in Nutrition or 4 years of Health/Nutrition experience.

Competent Professional Authority Certificate.

American Red Cross First Aide & CPR Certification within 90 days of hire

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 to http://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 the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines. (http://www.muni.org/Departments/employee\_relations/Documents/DrivingConvictionsGuidelines.pdf)

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 thewww.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) .

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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

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Are you legally authorized to work and 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 and member of the Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA)?

+ Yes

+ No

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Which of the following best describes your completed level of education?

+ High School Diploma / GED / Equivalent

+ Associate's Degree in Health, Social Services, or a related discipline

+ Bachelor's Degree or higher in Health, Social Services, or a related discipline

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

+ Less than 2 years

+ 2 years but less than 4 years

+ 4 years or more

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Do you currently 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

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Do you possess a Certification as a Competent Professional Authority (CPA), or do you have the ability to obtain one within three (3) months of hire?

+ Yes

+ No

08

Do you possess an American Red Cross First Aide & CPR Certificate, or have the ability to obtain one within three (3) months of hire?

+ Yes

+ No

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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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