Nutrition Services Spec U31

Nutrition Services Spec U31 (Full‑Time)

Louisville Metro Government

Summary Objective
The purpose of this position is to assess and counsel clients regarding nutrition needs. Prepare training materials and instruct clients in nutrition principles, diet, food selection, and economics. The role works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

• Prepare reports and correspondence, complete special projects, and maintain records and files.
• Participate in clinic operations by interviewing and assessing the nutritional status of clients and certifying clients for participation in nutrition programs.
• Record diets, histories, and related personal information of clients in medical records.
• Develop, obtain, and distribute nutrition and education materials.
• Advise clients on nutrition principles, diets, food selection, and economics for lifestyle adaptation.
• Prepare and conduct nutrition education lectures and classes for clients and other groups.
• Participate in training sessions and consultations with professional and support personnel concerning basic nutrition, therapeutic diets, and program services.
• Provide instruction to clerical personnel.
• Perform related work as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related discipline.

• Must be licensed as a Dietitian or certified as a Nutritionist by the Kentucky Board of Licensure and Certification for Dietitians and Nutritionists within one year of employment.
• Must provide one’s own source of transportation.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• Must wear personal protective equipment as mandated by OSHA.
• Must work a varied schedule.
• Must be vaccinated for hepatitis B, provide evidence of immunity, or have signed a declination form within ten days of initial assignment.

• Sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time, and exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular basis or sustained keyboard operations.

• None.

Louisville Metro Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency is required to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Term Life, Supplemental Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Sick Leave, Vacation, Holiday Pay, Bereavement Leave, Kentucky Public Pensions Authority, 457 Deferred Compensation, Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits, Tuition Assistance, Qualified Adult Benefits, Childcare Assistance, Free TARC Use, Paid Parental Leave.

• Full‑time (Regular): 40 hours per week.
• Part‑time 17.5 to 25 hours per week:
  Vac‑pro‑rata, Sick‑pro‑rata, Holiday‑pro‑rata.
• Part‑time < 17.5 hours per week:
  Ineligible for benefits.
• Temporary positions:
  Ineligible for benefits.
• Interns:
  Ineligible for benefits.