Central Region Dietitian __Wake

This is a REPOST of position 60064553.  Previous applicants MUST REAPPLY to be considered.
 

• This position will provide food management and nutrition related consultation to Food Service, Medical and other professionals in Central Region Prison facilities.  
• This position ensures that offenders in the region are provided nutritionally adequate and appropriate diets and ensure that foods are prepared and served under sanitary conditions in accordance with local, state and federal regulations and standards.  
• The Central Region Dietitian will be responsible for auditing and inspection of the food service departments in the region and assist with corrective action that may be needed. 
• The position will assist with regular menu development and menus for offenders with chronic diseases requiring medical nutrition therapy.   
• The Central Region Dietitian will assist with assessing food service equipment needs in the region.  
• This position also provides nutrition related information in the way of related trainings or meetings for food management, administration and medical staff.  
• The Central Region Dietitian will assist with policy reviews and development for the Food and Nutrition Management section.  
• The Central Region Dietitian supervises a Medical Dietitian for the region.  

This position will be located in Raleigh, NC.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.
 
Note to Current State Employees:
The salary grade for this position is NC18.  State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position.  If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity.  Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.


The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position.  We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application.  

To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:

• Working knowledge of large-scale institutional food service operations and food management systems  
• Thorough knowledge of medical nutrition therapy and dietetic principles including writing and analyzing therapeutic for variety of chronic diseases 
• Technical experience with electronic medical records and food service software systems 
• Skill and experience to delegate and supervise employees

Bachelor's degree in dietetics, home economics or related degree from an appropriately accredited institution and completion of an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics approved undergraduate program or dietetic internship with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Commission on Dietetic Registration eligibility and two (2) years of food service management experience;  or an equivalent combination education and experience.The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders.  We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.
 
DAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.  Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
 
It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information.  Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.  Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit.  Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
 

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.  If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
• If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
• If applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division, click this link for specific certification requirements:  Correctional & Probation/Parole Officer Certification.
• The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape."  Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Public Safety: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status."  If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management.  If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.
 
For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627.  If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact D. Chancellor at 919-733-2126.