COMMUNITY HEALTH NUTRITIONIST 1

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a workforce that is committed to providing exemplary service to the City’s residents. If you have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.

WIC CERTIFICATION AND CLIENT SERVICES

• Complete the WIC certification process, including performing nutritional and breastfeeding assessment using motivational interviewing and person-centered counseling; anthropometric measurement, hemoglobin and lead testing; immunization assessment; and referral to health care providers and community agencies.
• Monitor participant follow-up and modify plan of care.
• Determine WIC eligibility by identifying risk factors; issue WIC benefits.
• Complete required documentation in the WIC Medical Information System (ROSIE), as outlined in the Wisconsin WIC Operations Manual.

NUTRITION EDUCATION AND REFERRALS

• In conjunction with the Health Project Supervisor, assist in nutrition and breastfeeding work plans and other grant-related initiatives.
• Serve as the nutrition resource for WIC staff, public health staff, dietetic students and the community.
• Follow the guidelines according to the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) and similar standards set forth by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

ADMINISTRATIVE

• Implement and comply with WIC federal, state and project regulations and policies in operations and systems manuals. 
• Assist the Health Project Supervisor with WIC nutrition staff team meetings to ensure continuous quality improvement and excellent customer service.
• Complete all agency and State-required training.
• Assure outreach to underserved segments of the community.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

• Employees assigned to the WIC Program will report to any of the City of Milwaukee WIC clinic locations. Assignment may be made on short notice to provide staff coverage during unexpected absences or emergencies.
• All WIC staff members participate in a work schedule that includes early evening hours on assigned days. The current hours of work for this position are as follows: M, TU, W, and F, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; TH, 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

The Community Health Nutritionist 1 must be willing and able to do the following:

• Lift and move 25 pounds, including infants and small children, onto measuring apparatus such as scales.
• Carry a mobile device during business hours.
• Wear industry-related Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves, facemask, or face shield to reduce exposure to infectious agents or toxins while performing the duties of this job.
• Respond to an emergency or broad impact event.

The required pre-employment tests include:

• Physical exam w/ Lift test
• Drug Screen - Non DOT

Pre-Employment Vaccination and Screening Requirements:

• Annual TB Test
• Annual Covid-19 and Influenza vaccinations
• Pre-employment immunity verification required for MMR, Varicella, and Hepatitis B
  • If not immune, vaccination or an approved exemption is required.
  • Vaccination series only needs to be done once.

1. Associate degree from an Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)-approved dietetic technician program OR a bachelor’s degree in nutritional sciences, dietetics, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
2. Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics registration as a Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) at the time of appointment and throughout employment. NOTE: Candidates who possess a related bachelor’s degree as described in #1 above are not required to be DTR certified.
3. Must meet State of Wisconsin WIC mandates regarding lactation management and care, per Wisconsin WIC Operations Manual, within one year of appointment.
4. Ability to travel independently throughout Milwaukee, either by transit, bicycle, or automobile. Private Auto Allowance May Be Paid Pursuant to Section 350-183 of The Milwaukee Code.

NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’ education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offers.

• Ability to provide interpretation in Spanish, Hmong, or another language.

TECHNICAL

• Knowledge of evidence-based practices in the field of nutrition.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice in the field of breastfeeding.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice in the field of public health. 
• Ability to read and interpret work-related documents.
• Ability to work with infants and small children.
• Ability to take measurements such as height and weight accurately.
• Ability to perform iron and lead testing.
• Ability to learn and use the ROSIE web-based software system and standard computer software applications.
• Ability to develop and conduct presentations and educational classes.

COMMUNICATION, INTERPERSONAL, AND CUSTOMER FOCUS

• Skill in verbal communication to effectively present information and respond to questions from individuals or groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Skill in written communication, including the ability to compose relevant, legible counseling notes.
• Ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with multidisciplinary and multicultural staff members, clients, city officials, and community groups.
• Ability to work well in a participative, team environment.
• Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with people whose backgrounds may differ from one's own.
• Customer service skills and tact, diplomacy, and cultural sensitivity.

JUDGMENT AND PROFESSIONALISM

• Ability to maintain composure in a noisy, fast-paced setting.
• Time management skills, organizational skills, and the ability to be flexible within a changeable work schedule and environment.
• Good judgment, trustworthiness, dependability, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

The current salary range (Pay Range 3PN) is $59,952-$79,542 annually, and the current incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $62,350-$82,723 annually. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.

BENEFITS

The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program which includes:

• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Clinic Services
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Commuter Value Pass

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit https://city.milwaukee.gov/der/benefits.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job-related and will consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience, and/or responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance test, a structured interview, or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.

THIS IS A CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT. Applications will be accepted and interviews held in 2026 as often as necessary to meet the City's needs. Qualified applicants will be notified by email of the date, time, and place of the examination. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative test administration. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee. Employment may be possible immediately following the examination, provided positions are available. The names of successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list in a rank determined by the final grade without reference to the date of the examination. The names of candidates who pass all phases of the selection process may remain on an eligible list resulting from a continuous examination for up to six months.

• APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is located in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.