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State of North Carolina

Nutrition Program Consultant

Salary$58k – $87k
LocationState of NC
Work moderemote · United States
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
DepartmentChild and Family Well Being
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 2, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live1d ago
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Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of normal and therapeutic nutrition and its relationship to growth, chronic disease, principles and practices of behavior change, nutrition needs across the lifespan with a special focus on woman and children, program planning, implementation and evaluation, and public health service delivery.
Considerable knowledge of education techniques and the use of media in the delivery of education.
Experience with interpreting, understanding and translating research findings into education information, communicating clearly and effectively orally and in writing, and to prepare and present educational and training materials to professional and lay groups.
Skills in planning, designing and developing educational programs, planning programs and intervention strategies, public speaking, organizing work, working with individuals and on a team.
Skilled in problem solving techniques. Must analyze, interpret, recommend and implement policy and procedure guidelines. Mastery of the process and practice of consultation. Well-developed skills in education/training techniques as applied to adult education and various group process techniques.
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement plan
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Parental leave
Agency
Dept of Health and Human Services
Division
Child and Family Well Being
Job Classification Title
About the role
Nutrition Program Consultant (NS)
Position Number
60040830
Grade
MH14
About Us
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
Description of Work
This position is for a Regional Nutrition Consultant, home-based in a county served by the position including Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Caldwell, Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson, Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk, Rutherford, Swain, Transylvania, and Yancey. This position provides consultation and technical assistance to local health agencies on program policy for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) and supports quality assurance of nutrition programs through program monitoring and evaluation. Statewide travel and occasional overnight travel are required. This position reports to the Lead Regional Nutrition Consultant.
This position is part of the Division of Child and Family Well-Being (DCFW). DCFW focuses on supporting whole child and family health and well-being for North Carolinians with several sections including nutrition programs (WIC, SNAP and Child and Adult Care Food Program), health & prevention services for children and youth, children’s behavioral health programs, and early intervention programs.
The WIC Nutrition Services Unit is a part of the Community Nutrition Services Section (CNSS) of DCFW in the Department of Health and Human Services. CNSS works to reduce food insecurity for North Carolina’s families and children. The Section includes the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), the WIC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP), and the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
The WIC Program provides targeted nutrition intervention to supplement diets, nutrition education (including breastfeeding promotion and support), and referrals to health and other social services. WIC is funded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). County health departments, community and rural health centers, and community action agencies provide WIC Program services to North Carolina women, infants and children in all 100 counties across the state.
The WIC Nutrition Services Unit oversees and administers the WIC Program by:
•developing program policy, procedures, and implementation guidance related to participant and clinical services
•developing program efforts to promote, protect and support breastfeeding
•supporting quality assurance of nutrition programs through policy, monitoring, evaluation, and data analysis
•coordinating programmatic and nutrition training for local health agency staff and staff of public and private entities
•developing nutrition education and outreach resources that promote breastfeeding, healthful eating and physical activity in women, children, youth, and families
•providing consultation, education, and technical assistance to local health agencies and other public and private community agencies
•managing the NC Nutrition and Epidemiology Surveillance Systems (NC-NESS) and other surveillance and evaluation efforts
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Salary Range: $58,265 -$87,396
Recruitment Range: $58,264 - $77,856
Requirements
Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.
The following Management Preferences are not required, but applicants that possess these skills are preferred:
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Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of normal and therapeutic nutrition and its relationship to growth, chronic disease, principles and practices of behavior change, nutrition needs across the lifespan with a special focus on woman and children, program planning, implementation and evaluation, and public health service delivery.
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Considerable knowledge of education techniques and the use of media in the delivery of education.
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Experience with interpreting, understanding and translating research findings into education information, communicating clearly and effectively orally and in writing, and to prepare and present educational and training materials to professional and lay groups.
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Skills in planning, designing and developing educational programs, planning programs and intervention strategies, public speaking, organizing work, working with individuals and on a team.
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Skilled in problem solving techniques. Must analyze, interpret, recommend and implement policy and procedure guidelines. Mastery of the process and practice of consultation. Well-developed skills in education/training techniques as applied to adult education and various group process techniques.
Position is funded through federal funds.
Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.
About The Division of Child and Family Well-Being:
The Division of Child and Family Well-Being works to promote healthy and thriving children in safe, stable and nurturing families, schools and communities. The division includes complementary programs that primarily serve children and youth to improve their health and well-being.
Compensation and Benefits:
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for State Benefits.
Supplemental Contact Information:
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that 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. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/.
DHHS 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.
In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.
Application Process:
Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.
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Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
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Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the “Work Experience” section of the application to support your answers.
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Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered “Positions of Trust” will be subject to a criminal background check.
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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. Upon the closing date, applications are “Under Review” and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
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Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.
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For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members.
Degree/College Credit Verification
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations, and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.
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