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ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking a Nutrition and Dietary Consultant located at Rock Island Arsenal in Illinois to support the First Army Mobilization Assistance Team Holistic Soldier Readiness ...

As a Nutrition Care Specialist, you'll provide healthy and nutritious diets for patients and ... Requires enlistment into the United States Army. Basic Eligibility Requirements: * Age: Between 17 ...

Description SAIC is seeking a Nutrition and Dietary Consultant located at Rock Island Arsenal in Illinois to support the First Army Mobilization Assistance Team Holistic Soldier Readiness (HSR ...

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Dog Handler (U.S. Army)

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

$11.50 - $15/hr

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As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for army nutrition in the United States is $18.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
Infographic showing various Army Nutrition job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 53% Full Time, 41% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,823 per year, or $18.2 per hour.
Nutrition Care Specialist (68M)

Nutrition Care Specialist (68M)

U.S. Army

Allentown, PA

$23K - $97K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago


United States Army rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

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42nd of 46 rated military and defense


Job description

As a Nutrition Care Specialist, you'll provide healthy and nutritious diets for patients and medical nutrition therapy for military service members, their Families, retirees, and veterans. You’ll prepare and serve food that meets each patient’s individual medical condition for rapid recovery, disease management, and the promotion of health and wellness. You’ll work with a Registered Dietitian to create customized diets and specially balanced menus for patients, and you’ll teach wellness, nutrition, health, and good food choices.
Testing & Certifications
  • 12 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available
  • 10 weeks of Basic Training (Paid)
  • 7 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (Paid)
    • Requires enlistment into the United States Army.

Basic Eligibility Requirements:
  • Age: Between 17-35 years old.
  • Medical, Moral, Physical: Medically and physically capable, and in good moral standing.
  • Citizenship: A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card. (I-551)
  • Education: A high school diploma or equivalent.

About U.S. Army:

The Army, as one of the three military departments (Army, Navy and Air Force) reporting to the Department of Defense, is composed of two distinct and equally important components: the ACTIVE component and the RESERVE components.The Army Reserve Component:Develop skills, become a leader, and build a network in your field. Choose a path related to your civilian career field or take a different one to learn something new.Stay close to family. The Army Reserve lets you serve close to home and continue pursuing your goals, whether that’s in education, a civilian career, or both.Keep your civilian job. Advance in your full-time civilian job and keep pursuing your career goals, as Army Reserve Soldiers can follow passions while serving the country part time.The Army Reserve offers you the flexibility to pursue your individual goals and your passion to serve your country. You'll get paid to train part time, receive great benefits, and gain experiences you won't find anywhere else.The Army Active Component:Active duty is the largest component within the Army. You’ll help perform day-to-day military operations with a specialized skillset in a specific field.You’ll develop skills for your Army job, or Military Occupation Specialty (MOS), while also spending time with loved ones or pursuing other personal activities.Daily life is a balance between commitment and personal goals, where you’ll pursue your dreams while making a difference for the United States along the way.As an active-duty Soldier, you can receive a number of great benefits, including a competitive salary, bonuses, and incentives, as well as excellent healthcare, retirement, and education benefits. Soldiers qualify for a variety of opportunities, like the GI Bill, to get help paying for their education, specialized training, and other certifications.


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