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Medifast, Inc.

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Offer comprehensive program and product support through one-on-one consultations via phone, SMS ... Provide in-depth nutritional, behavioral, exercise, program, and product support to Coaches and ...

Illinois State Board of Education

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Serves as primary contact for school districts and program administrators on fiscal, nutrition, and programmatic issues related to state and federal child nutrition programs. * Assists in the ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for nutrition program consultant in the United States is $68,906.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,000.00 and $83,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a nutrition program consultant do?

A Nutrition Program Consultant is a professional who designs, implements, and evaluates nutrition programs for organizations such as schools, healthcare facilities, or community agencies. They provide expertise on nutrition policies, develop educational materials, and ensure programs meet current health and nutrition standards. Their goal is to promote healthy eating habits and improve the overall nutritional status of the populations they serve.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a nutrition program consultant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Nutrition Program Consultant, you need a solid background in nutrition science, program development, and public health, often supported by a degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field. Familiarity with nutrition analysis software, data collection tools, and sometimes certifications like Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) are typically required. Strong communication, project management, and analytical thinking skills help you effectively collaborate with stakeholders and tailor programs to community needs. These competencies are vital for creating effective, evidence-based nutrition programs that improve population health outcomes.

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Nutrition Program Consultants frequently work alongside dietitians, food service managers, healthcare providers, and educational staff to design and execute nutrition initiatives. Collaboration often involves coordinating meetings, sharing best practices, and providing training or technical assistance to ensure program goals are met. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as consultants must tailor programs to meet diverse community or organizational needs and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.

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School Nutrition Program Administrator (Principal Consultant #724)

Springfield, IL • On-site

Illinois State Board of Education
Education Programs Administration • 1 - 5K employees
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$64K - $109K/yr

Other

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Inventory #

724

Location

Springfield

Union

IFSOE

Department

Anticipated Starting Salary Range

$64,322 - $81,284

Full Salary Range

$64,322 - $109,467

Office Hours

Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Posted Date

July 28, 2026

Closing Date

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of Nutrition, this position performs work ranging from moderate to considerable complexity, applying practices and technical expertise in areas of program management of the child nutrition programs, primarily for the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.

Required Qualifications

  • Coordinates multiple projects/program assignments which assist in the administration of various school-based nutrition programs, including on-site visitations to monitor project implementation and/or compliance with program rules and regulations for the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.
  • Serves as a primary contact for school-based nutrition program administrators.
  • Coordinates fiscal, staffing and material resources to produce products defined.
  • Coordinates and monitors schedules and timelines related to the approval of program applications.
  • Assists in facilitating the interdisciplinary team process by reviewing the content and quality programmatic materials and project assignments produced.
  • Provides technical assistance to Agency staff, local educational agencies and program administrators.
  • Serves as a contact for school districts and program administrators on fiscal, nutrition and programmatic issues related to the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.
  • Assists in the development, implementation and administration of programmatic and technical assistance procedures pertaining to state and federal child nutrition programs.
  • Implements program administration, nutrition and fiscal management plans, practices and procedures and recommends the development of broad statewide nutrition program policies and procedures.
  • Makes recommendations for department functional systems and activities.
  • Functions as a team member and/or team leader for diverse Agency, center and department project teams.
  • Coordinates fiscal, staffing and material resources to complete assigned projects.
  • Coordinates efforts with interdisciplinary team member for the completion of assigned projects for divisional activities.
  • Monitors projects and activities of team members.
  • Assists so that projects are on schedule and completed with assigned timelines.
  • Collects and analyzes data and compiles reports for review, executive approval and implementation.
  • Applies technical expertise in areas of program administration, nutrition and fiscal management of child nutrition programs to research, develop and implement project assignments.
  • Assists in the development of departmental information systems and the gathering of department planning data.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Masters degree in Nutrition, Family & Consumer Sciences, Home Economics, Food Service Management or related field, or, a Bachelors degree plus two years of relevant professional experience in one of the above fields. (COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION)
  • Professional experience in nutrition or experience through an internship in a nutrition environment.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of nutrition and food service management.
  • Knowledge of resources allocation and project coordination involving interdisciplinary teams.
  • Considerable knowledge of information systems.
  • Knowledge of computers, database and spreadsheet applications.
  • Demonstrated ability to work on multiple priorities and work independently or with teams.
  • Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to define problems and apply problem solving techniques to complex issues.
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