Salary: $30.00 Hourly
Location : Athens, GA
Job Type: Part Time Hourly
Remote Employment: Remote Only
Job Number: 2026-00830
Division/Section: District 10 County Position
Opening Date: 07/17/2026
Closing Date: 7/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Pay Grade:TPW
This is temporary or hourly paid work performing professional health care services. Positions in this job are established for less than 9 months or scheduled for less than 30 hours per week and are not eligible for benefits if the position status is temporary (i.e., SCOA 513). Positions in this job are established for greater than 9 months and scheduled for greater than 30 hours per week if the position status is permanent labor (i.e., SCOA 512). Normally permanent labor positions are eligible for Health Insurance benefits.
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Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.
What We Offer.As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.
- Make a Professional Impact - Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
- Enjoy Workplace Flexibility - Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
- Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team - Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
- Achieve Career Longevity - Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
- Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture - Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
- Feel Pride in Where you Work - Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.
The Northeast Health District WIC Program is seeking a Remote Nutritionist to provide clinic coverage for all twelve health departments throughout the district as needed. Under general supervision, this position plans and conducts nutrition services to promote family health and support healthy weight management. Responsibilities include providing nutrition education, nutritional assessments, breastfeeding education and counseling, and individualized nutrition services in accordance with United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program policies and procedures. This position also serves as a resource for referrals to family planning, immunization, and other Health Department and community programs and services.
Remote equipment will be provided. Candidates must have reliable high-speed internet service.
Hourly Rate: $30.00/hour
Work Schedule: This is a part-time, hourly position. Employees may work up to 29 hours per week.
Job Responsibilities
- Conduct nutrition assessments and determine participant eligibility in accordance with USDA WIC Program policies and procedures.
- Develop individualized nutrition care plans using participant-centered goals and monitor participant progress.
- Provide nutrition education and counseling to pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children.
- Provide breastfeeding education, support, and counseling to participants and caregivers.
- Provide medical nutrition therapy to participants as appropriate.
- Conduct individual and group nutrition education sessions.
- Identify high-risk participants and provide appropriate nutrition counseling and follow-up.
- Coordinate participant referrals to healthcare providers, family planning, immunization services, and other community resources.
- Maintain accurate electronic documentation and ensure compliance with USDA, Georgia WIC, and Northeast Health District policies and procedures.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, staff meetings, trainings, and quality improvement activities.
- Develop or utilize approved nutrition education materials.
- Provide virtual nutrition services to WIC participants using approved technology platforms while maintaining participant confidentiality and quality of care. Occasional travel to clinic locations may be required for meetings, training, or operational needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university AND Verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.
Copy of the Verification Statement and Transcripts must be submitted
with the application.
Applications submitted without a copy of the Verification Statement and official or unofficial college transcripts will not be considered.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
No phone calls or applications are accepted ONLINE ONLY through the link posted.
Additional Information
The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
Relocation assistance is not provided.
In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
ADA Statement
DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
BENEFITS
Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.
Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees
Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.
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The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?
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What is the highest level of education you have completed in one of the following fields: Dietetics, Human Nutrition, Foods and Nutrition, Nutrition Education, Food Systems Management, or a closely related field?
- None
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate
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Do you have a verification statement of completion of a didactic program by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics? If yes, please attach. If No, please attach college transcripts.
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Have you completed a didactic program accredited by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and can you provide a Verification Statement?
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This position requires reliable high-speed internet service and a private workspace suitable for conducting confidential virtual appointments. Do you meet these requirements?
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How many years of experience do you have in conducting nutrition and health assessments?
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1 - 3 years
- 3 - 5 years
- More than 5 years
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How many years of clinical experience do you have working with women, infants and children with special healthcare/nutritional needs?
- Less than 1 year
- 1-3 years
- More than 3 years
- None
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How many years of WIC experience do you have:
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1-2 years
- 2-3 years
- More than 3 years
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How many years of experience do you have as a nutritionist providing education to groups and individuals?
- 0<1 Years
- 1-2 Years
- 3-5 Years
- 6-9 Years
- More than 10 Years
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