Nutritionist 2323

Job Description:

Nutritionist 2323

Description

DUTIES

ANNUAL SALARY

$74,729 to $109, 223

NOTE :

Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.

A Nutritionist performs studies and research of dietary patterns, food needs and other elements of nutrition; and provides technical, educational and counseling services to management, City employees and specific community groups on nutrition matters.

REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)

All applicants must have a ServSafe Certificate at the time of filing; and A valid registered Dietician by the American Dietetic Association’s Commission on Dietetic Registration; or A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in nutrition, dietetics, food, or food management and two years of full-time paid professional experience assisting in the planning, development, and implementation of a program of technical, educational and consultative services in the field of nutrition for a specific community or designated group; or A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and four years of full-time paid professional experience assisting in the planning, development, and implementation of a program of technical, educational and consultative services in the field of nutrition for a specific community or designated group.

A master’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, food or food management may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience for Requirements #3 or #4.

PROCESS NOTES
Applicants must attach a copy of their ServSafe Certificate at the time of filing. This document must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If this document is attached AFTER the application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants will NOT be credited with having submitted it. Applicants who fail to submit the document at the time of filing by not attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered further in this examination. Applicants filing under Requirement #2, must attach a copy of their certification as a Registered Dietician by the American Dietetic Association’s Commission on Dietetic Registration at the time of filing. This document must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If this document is attached AFTER the application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants will NOT be credited with having submitted it. Applicants who fail to submit the document at the time of filing by not attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered further in this examination. Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at https://personnel.lacity.gov/Accredited%20Institutions%2008-21-08.pdf .Candidates completing the examination process may be contacted by the Personnel Department to provide required proof of qualifying degree. Applicants who wish to expedite this process may attach a copy of their qualifying degree(s) to their on-line application at the time of filing in the Attachments section. For qualifying work experience gained outside of the City of Los Angeles, the term “professional experience” applies to positions that require possession of a degree from an accredited four-year college or university in order to obtain that position. Therefore, to be considered “professional,” non-City qualifying experience must be gained in positions after obtaining a four-year degree.A valid Class C driver’s license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is required at the time of appointment. Candidates will be disqualified and not eligible for hire if their DMV record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation such as DUI.

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION

In accordance with Charter Section 1010 (b) and Civil Service Rule 5.31, selective certification will be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training. Only applicants possessing the following at the time of filing may be considered for appointment to fill such positions:

A valid certification as a Registered Dietician (RD)/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Commission on Dietetic Registration.

NOTE :

Applicants must attach a copy of the certificate to their on-line application at the time of filing. The certificate must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the certificate is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants will NOT be credited with having submitted it. Applicants who fail to submit the certificate at the time of filing by not attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered further for selective certification.

WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE

Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the “Apply” icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity .

NOTE :

Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Applications must be received by THURSDAY, JANUARY 30, 2025 .

In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, only a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process in the following order: 1) Applicants currently employed by the City of Los Angeles who meet the minimum requirements, or are on a reserve list; 2) Remaining applicants who meet the minimum requirements in sufficient numbers to meet hiring needs based on a random sampling of those qualified candidates. Applications submitted during the filing period may be kept on file in the event that additional applicants need to be tested to meet hiring needs.

SELECTION PROCESS

Examination Weights:

Essay: Advisory

Interview: 100%

The examination will consist entirely of an evaluation of professional and personal qualifications by interview. In the interview, the following competencies may be evaluated: Judgment and Decision Making; Analytical Ability; Self-Management; Interpersonal Skills; Teamwork; Oral Communication; Written Communication; Job Knowledge, including knowledge of: principles and practices of nutrition; applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations related to nutritional programs; Dietary Guidelines for Americans including those related to key nutrients and dietary recommendations; acceptable food substitutions to promote healthy eating; proper safety methods and procedures for handling, storing, receiving, transporting, and distributing food, including emergency procedures for responding to food-related issues; nutrition recordkeeping practices and requirements; and other necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Additional job analysis information can be obtained by going to https://per.lacity.org/jobs/job-analyses.cfm and clicking on Competencies under Nutritionist.

Prior to the interview, candidates will be required to prepare some written material related to the duties and responsibilities of a Nutritionist. This essay material will not be separately scored, but will be presented to the interview board for review and consideration, which may include discussion, in the overall evaluation of the candidate. Those who do not complete the advisory essay will not be invited to the interview and will be considered to have failed the entire examination. To be considered complete, the advisory essay must include a substantive response for each question or problem included in the advisory essay for which a candidate is required to provide an answer. Please note that candidates must complete the advisory essay and meet the minimum qualifications as stated on this bulletin in order to be considered further in the examination process.

The advisory essay will be administered on-line . Candidates invited to participate in the examination will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the specific steps needed to complete the on-line advisory essay. Candidates will be required to complete the on-line advisory essay between MONDAY, MARCH 10, 2025 and MONDAY, MARCH 17, 2025. Candidates who fail to complete the advisory essay as instructed may be disqualified.

Candidates will be notified later by e-mail of the date, time, and location of the interview, which may be held in Los Angeles or on-line. It is anticipated that interviews will begin during the period of APRIL 7, 2025 to APRIL 18, 2025.

NOTES :
This examination is based on a validation study.As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf .Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.A final average score of 70% or higher is required to be placed on the eligible list.If in accordance with the Rule of Three Whole Scores all candidates are eligible for appointment consideration, the examination will consist entirely of an evaluation of the candidate’s City employment application by Personnel Department staff to ensure that the minimum qualifications have been met.In accordance with Civil Service Rule, Sec. 4.24, review periods may be combined. Candidates in the examination process may file protests as provided in Sec. 4.20, 4.22, and 4.23 as applicable and within the required time frame; however, the Personnel Department may respond to and resolve protests prior to the establishment of the eligible list.

Notice :

If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers.

THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN ONLY ON AN

OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS

The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Closing Date/Time: 1/30/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$74,729.00 - $109,223.00 Annually