Nutrition Training Specialist

  • State of Missouri
  • Jefferson City, Missouri
  • Jul 12, 2024
Full Time Education and Training Nutrition and Food Services
  • Salary: $55,728.00-$57,060.00 per Year USD
  • Salary Top: 57060 USD

Job Description

Job Location: This position will be located at 930 Wildwood Drive, Jefferson City.

Why you’ll love this position:

Looking to be a part of the Missouri WIC team? Our team supports 115 local agency WIC clinics across the state. If you are passionate about teaching and aiding others in finding success in their roles, this could be the perfect career opportunity for you. We are in search of a self-motivated individual who will take pleasure in training WIC local agency staff on crucial job functions and responsibilities. As part of this role, you will be responsible for training new WIC employees on federal and state policies, as well as providing local agency staff with access to training resources. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills. One of the most rewarding aspects of this job is the opportunity to engage with individuals from various parts of the state, assisting them in delivering quality WIC services to over 90,000 participants. This position offers the flexibility to work remotely. If you have prior experience in training or working at a WIC local agency and are eager to make a positive impact on the lives of Missourians, we encourage you to apply today!

What you’ll do:

  • Develop and present a variety of WIC trainings to local agency staff in both in-person and virtual settings.
  • Coordinate teams of state and local agency staff and other stakeholders, as needed, for the development or revision of training presentations and materials.
  • Identify and promote external trainings to improve local agency staff skills and knowledge.
  • Collaborate with external stakeholders to promote the WIC program and benefit WIC participants.
  • Develop and maintain training references and forms.


Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of relevant experience.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
  • A valid drivers license.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Registered Dietitian, Licensed in Missouri.


Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

Base Pay

55,728

Job Address

Jefferson City, Missouri United States View Map