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Job Description
Job Location: This position will be located 930 Wildwood Drive, Jefferson City, MO. However, an alternate remote/hybrid work location in Missouri may be considered for this position, as mutually agreed upon by the candidate and the Bureau of WIC and Nutrition Services.
Why you’ll love this position:
Join our dynamic Missouri WIC team and become a vital part of our mission to support 115 local agency WIC clinics throughout the state. If you have a passion for teaching and guiding others on the journey to better understanding diet and nutrition, then this career opportunity is designed for you. We are searching for a self-starter who will take pleasure in training WIC local agency staff on a wide range of nutrition-related topics, including fundamental nutrition for women, infants and children, as well as formula. In addition, this role involves the creation and provision of nutrition education resources to support over 90,000 participants. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must. The rewarding aspect of this role is the chance to apply your nutrition degree to empower and support other educators. If you possess prior training or local agency WIC experience and desire to have a positive impact on the lives of Missourians, we encourage you to apply today! After successful onboarding, this position may qualify for part-time remote work.- Develop and present nutrition 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.
- Ensure a variety of nutrition education materials are available in hard copy and digital form for all WIC participant categories.
- Promote and manage online nutrition education platforms (e.g., wichealth).
- Develop and maintain training references and forms.
Minimum Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of relevant experience.
- Self-motivated with 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.
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 . -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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