Job Posting Title

Community Nutrition & Lactation Coordinator

Agency

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Supervisory Organization

340 WIC Service

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

The annual salary for this position is up to $77,550.00, based on education and experience.

Why you’ll love it here!

RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

Oh yeah, did we mention perks? We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

Job Description

Location: Central Office – 123 Robert S. Kerr

Salary: up to $77,550.00, based on education and experience

Full Time /Part Time: Full Time

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday

Primary Hours: 8am to 5pm

 

Position Description: The Community Nutrition & Lactation Coordinator is responsible for providing technical assistance and promoting best practices on lactation and nutrition, with a primary focus on community and rural health, for internal and external partners statewide. This position functions under the direct supervision of the Nutrition Services Manager for WIC and Community Nutrition Services.

 

Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Provide supervision, training, and contract monitoring for a team of registered dietitian nutritionist and lactation specialist contract positions.

• Develop and implement project plans aligned with Federal Block grant goals and ensure compliance with all applicable federal regulations and reporting requirements.

• Provide consultation and technical assistance to internal and external partners on nutrition- and lactation-related policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Lead the Breastfeeding Workgroup of the Preparing for a Lifetime initiative to reduce infant mortality.

• Support county health departments through leadership and guidance on nutrition and lactation programs and services.

• Identify and pursue external funding opportunities that support organizational and program goals.

• Develop and coordinate staff development, training, and health education presentations.

• Serves as nutrition and lactation subject matter expert, interpreting complex regulations and providing guidance to staff, leadership, and partners, including at state and national meetings.

• Knowledge of policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal laws as they pertain to nutrition and lactation.