EXAM NUMBER:
PH4803D
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive Job Opportunity
FIRST DAY OF FILING:
Monday, June 12, 2023 at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT)
This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
DEFINITION:
Identifies needs and plans, develops and implements a program of technical, educational, and consultative services in the field of nutrition for a target population defined either by geographical area or by the goals of a specialized health care project or program.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
Positions allocable to this class work under the general administrative direction of a physician or a member of departmental management such as an assistant program deputy or an occupational health education coordinator. Positions in Health Services also receive technical direction from the Nutrition Program Assistant Coordinator, Community Health. Nutritionists II initiate and conduct studies and surveys and analyze data on the diet patterns and the incidence and severity of medical problems identified with inadequate nutrition of a specific population group. Incumbents serve at the journey level and independently plan, develop, and implement specific programs to meet nutritional needs in order to reduce the incidence and severity of medical problems such as hypertension, heart disease, obesity, high-risk pregnancy and anemia. Incumbents are distinguished from Nutritionists I by their responsibility for consulting with physicians, nurses, and other health team members on matters of nutrition to enable them to assess nutritional status and provide the individual or group counsel necessary for the successful implementation of nutrition program. Incumbents may serve in a lead capacity over Nutritionists I, Home Economists, and community workers in the performance of tasks necessary to nutrition program implementation, and recruit or train volunteers and other community organization members to provide preventive nutrition counseling to individuals or groups. Nutritionists II may plan fieldwork experiences for graduate students in nutrition.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Registration or eligibility for registration as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
-AND-
A Master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in Public Health Nutrition or a closely-related field.
OR
Two (2) years' full-time 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 and the completion of courses in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Advanced Chemistry.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class II – Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
You must POSSESS and CLEARLY EXPRESS detailed years of experience performing relevant duties, related to the requirements within your online job application under the "Experience" area.
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of a structured interview, weighted 100% assessing:
- Experience
- Interpersonal/Customer Service Skills
- Analytical & Decision-Making Skills
- Adaptability & Dependability
- Communication
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added onto the register of eligible candidates.
Passing this examination and being added on the Eligible Register (hiring list) does not guarantee an offer of employment.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility.
NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS.
VACANCY INFORMATION:
The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur.
AVAILABLE SHIFT:
Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be submitted ONLINE ONLY. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing as you may be required to verify your email address.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made.
- Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process.
- FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT.
- Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements.
- Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered a valid response.
FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment.
ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst
Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546
Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov
