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Dietary Consultant
Description of Duties
This is a professional nutrition team position responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of a nutrition education and food service program for a department or agency. The employee acts as liaison between site personnel and the program administrator, and advises and recommends on such food service related areas as: cost control, menu development, production techniques and purchasing. The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of the Office for the Aging Program Administrator or other higher level staff member with leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment and decision making. Supervision is not a responsibility of this class.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements on or before the date of the written exam:
Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Dietetics or Nutrition or a closely related field.
Anticipated Eligibility – Age and Educational Requirements:
According to Civil Service Law, section 54 which became effective September 4, 2024, applicants who are within 12 months of meeting the minimum age or attaining the minimum educational requirements following the date of examination, may take the civil service exam, but will be restricted from certification until such a time that the minimum age or educational requirements are met. Candidates will be required to provide proof of qualifying education and/or age within 12 months of exam date in order to be eligible for appointment from a certified list.
Special Requirements:
Registration by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as a Registered Dietitian.
Possession of a valid certificate from the New York State Department of Education as a Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist (CDN).
If you are appointed, you will be required to have a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate your capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job.
Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test for employment with Monroe County Government.
