Nutrition Specialist (GRANT FUNDED)

Nutrition Specialist (GRANT FUNDED)

Salary

$31,512.00 - $45,650.00 Annually

Location

119 W. Central Ave Coolidge AZ 85128, AZ

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202600352

Department

Public Health

Opening Date

07/10/2026

Closing Date

7/23/2026 11:59 PM Arizona

• Description
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Description

What are you seeking in a new position? If you're like many others, doing something meaningful is important to you. How about work/life balance? Affordable healthcare? Comprehensive well-being programs? An excellent retirement plan with significant employer contributions?

If you answered "yes" to these questions, keep reading. You can find it all right here in Pinal County. It might be time for a change of scenery, where you can make a difference and benefit from an employer who cares for and values its people.

Pinal County proudly invests in the future of our 2000 employees every day, and we have the best team! We offer a wide range of impressive benefits, including retirement plans that are among the best Arizona has to offer! Just take a look:

• An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work-Life Balance.

• Paid Vacation And Sick Leave

• 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One

• After Three (3) Years of Service, 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually

• After Five (5) Years of Service, 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually

• 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One

• Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish

• Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years

• Two-Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service

• Three-Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service

• Four-Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service

• Four-Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service

• Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!

• Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From

• Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost

• Dental and Vision Plans

• Comprehensive Wellness Program

• Quarterly Wellness Challenges

• Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite

• Vaccination Clinics

• Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events

• Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite

• Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite

• Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online

• Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Alternative Work Schedules

• Telehealth

• Qualified Employer - Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - Department of Education

• Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options

• Civil Service Leave

• Van Pool Options

• Short-Term Disability - Employer Paid

• Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid

• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses

• Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance

Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU.

Apply today and find out why Pinal County is more than just a job.

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JOB SUMMARY

Assist Pinal County residents with access to Community Health Nutrition Programs (CHNP) including the Women Infants & Children (WIC) program, nutritional/breastfeeding counseling, education and training, determine client eligibility for program services, assess clients' nutrition, breastfeeding and health-related needs, and provide services according to Public Health Services Department (PHSD) policies and procedures under basic supervision.

TYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this description.

• Assist PHSD clients with information and services for a variety of Community Health Nutrition Programs (CHNP) including the Federal Women Infants & Children (WIC) program, Commodity Supplemental Food Programs (CSFP), and other nutritional/breastfeeding counseling programs and support services and perform duties within scope of authority and training and in compliance with County policies.
• Interview clients, document income status and current living conditions, and determine eligibility for CHNP services.
• Evaluate clients' nutrition/breastfeeding and health-related needs, discuss and document clients' eating habits, health history, and current medical condition, and work with client to develop personal goals and a nutrition/breastfeeding care plan.
• Counsel and educate clients on proper nutrition/breastfeeding practices, provide educational material and personalized information on CHNP and PHSD programs, and refer clients to other service providers as needed.
• Measure height/weight and hemoglobin (blood) testing.
• Assist clients to access other health care professionals, regional agencies, and community services programs.
• Maintain case file records and collect, compile, and report data on program participation.
• Assist with community outreach programs and special projects as assigned.
• Train and cross-train in a variety of nutrition, breastfeeding and healthcare programs.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Nutrition or health related field.
• One (1) year of experience in a medical or social services program.
• Bi-lingual English-Spanish language skills.
• Successful completion of training programs by Arizona Department of Health Services.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Federal and state nutrition/breastfeeding program regulations and requirements.
• Knowledge of methods, practices, and procedures for assisting public health clients.
• Knowledge of regional community service agencies, community resources, public health programs, and other public assistance programs for appropriate referrals.
• Knowledge of principles of record keeping and records management.
• Ability to explain state laws and County policies and procedures governing public health functions.
• Ability to use courtesy and respect in providing client services.
• Ability to operate a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
• Ability to provide effective client services including interviewing, teaching, counseling, and records management.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is medium and requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The work also requires the ability to crouch, feel, finger, grasp, handle, reach, perform repetitive motion, kneel, lift, pull, push, to operate motor vehicles, hear, speak, stand, stoop, walk, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in a relatively safe, secure, and stable work environment.

This position is Grant Funded and continued employment is contingent upon available funding.

The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value

professionalism and respect for others. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process, we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration,

which may impact your future Pinal County applications.

Offers of employment are valid only if provided in writing and approved by Pinal County Human Resources.

All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply.

However, visa sponsorship is not available.

Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT).

Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment, education, and criminal history), and drug testing for safety-sensitive roles. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates from employment. Employment offers are contingent on successful pre-employment screening. If driving is a requirement of the position, you must have a valid Arizona State Drivers License in accordance with Arizona State Law.

Work in this classification requires an individual to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this description.

Pinal County offers some of the best benefits in Arizona! We offer a wide range of employee benefits. You can Read more details about our organizations benefit program or you can review the list below:

• An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work Life Balance.

• Paid Vacation And Sick Leave

• 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One

• After Three (3) Years of Service 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually

• After Five (5) Years of Service 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually

• Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish

• 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One

• Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years

• Two Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service

• Three Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service

• Four Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service

• Four Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service

• Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!

• Top Tier Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

• Insure your whole family on a PPO plan for as low as $57.94/mo.

• Insure you and your children on a PPO plan for ZERO premium cost

• Comprehensive Wellness Program

• Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events

• Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite

• Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite

• Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online

• Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi

• Quarterly Well Challenges

• Vaccination Clinics Onsite

• Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Alternative Work Schedules

• Telehealth

• Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the Dept of Education

• Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options

• Civil Service Leave

• VanPool Options

• Short-Term Disability - Employer Paid

• Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid

• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses

• Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance

Employer Pinal County

Department Public Health Address 971 N. Jason Lopez Circle

P.O. Box 2945

Florence, Arizona, 85132

Phone 520-866-6300

1-866-960-0633