WIC Program Administrator - Health and Human Services (0526)

WIC Program Administrator - Health and Human Services (0526)

Salary

$67,877.25 - $74,341.75 Annually

Location

Flagstaff, AZ

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Job Number

0804716

Department

Health and Human Services

Opening Date

05/06/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits
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Nature of Work

Under general supervision performs work of considerable difficulty in the management of the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program; performs related work as assigned.

This position is funded by the Women, Infants, and Children grant and the Breastfeeding Peer Counseling grant

Typical Duties

(Illustrative Only)

• Implements the WIC program to align with and support the strategic plan
• Plans, develops, implements, administers, and evaluates the WIC program
• Assesses community needs and engages community resources to enhance the WIC program
• Researches best practices and implements strategies to increase effectiveness of the WIC program
• Works with community partners to create innovative solutions
• Writes grant proposals and develops new funding sources
• Prepares and administers program budgets, with administrative oversight
• Monitors budget expenditures
• Develops, evaluates, and revises policies and procedures to improve program efficiency and effectiveness
• Supervises, evaluates, and engages in performance management with assigned personnel
• Negotiates, administers, and monitors contracts
• Ensures adherence to federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations
• Maintains working relationships with community agencies and organizations
• Develops programs to create community awareness of service availability
• Develops and implements training
• May assist other divisions within the department
• May serve as team leader and periodically as multi-agency team leader or project manager

Essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: driving; working with and around others; co-workers, clients, agencies, etc.; working alone; vision acuity (near and far); dealing with interruptions; hearing and speech for ordinary conversation.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in nutrition (community nutrition, public health nutrition, nutrition education, human nutrition, or nutrition science) or a related field (such as home economics or biochemistry) with an emphasis in nutritional science and one year of supervisory experience;

Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Number of years working in a WIC program may substitute for some years of education.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must obtain an Arizona drivers license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Fingerprint clearance may be required.

This position is exempt from overtime.

This position is safety sensitive.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Active Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential is preferred.

Bilingual in Spanish and English with strong verbal communication skills in both languages is preferred.

Masters degree in nutrition or related field of study is preferred.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, verbal and written, excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to work with minimal supervision, be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, and have experience managing schedules.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of:

• Public program planning, development, budgeting and management

• State and federal program guidelines and regulations

• Community needs and resources

• Principles and practices of effective supervision

• The theory, principles, practices and techniques of designated program services and related assigned duties

• Principles and practices of providing social services to culturally diverse populations

• Software applications commonly used in program management

• Skill in:

• Analyzing programs and services, and structuring new programs and improvements

• Analyzing complex situations and evaluate alternatives prior to making decisions

• Analyzing administrative and personnel, problems and identify appropriate solutions

• Ability to:

• Effectively manage human, fiscal, and material resources

• Interpret federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines

• Address the public and professional groups

• Train and effectively manage assigned staff

• Exercise independent judgment and initiative to effectively carry out difficult assignments

• Address and motivate the public and professional groups

• Prepare and maintain complex reports and records

• Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public

• Follow written and verbal instructions

• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Employee Benefits

Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits

package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:

(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)

• Vacation/Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 10 Holidays Per Year
• Health Care Insurance
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Group Life Insurance
• Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
• Sick Leave Conversion Plan
• Personal Day Purchase Program
• Vacation Sell Back Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program
• Long-Term Disability
• Arizona State Retirement System
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-going Training Opportunities
• Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass

Elective Coverage

• Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Tax-deferred investment program
• Accidental and Disability Insurance
• Short Term Disability

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Describe your formal supervisory experience in previous roles. Include years of experience, number of staff supervised, and the environment/workplace.

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Certification as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) is preferred. If you are an RD/RDN, please provide your RD/RDN registration ID number and registration period.

Required Question

Employer Coconino County

Address 219 E Cherry Ave

Flagstaff, Arizona, 86001

Phone 928-679-7100

Website http://www.coconino.az.gov