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Pottawattamie County is taking applications for a Full-Time WIC Nutrition Educator to complete health screenings, provide nutrition education, write food packages, provide referrals and function as a Certified Professional Authority (CPA) in the WIC certification process. Clinics are in a six-county service area in Iowa including Council Bluffs, Glenwood, Logan, Onawa, Harlan and Atlantic.

Pottawattamie County is taking applications for a Full-Time WIC Nutrition Educator to complete health screenings, provide nutrition education, write food packages, provide referrals and function as a Certified Professional Authority (CPA) in the WIC certification process.  Clinics are in a six-county service area in Iowa including Council Bluffs, Glenwood, Logan, Onawa, Harlan and Atlantic.   <div>Job Type: Full-time</div><div>Agency: Women, Infant & Children (WIC)</div><div>Location: Various Locations, Southwest Iowa</div>

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WIC Nutrition Educator

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Through providing free nutrition education and helping people understand why their food choices matter, you will play an important role in Natural Grocers commitment creating a sustainable, Just, regenerative food system where humans, animals, and the earth can thrive. You’ll wear many hats while working in a fast-paced retail setting conducting classes, private coaching sessions, community outreach, and retail operations (e.g., customer service, stocking shelves, cleaning, etc.).

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Salary Range:
USD $23.00/Hr. - 

Overview:
The Job in a Nutshell: This role requires an outgoing personality and passion for sharing nutrition knowledge and inspiring people to act and achieve their health goals. You’ll wear many hats while working in a fast-paced retail setting conducting classes, private coaching sessions, community outreach, and retail operations (e.g., customer service, stocking shelves, cleaning, etc.). As the store’s nutrition professional, you will act as an educational resource providing science-based nutrition education/training to the store Crew, our customers, and the community. This position is a front-line contributor to the Natural Grocers mission and plays an integral role helping Natural Grocers improve the health and wellbeing of our communities. Through providing free nutrition education and helping people understand why their food choices matter, you will play an important role in Natural Grocers commitment creating a sustainable, Just, regenerative food system where humans, animals, and the earth can thrive.   Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if the hiring timeline is extended. 05/27/2026

Responsibilities:
Main Ingredients: <ol><li>Acts as the nutrition education resource for the customers, Crew, and community.</li><li>Provides customer service on the floor in the vitamin aisles (assists customers with product purchasing, provides education resource, etc.)</li><li>Performs retail Operations a. Maintain Customer Literature Files b. Maintain Book Department c. Stock and Face Product d. Assists with cleaning the Vitamin Department and store e. Assists with merchandising product</li><li>Provides Nutrition Education a. Offers instore nutrition and recipe demonstration classes b. Offers outreach nutrition classes c. Provides regular trainings to Crew d. Maintains the Crew Wellness Board e. Motivates and provides encouragement for Crew to participate in Employee Nutrition Challenges i. Respond to questions and review summaries</li><li>Provides private individual one-on-one health coaching sessions</li><li>Works to build community relationships (practitioner partners for referrals, Guest presenters, event partners, etc.)</li><li>Seeks outreach opportunities (to provide nutrition education and build brand awareness)</li><li>Maintains Continued Education requirements a. Reads and reviews research b. Completes CE assignments</li><li>Assists management with coordinating, organizing, and executing companywide events</li><li>Responsible for printing materials used in classes, outreach, and coaching sessions</li><li>Responsible for placing orders for nutrition education supplies</li><li>Provides training to Crew on promoting the NHC services, instore events, and promotions</li><li>Attends monthly meetings (NHC webinar, Regional and Sales Building calls)</li><li>Acts as an event ambassador for instore guest presenter classes during floor days Although this is a general outline of job responsibilities all employees are expected to be “hands on” and do whatever it takes to get the job done and make the company thrive.</li></ol>

Qualifications:
Recipe for Success: <ol><li>A degree/certification in nutrition or a related field (e.g., dietetics, Bachelor of Science or Master of Biology, Biochemistry, Naturopathy)</li><li>Microsoft Office skills (i.e., Excel, Outlook, etc.)</li><li>Excellent public speaking skills</li><li>Confidence in front of an audience providing cooking demonstrations and nutrition education classes</li><li>Ability to engage customers and start conversations to promote events, services, and sales</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills</li><li>Excellent organizational skills and priority management</li><li>Self-directed and able to maximize time management</li><li>Able to work well with a team and accept constructive feedback</li><li>Motivated to grow and develop knowledge and skills</li><li>Inspired to provide nutrition education to employee Crew, customer’s and the community</li><li>Comfortable working in a retail setting performing retail operations (stocking, facing, checking product expiration dates, cleaning, etc.)</li><li>Friendly, outgoing, and approachable</li></ol>Maintaining Nutrition Knowledge<ol><li>If the degree and/or certification requires continuing education to maintain, then those requirements must be fulfilled.</li><li>If the degree and/or certification do not require CEC, maintaining 16 Continuing Education (CE) Hours (or two CE units) per year is required. This job description is not an employment contract. It does not guarantee a job or that the above listed duties are the limit of responsibilities. The job and job description are subject to change with and without notice. Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to him/her by their Manager and/or other Store Support Center manager that might not be listed in this job description</li></ol> This job description is not an employment contract. It does not guarantee a job or that the above listed duties are the limit of responsibilities. The job and job description are subject to change with and without notice. Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to them by their Manager and/or other Store Support Center manager that might not be listed in this job description.  Here’s an overview of the benefits we offer our good4u Crew to help ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your family, now and well into the future:  All Crew Members<ul><li>Birthday Bonus Pay </li><li>Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually) </li><li>Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores Closed</li><li>Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure  </li><li>Paid Nutrition Education </li><li>good4u Crew Member Discount  </li><li>{N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program) </li><li>Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases  </li><li>Advancement Opportunities and Career Development </li><li>Health and Wellness Program  </li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)   </li><li>Employee Referral Program</li></ul> Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)<ul><li>Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance </li><li>Paid Parental Leave  </li><li>Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance) </li><li>Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance  </li><li>Company Paid Life Insurance </li><li>Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance   </li><li>Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match  </li><li>Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)  </li><li>Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match </li></ul>Diversity StatementAt the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing! We cannot be true to this conviction without honoring diversity and cultivating inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization.At Natural Grocers, we honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion because both individual and societal health are rooted in these principles. Our Crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas. Celebrating our diversity refreshes, expands, and shapes our perspective, energizing our mission of equitable access to health and wellness for all. We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table. We’re committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion in which our Crew can continue to thrive. Physical Capabilities and Environmental Demands: N = NeverO = Occasional; 1-33% of timeF = Frequent; 34-66% of timeC = Constant; 67-100% of time Physical Requirements:<ul><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 1in">Must have the ability to constantly lift or carry up to 10 lbs., frequently lift or carry 11-20 lbs., and occasionally lift or carry 21-50 lbs. Must also have the ability to occasionally lift or carry 51-100 lbs. with a team lift.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 1in">Must have the ability to frequently push or pull up to 15 lbs. and occasionally push or pull 16-100 lbs. </li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 1in">Must be able to occasionally use the computer for data entry and use of mouse.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 1in">Must be able to constantly walk, stand, use fine motor manipulations, grip, bend, twist, turn, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 1in">Must be able to frequently to reach above chest.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 1in">Must be able to occasionally sit, squat, kneel, and climb as needed. </li></ul> Environmental Requirements:<ul><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Must be able to frequently work with sharp tools and equipment, dust, fumes, and congested worksite. </li><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Must be able to occasionally work with noise, cold, heat, wet, humid, outside, heights, and contact stress.</li></ul>

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Microsoft Office

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Pottawattamie County is taking applications for a part-time WIC Dietitian to complete health screenings, provide nutrition education, write food packages, provide referrals and function as a Certified Professional Authority (CPA) in the WIC certification process. Clinics are in a six-county service area in Iowa including; Council Bluffs, Glenwood, Logan, Onawa, Harlan and Atlantic.

Pottawattamie County is taking applications for a part-time WIC Dietitian to complete health screenings, provide nutrition education, write food packages, provide referrals and function as a Certified Professional Authority (CPA) in the WIC certification process.  Clinics are in a six-county service area in Iowa including; Council Bluffs, Glenwood, Logan, Onawa, Harlan and Atlantic.    Applicant must be a licensed dietitian in Iowa or eligible to obtain Iowa dietetic license. <div>Job Type: Part-time</div><div>Agency: Women, Infant & Children (WIC)</div><div>Location: Various Locations, Southwest Iowa</div>

Part-Time WIC DIETITIAN

From stocking, greeting and cashiering, to promoting special events, and our one-of-a-kind Nutrient to Know About program, you will have the opportunity to use your people skills, passion for talking and learning about nutrition, energy, and excitement in this multifaceted entry-level position. A Natural Grocers Good4U Crew Member plays a critical role in helping Natural Grocers be the most awesome place possible where food quality actually matters, affordability is a must and health is what we are buzzing about.

Salary Range:
USD $15.00/Hr. - 

Overview:
The Job in a Nutshell:Do you have a passion for helping people?  Do you believe that you can change the world with your food choices?  How about nutrition; do you like to learn and help people live healthier?  Yes?  Well, do we have the job for you! A Natural Grocers Good4U Crew Member plays a critical role in helping Natural Grocers be the most awesome place possible where food quality actually matters, affordability is a must and health is what we are buzzing about. We have a lot going on, so we don’t think you’ll get bored! From stocking, greeting and cashiering, to promoting special events, and our one-of-a-kind Nutrient to Know About program, you will have the opportunity to use your people skills, passion for talking and learning about nutrition, energy, and excitement in this multifaceted entry-level position. We are looking for Good4UCrew Members that will join us in our enthusiasm and passion for helping people and the environment.  Sound good?  Keep reading… Applications are accepted for this position on an ongoing basis. 

Responsibilities:
The nitty-gritty, what is essential in this role?<ul><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Providing world class customer service</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Cashiering duties</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Providing support in various departments</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Support Company initiatives</li><li style="margin-left:0.5in">Gain product knowledge</li></ul> So there you have it!  That’s the basics of the job, pretty awesome, right?!  Of course, all our Good4U Crew Members are considered to be “all hands on deck” and ready to help with whatever needs to get done in order to support the team.  Don’t forget, we like to have fun here at Natural Grocers!  Bring your smile every day and jump onboard with one of the most amazing companies ever, seriously, it really is.

Qualifications:
Recipe for Success:Do you have the experience/skills/education we are looking for? Here at Natural Grocers we don't see ourselves as just another run of the mill grocery store, no way, we are much more than that!  We have a purpose here and we are all committed to seeing our customers, communities, and planet get healthier as we strive for the highest food quality standards.  Not to brag or anything, but you won’t find anyone, anywhere beat our food quality standards- seriously.  Our Good4U Crew Members carry this passion and mission every day.  No matter how big or small the task at hand, our Crew knows that they are contributing big time to a ginormous mission! <ul><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 74.25pt">STRONG people skills!</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 74.25pt">Retail experience</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 74.25pt">Cashiering skills/Money handling</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 74.25pt">Ability to pass food safety training courses and/or certifications.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 74.25pt">Attention to detail</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 74.25pt">Ability to manage changing priorities</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 74.25pt">Sense of urgency in the completion of tasks</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 74.25pt">Ability to take direction and follow through</li></ul> Now don't be taking this job description as an employment contract.  Remember, just by acknowledging this doesn’t mean we are guaranteeing a job or that there isn’t going to be some additional duties we need you to jump on board with.  There is a chance that this job description may change without notice.  Sometimes change just sneaks up on you!  Our Good4U Crew Members must be willing to tackle all tasks assigned.  Look at it as a personal challenge; we know you got this!  Here’s an overview of the benefits we offer our good4u Crew to help ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your family, now and well into the future:  All Crew Members<ul><li>Birthday Bonus Pay </li><li>Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually) </li><li>Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores Closed</li><li>Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure  </li><li>Paid Nutrition Education </li><li>good4u Crew Member Discount  </li><li>{N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program) </li><li>Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases  </li><li>Advancement Opportunities and Career Development </li><li>Health and Wellness Program  </li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)   </li><li>Employee Referral Program</li></ul> Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)<ul><li>Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance </li><li>Paid Parental Leave  </li><li>Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance) </li><li>Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance  </li><li>Company Paid Life Insurance </li><li>Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance   </li><li>Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match  </li><li>Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)  </li><li>Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match </li></ul>Diversity StatementAt the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing! We cannot be true to this conviction without honoring diversity and cultivating inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization.At Natural Grocers, we honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion because both individual and societal health are rooted in these principles. Our Crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas. Celebrating our diversity refreshes, expands, and shapes our perspective, energizing our mission of equitable access to health and wellness for all. We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table. We’re committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion in which our Crew can continue to thrive. Physical Capabilities and Environmental Demands: N = NeverO = Occasional; 1-33% of timeF = Frequent; 34-66% of timeC = Constant; 67-100% of time Physical Requirements:<ul><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 1in">Must have the ability to constantly lift or carry up to 10 lbs., frequently lift or carry 11-20 lbs., and occasionally lift or carry 21-50 lbs. Must also have the ability to occasionally lift or carry 51-100 lbs. with a team lift.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 1in">Must have the ability to frequently push or pull up to 15 lbs. and occasionally push or pull 16-100 lbs. </li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 1in">Must be able to occasionally use the computer for data entry and use of mouse.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 1in">Must be able to constantly walk, stand, use fine motor manipulations, grip, bend, twist, turn, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 1in">Must be able to frequently to reach above chest.</li><li style="margin:0in 0in 0in 1in">Must be able to occasionally sit, squat, kneel, and climb as needed. </li></ul> Environmental Requirements:<ul><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Must be able to frequently work with sharp tools and equipment, dust, fumes, and congested worksite. </li><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Must be able to occasionally work with noise, cold, heat, wet, humid, outside, heights, and contact stress.</li></ul>

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