Wic Nutrition Educator - Karen Speaking

Salary : $48,341.41 - $71,771.58 Annually
Location : ALL-Multiple Ramsey County Locations, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 0807-23/12-001
Department: 58J01-PubHlth/WIC
Opening Date: 12/07/2023
Closing Date: 12/20/2023 11:59 PM Central
Basic Function
To determine eligibility for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program through a comprehensive assessment process; provide nutrition education and breastfeeding support; connect families to other social and community services; provide educational resources; make referrals to medical providers; and to perform related duties as assigned.
If an internal candidate is selected, salary will be set in accordance with the personnel rules, i.e. promotion, transfer, or voluntary reduction.
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Examples of Work Performed

1. Determine program eligibility by a comprehensive assessment (nutrition, social, economic, health, cultural, etc.) of the client/family.
2. Perform anthropometric screening and assessment including; complete height and weight measurements and assess growth according to World Health Organization (WHO) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) growth grids, pregnancy weight gain grids; and perform hemoglobin blood test; complete and evaluate a health history form to aid in identifying risk factors; and complete a dietary assessment.
3. Assess the participant health and nutrition status based on anthropometric and nutrition screening; and develop and implement individualized patient care plans to address any dietary or health concerns to meet identified nutritional, social, cultural, health, economic needs based on WIC program criteria.
4. Coordinate, provide direct services and document appropriate referrals to health care and community resources and programs; and monitor and re-evaluate participant health and nutritional status.
5. Educate, counsel and advise clients using nutrition, health and community resources to address identified needs by building on individual and family strengths; incorporate motivational interviewing and behavior change techniques to provide tailored nutrition education; and motivate families to make healthy changes.
6. Determine appropriate food packages for participants based on assessed needs through health and nutrition screenings.
7. Issue WIC benefits and educate participants on use of the WIC benefits; and promote redemption of WIC foods.
8. Provide breast/chest feeding promotion, education and support to pregnant participants.
9. Explain WIC program policies, procedures, rights and responsibilities to WIC participants.
10. Assist with other duties such as, but not limited to: filing; data entry; appointment scheduling; phone calls and reminder calls; and assist clinic coordinator.
11. Assist in the training of new WIC Nutrition Educators by orienting them to clinic procedures.
12. Use bilingual or multilingual language skills to serve participants and the public as needed.

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required.)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Completion of an Associate Degree program in Dietetic Technology and registered or eligible to be registered as a Dietetic Technician by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Experience: None.
Substitution: The following options may substitute for the education requirement: (a) Bachelor's Degree in nutrition sciences, community nutrition, clinical nutrition, dietetics, public health nutrition, public health, biology, human services, sociology, social work, family social science, community health, community health education, health education, health sciences, family consumer sciences, exercise science, or other health related degree from a college or university accredited by the Association of Colleges and Schools; (b) Bachelor's Degree in Home Economics with emphasis in nutrition as defined by the Minnesota Department of Health WIC Program; (c) any other nutrition related Bachelor's Degree acceptable to the State WIC Program; or(d) six months experience as a St. Paul/Ramsey County WIC Nutrition Educator Trainee.
Certification/Licensure: If minimum qualifications are met by completion of Associate Degree in Dietetic Technology, must be registered as a dietetic technician by the Commission on Dietetic Registration before the end of the probation period.
Other: Fluency in English and Karen.
Exam/Screening Process Information
The examination process will consist of the following section with each section weighted as indicated:

• Training and Experience Rating = 100%

The examination for WIC Nutrition Educator -Karen Speaking will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will pass the training and experience rating. The rating on this supplemental questionnaire will depend your answers to the questions - do not mark "see resume" or "see work history" as a response. Please answer all your questions clearly and completely. Failure to respond could affect your score and final rank on this examination.
Eligible List: The names of all applicants who filed a properly completed application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for an employment opportunity as a WIC Nutrition Educator - Karen Speaking. This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy. Candidates will remain on the list for one month or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted, informing them that the list has been posted and their rank on the list.
Veteran's Preference: This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process. Veteran's Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process. Applicants who are eligible for veteran's preference should update their veteran's DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application.
Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.
E-Verify Participation: Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance or national origin.
To print a paper application for this posting click You will need to print this posting and answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.
For further information regarding this posting, please contact nirvana.wallace@ramseycounty.us.
Ramsey County provides a wide range of employee benefits to support health, well-being, and work/life balance. Benefits eligibility can vary depending on union status/contract language. A summary of benefits is provided below. Detailed information is available for review at

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • The County contributes a bargained percentage to the medical and dental monthly premium
  • Employees choose from four enrollment tiers: Single, Employee + legally married spouse, Employee + Child(ren), Family
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance - three plan options including a High Deductible Plan with a Health Saving Account offered. Earn up to $20/month in electronic gift cards for each enrolled employee or spouse for wellness activity
  • MetLife Dental Insurance - two plan options offered
  • VSP Vision Insurance - Advantage Plan offered

• Pre-tax Benefit Program
  • Pre-tax medical, dental, vision monthly premium deduction option
  • Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • County monthly contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees who elect the High Deductible medical plan

• Paid time off
  • Vacation hours, accrued based on years of service, ranging from 12 to 25 days per year (pro-rated for part-time employees)
  • 11 scheduled holidays and one floating holiday
  • Up to three weeks of 100% paid parental leave, plus additional use of sick time as noted below
  • Sick hours accrued at a rate of three weeks per year, which can be used for medical and dental care; injury or illness for you, your spouse or children; the birth or adoption of a child (up to 80 hours) or the death of a family member (up to 40 hours)
  • Wellness incentive allows conversion of unused sick time to vacation or pay

• Retirement benefits
  • Pension - The county contributes at least 7.5% of your salary to your pension, depending on bargaining unit. Unlike other retirement investments, pension payments are a lifetime benefit once you start collecting payments
  • New employees become vested after five years. For the Police and Fire union, employees are vested after 10 years
  • Deferred compensation - 457(b) account with employer match
  • Health Care Savings Plan - all benefits-eligible employees contribute 1% of gross regular salary to a Health Care Savings Plan account for eligible health care expenses after retirement. Interest accrues tax free. County provides a scheduled contribution after five years of participation

• Transit and parking
  • Fully funded Metropass.
  • Transportation/parking expenses reimbursement account

• Employee well-being
  • Employee assistance program, including telephone counseling, financial counseling, rideshare benefits, etc.
  • Wellness programming
  • Flexible work policy with hybrid work options for eligible positions

• Life Insurance and Disability leave
  • County provided Basic Life coverage - 1x annual salary, minimum $10,000 up to a maximum of $50,000. Optional supplemental coverage available
  • Long-term Disability - County provided coverage replaces 40% of the employee's lost income after six months of disability, subject to a $5,000 monthly maximum. Option to purchase an additional 20% income replacement up to $7,500 monthly maximum
  • Short-term Disability - option to purchase 60% income replacement coverage with 30, 60 or 90-day waiting period

• Career development
  • Tuition reimbursement, up to $4,000 per year
  • Online professional development opportunities through the Learning & Development Center
  • County employment qualifies as a public service organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Employee resource groups - help employees build connections through common bonds with colleagues

For information about Ramsey County's 2024 benefits, visit:
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The supplemental questionnaire will be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Provide complete information for each question. Do not write "see resume" as it is not an acceptable answer. The experiences you indicate in your responses will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Please select "yes" if you have read and understand.

• Yes
• No

02
How would you describe your proficiency in speaking Karen?

• Fluent/Advanced
• Intermediate. Ability to understand sentences and frequently used expressions. Can communicate main points clearly in regularly encountered work and/or school situations.
• Beginner. Ability to understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases.
• Do not speak Karen.

03
If you indicated in question #2 that you speak Karen, describe where and when you learned the language. Describe in detail your level of proficiency in speaking Karen including your ability to use the language effectively for professional purposes and ability to understand both spoken and written language.
Please note: If you are offered an employment interview you will be required to demonstrate your ability to speak Spanish.
If you answered "NO" to question #2 enter "N/A" in the space below.

• Yes
• No

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Are you the owner or manager of a store authorized to accept MN WIC benefits? <...