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The County of Los Angeles NUTRITIONIST I in Los Angeles, California
NUTRITIONIST I
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NUTRITIONIST I
Salary
$55,602.72 - $74,934.72 Annually
Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
F4802C-R
Department
PROBATION
Opening Date
04/11/2024
Description
Benefits
Questions
Position/Program Information
EXAM NUMBER:
F4802C-R
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive Job Opportunity
WHEN TO APPLY:
Applications will be accepted starting on April 15, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until the needs of the service are met; this posting is subject to closure without prior notice.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Nutritionist role involves implementing a nutrition program by conducting surveys or studies and providing individual or group counseling or instruction on nutrition and its effect on health to a particular segments of the County's population or designated groups.
This position receives administrative supervision and technical direction from a Physician, Program Manager, or supervisory-level health professional. Incumbents serve at the entry level and assist higher-level nutrition personnel in the planning, development, and implementation of a nutrition program by conducting studies and surveys on the diet patterns and the incidence and severity of medical problems identified with inadequate nutrition among a specific population or group, and providing individual or group counsel to meet the identified needs. Incumbents are distinguished as entry-level positions by their routine responsibility for the assessment of nutritional needs, development of nutrition care plans, and counseling clients on nutrition and its effect on health.
Essential Job Functions
Participates in the development of nutrition standards/guidelines
Develops, organizes, and conducts training sessions and workshops for staff and other stakeholders (e.g., Probation Department partners)
Compiles/prepares statistical data and reports
Conducts facility inspections
For more information, please review the classification specification:Nutritionist I (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty/classspecs/1065498?keywords=nutritionist&pagetype=classSpecifications)
Requirements
HOW DO YOU QUALIFY:
Registration as a registered Dietitian by the American Dietetic Association*.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION :
*A copy of your Registered Dietician certificate must be attached to your application at the time of filing or emailed to klent@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of online application submission or your application will be rejected.
WITHHOLD INFORMATION:
No withholds will be allowed for this examination. Requirements must be fully met at the time of filing.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
2 - Light. This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination consists of two (2) parts,weighted 100%.
PART I: Multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s) measuring:
Achievement, Professional Potential, Responsibility, Teamwork, and Reading Comprehension.
MULTIPLE CHOICE TESTS AND SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
PART II: An Evaluation of Training and Experience (T&E) assessing competencies gained in the following areas:
Possession of current professional certifications and/or degrees in nutrition and dietetics
Completion of an accredited supervised practice, internship program, or coordinated program in nutrition and dietetics
Experience performing various functions in a food or nutrition related area
Candidates must meet the Selection Requirements, and achieve a combined passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the Eligible Register.
NOTE: All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please addklent@hr.lacounty.gov,kty@hr.lacounty.gov, (ky@hr.lacounty.gov,) info@governmentjobs.com,talentcentral@shl.com, anddonot-reply@amcatmail.comto your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
Transfer of Test Components:
Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their scores automatically transferred to this examination.
This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test scores may be transferred.
Test Preparation
Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary.
An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website athttp://hr.lacounty.gov/. Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section.
Additional online practice tests are available athttps://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/. You can also access test preparation for the computerized portion of the test by going tohttp://www.shldirect.com/practice_tests.html.
Eligibility Information
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation.
Vacancy Information
The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies in the Probation Department.
Available Shift
Any
Application and Filing Information
Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application BEFORE 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the BEFORE 5:00 p.m. PT, deadline. You may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements to qualify, as listed on this job bulletin. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
Important
Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from the class specification and minimum requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified.
Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI)
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
Social Security Number
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
No Sharing of User ID and Password
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
Testing Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.
Testing Accommodations Coordinator:TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov
California Relay Services Phone:(800) 735-2922
Teletype Phone:(800) 735-2929
Department Contact Name:Kyle Lent
Department Contact Phone:(213) 738-2125
Department Contact Email:klent@hr.lacounty.gov
Exam Number:F4802C-R
Type of Recruitment:Open Competitive Job Opportunity
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
Your Responsibilities:
1.Completing Your Application:
a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted.
b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title.
c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation.
2.Requirements on Job Posting:
a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time.
b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual age 40 or older.
c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable.
3.Application Deadline: All job applications must be completed and submitted before the closing time on the last day of the filing period as indicated on the job posting unless other instructions are provided. Job postings with an open continuous filing period are subject to closure without prior notice. It is to your advantage to file your application early and not wait until the last allowable date and time as you will not be able to apply once the filing period has closed.
4.Change of Name or Address: To change personal information such as your name or address, log into your profile onwww.governmentjobs.comand make the necessary change. This can be done at any time.
5.Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Policy:
a. It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. b. If you are an individual requesting reasonable accommodation(s) in the examination process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. The provision of accommodation(s) may be subject to verification, consistent with state and federal law. All accommodation-related information will remain confidential.
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You assume all responsibility and risk for the use of this system and the Internet generally. This system and the information provided on it are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. No advice or information given by the County of Los Angeles or its respective employees shall modify the foregoing or create any warranty.
The County of Los Angeles expressly disclaims any warranty that the information on this system or on the Internet generally will be uninterruptible or error free or that any information, software or other material accessible from the system is free of viruses or other harmful components. You shall have no recourse against the County of Los Angeles as the system provider for any alleged or actual infringement of any proprietary rights a user may have in anything posted or retrieved on our system.
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NOTE: Your application is submitted using Secure Encryption to ensure the privacy of all information you transmit over the Internet.
By accepting the Use Disclaimer set forth herein, you agree to all of the above terms and further agree to use this Online Job Employment Application System only for the submission of bona fide employment applications to the County of Los Angeles. Any other use of this Online Job Employment Application System, including without limitation any copying, downloading, translating, decompiling, or reverse engineering of the system, data, or related software, shall be a violation of the Use Disclaimer.
Test Preparation: Study Guides and other resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive system for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website athttps://hr.lacounty.gov/. Additional resources may be listed on the job posting.
Veteran’s Credit: In all open competitive examinations, a veteran’s credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examinations will be added to the final passing grade of an honorably discharged veteran who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under any of the following conditions: During a declared war; -or- During the period April 28, 1952 through July 1, 1955; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976; -or- During the Gulf War from August 2, 1990 through January 2, 1992; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on August 31, 2010 the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; -or- In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal or expeditionary medal has been authorized and awarded. Any Armed Forces Expeditionary medal or campaign badge, including El Salvador, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti qualifies for credit.
A campaign medal holder or Gulf War veteran who originally enlisted after September 7, 1980 (or began active duty on or after October 14, 1982, and has not previously completed 24 months of continuous active duty) must have served continuously for 24 months or the full period called or ordered to active duty.
This also applies to the spouse of such person who, while engaged in such service was wounded, disabled or crippled and thereby permanently prevented from engaging in any remunerative occupation, and also to the widow or widower of any such person who died or was killed while in such service. A DD214, Certificate of Discharge or Separation from Active Duty, or other official documents issued by the branch of service are required as verification of eligibility for Veterans preference. Applicants must submit the documentation for each open competitive exam to qualify for veteran’s credit. More information available at:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/
Accreditation Information: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies that are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). More information is available at:http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdfandhttp://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_AC EResourceGuide.pdf (https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf)
Background Check: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
Career Planning: Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application athttps://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov/#/.
Benefit Information: Depending on the position, the successful candidate will enroll in a contributory defined benefit pension plan if the candidate is a “new member” of the County’s defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013 (first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012) – unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. It should be noted that County employees do not pay into Social Security, but do pay the Medical Hospital Insurance Tax portion of Social Security at a rate of 1.45%. The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) has reciprocal agreements with several public retirement systems in California.
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990: All positions are open to qualified men and women. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the ADA/Personnel Services for Disabled Persons Coordinator. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. The County will attempt to meet reasonable accommodation requests whenever possible.
Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants.
Los Angeles County Child Support Compliance Program: In an effort to improve compliance with court ordered child, family and spousal support obligations, certain employment and identification information (i.e., name, address, Social Security number and date of hire) is regularly reported to the State Directory of New Hires which may assist in locating persons who owe these obligations. Family Code Section 17512 permits under certain circumstances for additional employment and identifying information to be requested. Applicants will not be disqualified from employment based on this information.
Social Security Act of 2004: Section 419 (c) of Public Law 108-203, the Social Security Protection Act of 2004, requires State and local government employers to disclose the effect of the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset Provision to employees hired on or after January 1, 2005, in jobs not covered by Social Security. The County of Los Angeles does not participate in the Social Security System. All newly hired County of Los Angeles employees must sign a statement (Form SSA-1945) prior to the start of employment indicating that they are aware of a possible reduction in their future Social Security benefit entitlement. For more information on Social Security and about each provision, you may visit the websitewww.socialsecurity.gov, or call toll free 1-800-772- 1213. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778 or contact a local Social Security office.
Employment Eligibility Information: Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States. Immigration law provides that all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present original documents to the County, within three (3) business days of hiring, which show satisfactory proof of 1) identity and 2) U.S. employment eligibility.
The California Fair Employment and Housing Act(Part 2.8 commencing with Section 12900 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code) the Regulations of the Fair Employment and Housing Commission (California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Division 4, Sections 7285.0 through 8504) and other applicable laws prohibit employment discrimination based on an applicant's protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, childbirth, and other characteristics.
COVID-19 VACCINATION: Some County workforce members may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful candidates for those positions/classifications may be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.
Updated February 2024
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The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process. CHECK YOUR ANSWERS CAREFULLY. Any mistakes you make and/or any incomplete responses you provide in completing these questions will be used to disqualify your application even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Be specific as possible and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. All information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.
I understand the above information and instructions.
02
Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address.
Please add klent@hr.lacounty.gov, kty@hr.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com, talentcentral@shl.com, donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email account's list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence.
Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.
I understand the above information and instructions.
03
Do you have current certification as a Registered Dietician by the Commission on Dietetic Registration, the credentialing agency of the American Dietetic Association? In order to receive credit for any certification, you must provide a legible copy with your application or email a copy to klent@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) days of your application.
Yes, and I have attached a copy of my registration to my application.
Yes, and I will email a copy of my registration to klent@hr.lacounty.gov within 7 days of submitting my application.
No, I am not a Registered Dietician.
04
Instructions:Questions 5 through 10are a self-assessment of your Training and Experience as it relates to the Nutritionist I position. This Evaluation of Training and Experience, along with the multiple choice and/or simulation assessments, areweighted at 100%of your final exam score. All information that you provide is subject to verification. The assessment will evaluate the following areas:
• Possession of current professional certifications and/or degrees in nutrition and dietetics
• Completion of an accredited supervised practice, internship program, or coordinated program in nutrition and dietetics
• Experience performing various functions in a food or nutrition related area
In order to receive credit for your responses, please make sure to provide any supporting work history when prompted.Failure to provide a response may result in no or partial credit.
Certification Statement
By completing the following self-assessment, I hereby attest that all information I have provided in this training and experience questionnaire is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that Human Resources staff may verify the information that I have provided.I understand that any misrepresentations, falsifications, or intentional omissions of material facts violates Civil Service Rules and may subject me to actions that may include removal from this examination and dismissal from County employment.
I have read and understood the above instructions.
05
Indicate any current professional certifications and/or degrees you possess from an accredited organization/educational institution (select all that apply).
California Food Handler Card (CFH Card)
Food Protection Manager Certification
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, Food Administration, Nutrition Science, Food Science or a closely related field
Registered Dietitian/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
I do not possess any of the above certifications or degrees.
06
In order to receive credit for the previous question, please list the type of certification or degree type and field of study, and contact information of the organization or educational institution that issued the certification(s) or degree(s). Additionally, ensure you have attached a copy of each certification or degree to your application. If you do not possess any certifications or degrees, please type "DOES NOT APPLY". Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response.Failure to provide a response may result in no or partial credit.
07
Have you completed a supervised practice, internship program, or coordinated program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)?
Yes
No
08
In order to receive credit for the previous question, please list the type of supervised practice, internship or coordinated program, and contact information of the organization where you completed the supervised practice, internship or coordinated program. Also include your position title, immediate supervisor name(s) and phone number, and dates of practice/program engagement (month/year). If you have not completed a supervised practice, internship or coordinated program, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response.Failure to provide a response may result in no or partial credit.
09
Indicate which of the following areas you have internship or work experience in (select all that apply).
Clinical Nutrition/Medical Nutrition Therapy
Food Services Management
Outpatient Consultation
Community Nutrition
Food and Nutrition Administration
Culinary Arts
Research Methods
Food Safety and Sanitation
I do not have internship or work experience in any of the areas listed above.
10
In order to receive credit for the previous question, please describe your internship/work experience for each of the options you selected. Also include your position title, immediate supervisor name(s) and phone number, and dates of employment (month/year). If you have no experience in any area listed in the previous question, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response.Failure to provide a response may result in no or partial credit.
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