Salary: $67,400.00 - $121,300.00 Annually
Location : Greenville County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 192125
Agency: Department of Public Health
Division: Health Promotion and Services
Opening Date: 08/25/2026
Closing Date: 9/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: KB52
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: CLN10
Hiring Range - Min.: $67,400.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $121,300.00

Job Responsibilities
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Under the limited supervision of the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program Manager, functions as the Lead Licensed Registered Dietitian for the Region. Participate in quality assurance activities for professional practice and nutrition services for the Region.
*Supervision - Knowledgeable of current WIC regulations, policies, and procedures, and assures these are implemented within specified time frames in clinic sites. Interprets current policy and procedures to regional and county personnel.
*Recruit, screen, interview, select, and orients registered dietitians and/or other nutrition staff. Identify nutrition staff training needs, coordinate continuing in-service education training and professional development needs of registered dietitians and/or other nutrition staff. Participate in the performance evaluations of all licensed registered dietitians in the region and assist with the evaluation of other nutrition staff.
*Assist the WIC Program Manager in implementation and monitoring of nutrition-related policies and procedures. Oversee the quality assurance component of nutrition practice in the region through monitoring and evaluating of the registered dietitians, nutrition staff and/or other region staff delivering nutrition services. Participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of client care and nutrition staff productivity standards. Review and make recommendations on staffing needs to the WIC Program Manager.
*Provide professional expertise, consultation and technical assistance to licensed dietitians, physicians and other health care providers both within and external to the agency. Provide nutrition consultation and technical assistance for region staff on nutrition-related services. Serve as the primary advisor on nutrition and nutrition-related issues for the region. Plan, coordinate and supervise professional practice experiences for dietetic interns completing practicums in the region.
*Update professional skills and knowledge to assure delivery of quality nutrition services. Participate in continuing education opportunities to assure utilization of evidence-based practices. Assist the State Director of Public Health Nutrition in developing nutrition services policies and procedures for nutrition services. List II formula approvals. Completes Level II/Level II breastfeeding support if applicable.
*Participates in disaster preparedness during hazardous weather or declaration of an emergency as outlined in the DPH Emergency Plans, to include staffing of shelters on site or in other areas of the state. Other duties as assigned related to the position.

Minimum and Additional Requirements
State Minimum Requirements: A master's degree and registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration as a Registered Dietitian. A bachelor's degree with professional clinical or public health experience and registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration as a Registered Dietitian

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Additional Requirements: Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring

Preferred Qualifications
A registered dietitian nutritionist (RD/RDN) with a master's degree in nutrition, dietetics, public health, or related degree and three (3) years of experience in a clinical, public health or community setting or a bachelor's degree and six (6) years of experience in a clinical, public health or community setting. One (1) year of either supervisory, management or leadership experience is preferred but not required. An active license to practice from the SC Panel for Dietetics or eligibility to apply for a license is required.
Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for Full Time Employees (FTE) positions that includes:

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click for additional information.
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan
  • State Optional Retirement Program

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all Full Time Employees (FTE); please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Employment Authorization and Visa Sponsorship Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must maintain valid work authorization throughout the duration of their employment. This agency does not sponsor employment-based visas, including but not limited to H-1B visas, nor does it provide sponsorship for permanent residency or other employment-based immigration benefits now or in the future. Individuals who are authorized to work in the United States under Optional Practical Training (OPT) through a valid F-1 student visa may apply, provided they possess current employment authorization and do not require employer sponsorship to continue working in the United States at any point during employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon verification of identity and eligibility to work in the United States in accordance with federal law. This agency complies with all applicable federal employment eligibility verification requirements. By submitting this application, I certify that I am legally authorized to work in the United States and will not require employer sponsorship for a work visa now or at any time during employment.

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Do you have a master's degree and registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration as a Registered Dietitian?

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Do you have a bachelor's degree with professional clinical or public health experience and registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration as a Registered Dietitian?

• Yes
• No

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Some positions require registration or eligibility for registration by the American Dietetic Association. Do you have a bachelor's degree in nutrition, dietetics or community nutrition and experience in a clinical, public health or institutional setting; or a bachelor's degree in any field, eligibility for registration by the American Dietetic Association and experience in a clinical, public health or institutional setting?

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Do you have a current license to practice dietetics from the South Carolina Panel of Dietetics?

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Are you currently working for or have ever worked for South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) or South Carolina Department of Public Health (SCDPH)?

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If you answered "Yes" to question six (6), what location? If you are not currently or have never worked for SCDHEC / SCDPH, please type "N/A" below.
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Would you be willing to accept a salary within the hiring range of $67,400 - $121,300?

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