| Location | Muskegon, MI |
| Salary | $24.43–$31.61 Per Hour |
COMMUNITY NUTRITION SPECIALIST FT
Salary
$24.43 - $31.61 Hourly
Location
Muskegon, MI
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2026-02724
Department
Public Health
Opening Date
07/28/2026
Closing Date
8/11/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Description of Work
The Community Nutrition Specialist is a vital health professional who helps improve the health and well-being of families-especially women, infants, and children through direct nutrition education and support services provided as part of the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program. Under general supervision, this position is responsible for certifying eligible participants for WIC benefits, providing individual and group nutrition education, offering dietary and health risk counseling, and making appropriate referrals within the Public Health Department and community programs. This role combines science-based nutrition guidance with meaningful client interaction in a supportive, community-centered environment.
This position offers the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of underserved populations across Muskegon County by promoting healthy eating habits, addressing nutritional risk factors, and ensuring access to public health services. The position is ideal for compassionate professionals who enjoy teaching and working with diverse populations and advocating for better health occurrences. All work is performed in accordance with federal, state, and local WIC program guidelines.
Required Minimum Entrance Qualifications
Bachelors Degree from accredited college or university with a major in Food and Nutrition, Home Economics, Dietetics or related field such as Nutrition Science, Public Health Nutrition, Community Health, Health Education, or Family and Consumer Science.
Possess and maintain a valid drivers license.
Physical Conditions / Work Location
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
This position involves primarily sedentary work with occasional standing, walking, and lifting of materials weighing up to 35 pounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Work is primarily performed in the Public Health Department offices and community-based locations. Occasional travel within Muskegon County may be required for outreach, client visits, or off-site programming.
Additional Information
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EVALUATION CONTENT
Applicants for County employment may be subject to a post-offer criminal background check, depending on the nature and assignment of the position. When such check is conducted, an offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the criminal background check. Appointees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period before the appointment will be considered permanent.
APPLICANT REVIEW PROCEDURE
Any applicant is entitled to a review of any determination or action taken by the County regarding the applicant's employment application. Inquiries should be directed to the County Human Resources Department.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list from which to fill present and future vacancies in this classification in the County system. For each opening, the Department Head has her/his choice of the candidates who meet the required minimum entrance qualifications. This list remains in effect for three months unless exhausted or extended.
MUSKEGON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
MUSKEGON COUNTY HAS ADOPTED A VETERANS PREFERENCE POLICY
THAT RECOGNIZES QUALIFYING MILITARY SERVICE
Non-Bargaining new hires have the option of either a County contribution to the Health Savings Account (outlined below) OR a 3% County contribution to the Lincoln Financial (457b) plan.
CONTRACT SECTION
BENEFIT
Medical Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) Plan 1
Single Plan: $2,500 Deductible, $1,250 Employer HSA Contribution, Out of Pocket Max $4,000. 2 People/Family: $5,000 Deductible, $2,500 HSA Employer Contribution, Out of Pocket Max $8,000, Co-insurance - 10%
Employer Contributions are prorated based on start date of benefits
No Employee Premium Contributions Per Pay
Prescription Drugs: $10/$40/$80 (After deductible)
Health Savings Account (HSA) Plan 2
Single Plan: $1,650 Deductible, $800 Employer HSA Contribution, Out of Pocket Max $2,250. 2 People/Family: $3,300 Deductible, $1,600 Employer HSA Contribution, Out of Pocket Max $4,500
Employer Contributions are prorated based on start date of benefits
Monthly Employee Premium: Single-$161.58, 2 person- $387.80, Family- $484.76
Prescription Drugs: $10/$40/$80 (After deductible)
High Deductible Plan (HD) * This plan is only optional if the employee is not eligible for the HSA, Single Plan: $750 Deductible, 2 People/Family: $1,500 Deductible, No Employee Premium Contributions Per Pay
Prescription Drugs: $10/$40/$80
Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employment
Lincoln Financial 457b
In lieu of employer HSA contribution you may be eligible for an employer contribution of 3% into the Lincoln Financial 457b plan
Dental Insurance
15% employee premium contribution
Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employment
Vision Insurance
15% employee premium contribution
Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employment
Benefit Option
In lieu of medical coverage you may be eligible to receive a biweekly benefit option payment. Single: $104.16 or 2Person/Family: $187.50
Retirement
Defined Contribution (DC) Plan through MERS of Michigan with 3% employer and 4.5% employee contribution. There is a 6 year graduated vesting for the employer contribution.
Retiree Insurance
Healthcare Savings Account (HCSP) through MERS of Michigan, employer 3% contribution. Vesting requirement of 6 years.
Life Insurance and AD & D
Equal to employee annual salary to next highest $1,000. Max $200,000
Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employment
Long Term Disability
No cost to the employee, employer paid at 66 2/3% of salary after 6 month waiting period
Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employment
Sick Leave
10 days per year, accumulated .385 days. per pay period
Accrual begins on first day of employment and is available to use on the 90th day of employment.
Annual Leave
13 days, accumulated .500 days per pay period. Increasing to maximum of 24 days with 20 years of eligible County service, see Personnel Rules for accumulation chart.
Accrual begins on first day of employment and is available for use upon hire.
Sick/Annual Leave Cash Payout
Employee may elect up to 80 hours of accumulated vacation and/or sick time to be paid as cash. Future accruals only.
Personal Days
2 days per fiscal year, unused days will be forfeited
Available upon completion of six months of continuous eligible County service
Holidays
13 days
COLA/Longevity
COLA only for employees with 0-4 years of eligible service payment based on the CPI and must be in pay status as of 12/1. Payment of $600 at 5 years of continuous service as of 12/1. Each subsequent year of service will add $100 to the payment for an unlimited maximum.
Voluntary Benefits
(100% employee paid)
Short term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, voluntary life insurance for self/spouse/dependents, 457 Investment options (available immediately upon hire), Section 125 (available for Health and Childcare reimbursement)
Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employment
Student Loan Forgiveness
You may be eligible for student loan forgiveness through federal programs designed for people who work in public service including Local government (Public Student Loan Forgiveness, Temporary Expanded PSLF).
Employer Muskegon County
Address 1903 Marquette Avenue
Muskegon, Michigan, 49442