What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervisory Dietitian (Food Operations) position at Veterans Health Administration?
Basic Requirements : United States Citizenship : Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or Registered Dietitian (RD) - Must be registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) the credentialing branch of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics formerly known as the American Dietetic Association (ADA). All applicants must submit a copy of your RDN or RD certification. Current VHA Dietitians that qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision may not be promoted to a higher grade if they do not meet the current RDN / RD requirements. Grade Determinations : GS-12 Supervisory Dietitian (Food Operations) Experience Requirement : In addition to meeting the basic requirements, to qualify for the GS-12 you must possess at least 1 year of experience as an RDN / RD equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-11) which demonstrates the following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Knowledge of standards to assess staff compliance and implement performance improvements. Skill in establishing goals and objectives in order to coordinate activities, evaluate accomplishments and solve problems. Skill in applying nutritional knowledge to ensure menus meet nutrition standards. Ability to utilize Evidence-Based Nutrition Practice Guidelines in order to develop, implement and coordinate best practices. Ability to serve as a food operations expert, providing technical guidance, direction and staff development. Ability to supervise subordinate staff (i.e., plan, organize, delegate, direct, control and review activities and performance). Ability to analyze data in order to recommend allocation of resources. Preferred Experience : Relevant nutrition healthcare experience. Reference : For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https : / / www.va.gov / ohrm / QualificationStandards / . Physical Requirements : The position requires frequent walking and standing for up to 50% of the tour. Carrying normal amount of written / reference materials is routinely done. Occasionally, duties may require the movement of audio-visual equipment, charts, and arrangement of classroom areas. Some of the work is sedentary, involving research and reports. Use of computer keyboard and mouse is a frequent part of the work and happens intermittently during the day. Moderate lifting (15-44 lbs); light carrying (under 15 lbs); reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, both hands required; walking (up to 4 hours); standing (up to 2 hours); ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; near vision correctable at 13" to 16"; hearing (aid permitted).
