DOC Statewide Dietitian
- Illinois Department of Corrections
- Headquarter Location: Public Shared Safety Service Center - 1021 N Grand Ave E, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Job Description
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Corrections is looking for a dynamic, energetic, and detailed oriented person to serve as the Statewide Dietician. This position functions as the dietary and nutrition expert for the Office of Health Services (OHS), identifying nutritional and dietary needs of groups, individuals and the overall population served and will make recommendations of policies and procedures based on the nutritional heath needs of the IDOC population. This position collaborates as an interdisciplinary team within IDOC and other outside entities that serve our population to promote health by developing programs for healthy diets and eating. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
Essential Functions
- Functions as the dietary and nutrition expert for the Office of Health Services (OHS).
- Identifies nutritional and dietary needs of groups, individuals and the overall population served.
- Recommends policies and procedures based on nutritional heath needs of the IDOC population.
- Liaises with IDOC providers and those from outside hospitals and clinics to ensure that open and complete communication about the nutritional and dietary needs prescribed and/or promoted at special clinics, acute care settings and at hospital discharge are transmitted effectively to ensure such dietary needs are met.
- Promotes health by developing programs for healthy diets and eating.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with courses in dietetics.
- Requires licensure as a dietitian nutritionist by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation as set forth in the Dietitian Nutritionist Practice Act [225 ILCS 30].
**This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers at least two (2) years of experience working in dietetics and food services management, including working with nutritional values, costs and accounting.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of experience implementing large-scale food service procedures and practices.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of experience implementing health and sanitary requirements applicable to large-scale food services.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of experience planning modified diets and menus.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of experience working with modern methods, materials and appliances used in large-scale food preparation and service.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of experience teaching basic food and nutrition principles.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of experience directing quantity food preparation and cooking with economy and efficiency.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of experience maintaining food service records and preparing related reports.
- Prefers extensive demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply scientific applications of biologic processes related to food and nutrition.
- Prefers knowledge of National Commission on Correctional Healthcare (NCCHC) standards and nutrition delivery with a correctional system.
- Prefers an analytical thinker and problem solver with ability to self-start projects and critique results.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
- Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
- Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
- Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited.
- Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
- Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Monday - Friday; Sat/Sun off
Headquarter Location: Public Shared Safety Service Center - 1021 N Grand Ave E, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Shawna Burris
Email: Shawna.Burris@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support; Public Safety
This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.
This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
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- systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion. This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency’s success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included. Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression. The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization. Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Benefits
As an IDOC employee, you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes:
Flexible work schedule in some program areas (Flex time and Hybrid options)
Health, Life, Vision and Dental Insurance
12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
Pension Plan - Vesting at 10 years for Tier II
Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
Paid state holidays: 13 - 14 day annually
3 paid Personal Business days annually
12 paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over year to year)
10 - 25 Paid Vacation days annually (10 days beginning at year 1 employment)
Personal, Sick and Vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules (As applicable)
Employee Assistance Program and/or Mental Health resources
For more information about our benefits, please follow this link: Benefits Information
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The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is a statewide agency committed to public safety through the safe and humane incarceration of individuals in custody. With a focus on rehabilitation, accountability, and community reintegration, IDOC operates correctional facilities across Illinois and works to reduce recidivism through evidence-based programs and services.