Dietitian (Facility Program Coordinator)

Summary

Dietitians in this role serve as Facility Program Coordinators, leading a multidisciplinary team and overseeing a specialty program. They provide leadership, technical guidance, and staff development; manage program policies, goals, priorities, and fiscal needs; support research and quality improvement; and maintain training materials. They may supervise up to two staff and oversee daily activities and performance.

Duties

The duties of the Dietitian (Facility Program Coordinator) GS-0630-12 includes but is not limited to: Manages all aspects of the program to ensure compliance with national policy and direction. Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to set local goals, track progress, and report outcomes at local, VISN, and national levels. Provides direct patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive nutrition therapy within approved clinical privileges. Serves as the program's professional and technical advisor and a consultant within NFS and to other facility staff on health care delivery. Maintains effective working relationships with faculty and key stakeholders at national, state, and local levels. Designs or contributes to studies, including data collection, statistical analysis, interpretation of findings, and communication of results. Prioritizes work, delegates tasks, meets deadlines, solves organizational problems, and implements effective solutions. Oversees program, policy, and procedure development, including training and reference materials. Establishes program goals and administers activities, resources, and outcomes, adjusting priorities as needed. Participates in fiscal management by identifying resource needs, including staffing, supplies, and contracts. Maintains program information through approved social media channels. Identifies continuing education needs of program staff and secures appropriate resources. Performs additional duties appropriate to the grade and assignment. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: PD99400S Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Requirements

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement 10/27/2026 BASIC REQUIREMENTS: 1. United States Citizenship. Be a citizen of the United States (U.S.). Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with 38 U.S.C. § 7407(a). 2. Registration. All applicants must hold the Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDN) credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) the credentialing agency of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. 3.English Language Proficiency. Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f). GRADE DETERMINATION GS-12 1. Experience. At least one year of experience as an RDN equivalent to the next lower grade. 2. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA). In addition to the experience or education above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Skill in delivering patient care using the NCP (e.g., assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring and evaluation). Skill in interpreting research to apply evidence-based nutrition practices to improve patient outcomes. Skill in developing patient-centered goals. Skill in analyzing data for performance improvement studies. Skill in collaborating with stakeholders. Ability to comply with various accrediting, regulatory and agency authorities. Reference: VA Handbook 5005/154, Part II Appendix G20, Dietitian, Qualification Standard dated October 14, 2022. please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: : The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. A pre-placement physical examination is not required. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-12. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-12.

Education

ACEND accredited programs are located on the ACEND website or at ACEND Accredited Programs Directory. How You Will Be Evaluated

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Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act. VA Healthcare System Serving Ohio, Indiana and Michigan (VISN 10) advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.