Nutrition Aide

Job Description:

Nutrition Aide

Description

Description

Vacancy is in the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program in the Health and Human Services Department. Under supervision, interviews applicants for the WIC program to determine eligibility. Obtains necessary information to determine clients' initial and continuing eligibility and need for WIC assistance. Provides specified nutrition education and information to WIC participants and interested community persons, as provided in the guidelines. Assists in food demonstrations and in developing audio-visual aids concerning WIC policy, procedures and foods. Assists in data collection and prepares statistics for the monthly report and a variety of forms.

The above essential duties and responsibilities are not intended as a comprehensive list; they are intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends. In addition, incumbent(s) may perform additional related duties as required.

This is a 1716 union position. The hours of work are 40 per week.

This is a grant-funded position renewable on an annual basis. The City of Hartford is not obligated to fund this position upon termination of funding .

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The examination will consist of rating your training and experience as contained on your application and may include a written test, an oral test, a performance test, or a combination thereof. All parts of the examination, including tests and ratings, will be related to the requirements of the position. The examination is designed to measure the following:

Knowledge of:

• Basic nutrition principles.
  
• Techniques of interviewing and methods of establishing clients' financial status and eligibility for the WIC program.
  
• Social and welfare agencies, institutions, clinics, and allied cooperating agencies in the community.
  

Ability to:

• Maintain simple records and perform a variety of routine functions.
  
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, representatives of other agencies, other employees and the general public.
  
• Express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
  

Qualifications

Open to all qualified applicants who meet the following qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalency and one (1) year of work experience involving public contact, preferably with pregnant women or mothers with pre-school aged children.

BILINGUAL PREFERRED .

If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening examination, and a background check. If appointed, you will serve 3-12 months of probation. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules and regulations.

Other Information

• Application must be completed in its entirety, including required documentation. Applications without proper documentation shall result in your disqualification.
• All correspondence and information concerning the application and testing process will occur via email, unless otherwise requested at the time of application.
• Please be sure to check your junk and spam email for all recruitment communication.
• Applications via facsimile or email are not accepted.

EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCES AND LEGAL NOTICES

• Hartford Residency Preferred: Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed City of Hartford Residency Affidavit including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.
• Veteran's Preference Form: Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form , along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.
• American With Disabilities Act: The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
• An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

Closing Date/Time: 2/4/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

Salary:

$36,621.00 - $43,940.00 Annually