Summary
This Supervisory Dietitian - Chief, Nutrition and Food Services is a temporary opportunity not to exceed 1 year and could end at any time if the position is filled on a permanent basis. The Supervisory Dietitian serves as Chief, Nutrition and Food Services at the Washington DC VA Medical Center. for a complex department and have administrative and technical Supervision over GS-13 level staff from both clinical nutrition and food operations and nutrition and food administrative staff.
Duties
Supervisory Dietitians serve as Chief of Nutrition and Food Service. Major duties include, but are not limited to: Exercise a full range of supervisory and personnel management authorities with responsibilities in planning, directing, and assessing work of supervisors and subordinate staff. Serves as a technical advisor and subject matter expert in nutrition and food operations. Actively support, promote, and oversee the implementation of Nutrition and Food Service at the facility level. Nutrition and Food Service Chiefs participate in VISN and National level NFS initiatives. Oversees all Human Resource functions for the department. Holds staff accountable for performance and conduct Establish performance standards and evaluate overall performance of employees Defines competency requirements, identifying developmental and training needs and takes necessary actions Develop budget and staffing requirements to manage organizational changes and ensure national directives and goals are met Communicates and advocates with executive leadership for resources Develops the NFS strategic plan establishing service priorities which address the goals and strategic direction of the Medical Center, VISN and National Programs Implements a performance improvement program to continually improve delivery of quality, safe and cost effective food and nutrition care to all patients/residents Develops and updates policies and procedures, establishes, and oversees a system for regulatory compliance Ensures adherence to the National Dietary Supplement and Subsistence Prime Vendor contracts May perform other related duties which are appropriate for this grade and assignment The incumbent is expected to complete work assignments with relative independence and minimal guidance. Assumes responsibility in work assignments in accordance with regulations and independently resolves most conflicts by using considerable judgment and interpretation Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:30am to 4:00pm. Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized Telework: Ad-hoc as determined by the agency policy. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: PD99498S 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 identification 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.
Education
ACEND accredited programs are located on the ACEND website or at ACEND Accredited Programs Directory.
How you will be evaluated
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position. It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment. Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.