Summary The Oklahoma City VA Medical Center is looking to fill the vacancy for Dietitian (Informatics) The Informatics Dietitian is the subject matter expert responsible for Nutrition and Food Services (NFS) computer systems. This position manages VHA supported software programs and/or Commercial off the Shelf Systems (COTS) that focus in NFS. Responsibilities Duties: GS-7 (Developmental) Develops skills in food service technology for meal production, meal service, and temperature control, working toward coordination and implementation of technology into the operation. Gains skills in the operation of VHA supported software programs and/or commercial off-the-shelf software (COTS) to support the effective management of food operations and patient meal services. Creates and revises menus, considering VA established guidelines, policy, patient preferences, and religious and cultural considerations. Completes nutrient analyses and ensures menus follow required diet guidelines. Participates in a menu committee. Standardizes recipes used for food production. Estimates food costs for recipes within the confines of budgetary limitations. Reviews educational materials and references for compliance with policy and procedures for the Nutrition Communication Center (NCC). Assists in the review of NCC productivity reports and supports downtime procedures. Facilitates and supports staff training within NFS for the electronic health record, COTS programs, temperature control, menu, NCC functions, and other informatics needs. Gains knowledge of technical and technological developments in nutrition informatics and dietetics for planning. Assists in the role of the department Automated Data Processing Application Coordinator (ADPAC). Reviews and updates the department SharePoint site. Collaborates with the clinical nutrition section to enhance the Veterans dining experience and support patient satisfaction. Performs other duties as assigned. GS-9 Makes recommendations for and assists in improving processes within the service. Assists with managing VHA supported software programs and/or COTS to support food operations and patient meal services. Utilizes technology for meal production, service, and temperature control. Creates and revises menus, considering VA guidelines, policy, patient preferences, and cultural considerations. Completes nutrient analyses and ensures menus follow diet guidelines. Assists in leading a menu committee. Standardizes recipes used for food production and estimates food costs within budget. Develops and maintains educational materials and references ensuring policy compliance. Reviews NCC productivity reports and supports downtime procedures. Uses knowledge of developments in nutrition informatics and dietetics for planning. Facilitates training related to computer systems, menus, and informatics. Serves as the department Automated Data Processing Application Coordinator (ADPAC) between administration, food services, clinical staff, and the Office of Information Technology (Ol&T). Reviews and updates the NFS SharePoint site. Collaborates with the clinical nutrition section to improve the Veterans dining experience and support patient satisfaction. Acts as a liaison between food service and clinical units. Performs other duties as assigned. GS-11 (Full Performance) Uses technology to enhance the work of all employees within NFS. Manages VHA supported software programs and/or COTS for food operations and patient meal services. Enters and maintains ingredients, recipes, nutritional information, and menus. Oversees technology used for meal production, service, and temperature control. Leads a menu committee and ensures recipes are standardized. Costs out recipes and ensures they are within budget. Creates and revises menus considering VA guidelines, policy, patient preferences, and cultural considerations. Completes nutrient analyses of regular and modified menus, ensuring adherence to diet guidelines. Develops and maintains training and reference materials for the NCC. Manages NCC productivity reports and completes audits with corrective actions as needed. Coordinates and supports downtime procedures for the NCC. Coordinates training related to computer systems, menus, and informatics. Collaborates with clinical nutrition and leadership to enhance the Veterans dining experience. Supports patient satisfaction efforts. Acts as a department Automated Data Processing Application Coordinator (ADPAC) between administration, food services, clinical staff, and Ol&T. Manages and updates the SharePoint site. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Full-time, Mon-Fri; 8am to 4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 99528S, 99527S, 99526S Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use 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). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 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 Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. 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. English Language Proficiency. Dietitian candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f). Registration. 3 (1) All applicants must hold the RDN credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) the credentialing agency of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Note: Applicants who hold the RDN credential have met the education requirement (e.g. bachelor's degree or higher) of CDR, as such this occupation is considered professional and scientific with a positive education requirement and the procedures in Part I, Chapter 4 of this Handbook will be followed when applying Veteran's preference. Foreign Education. To be creditable, college and/or university degrees earned outside the U.S and its territories must be evaluated by ACEND® and meet ACEND®'s International Dietitian Education standards which are designed to provide graduates with the knowledge and competencies to sit for the CDR credentialing exam. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations: Dietitian (Informatics) GS-07 Experience or Education. None beyond the basic requirements. Dietitian (Informatics), GS-09 Experience. At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower 9 grade level. OR Education. Master's degree from a regionally accredited university or college. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. In addition to the experience or education above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Knowledge of nutritional standards and requirements. Ability to manage computer software programs relative to food service systems. Ability to develop training and reference materials. Ability to evaluate data to improve outcomes. Ability to provide training related to food service systems technology. Ability to collaborate with stakeholders. Dietitian (Informatics) GS-11 Experience. One year of experience as an RDN Dietitian equivalent to the next lower grade level. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Skill in managing computer software programs relative to food service systems. Skill in applying nutritional knowledge to develop menus ensuring nutritional standards are met. Skill in developing training and reference materials. Skill in evaluating data to improve outcomes. Skill in providing training related to food service systems technology. Skill in collaborating with stakeholders. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-9 to GS-11. Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019, Employee Occupational Health Service for requirements. Education Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. Additional Information 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. 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