About the Position: This position is in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). Employees occupying DCIPS positions are in the Excepted Service and must adhere to U.S. Code, Title 10, as well as Department of Defense Instruction 1400.25. This position is located at the ST-IC-W1E8AA USA INTELLIGENCE CTR OF EXCELLENCE.

Duties

Serves as the Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (RDN), under the direction of the unit Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) Director, supporting the Army's H2F System. Deliver individual, group, and unit nutrition services and education to optimize Soldier performance, overall unit readiness and mission success. Provide nutrition education using evaluation tools to measure impacts in support of the H2F System. Work as a team player with Army leaders, Soldiers, allied health professionals, athletic trainers, cognitive health specialists, and strength and conditioning specialists to implement the H2F program. Utilize accurate and relevant data and information to identify nutrition-related concerns; identify and implement appropriate, purposefully planned interventions designed to influence behavior change. Provide nutritional counseling and programing that impacts successful performance of mentally and physically demanding operations and missions of tactical and strategic importance, as well as nonoperational assignments. Conduct assessment, diagnosis, intervention and monitoring and evaluation of individuals and groups with the goal of improving foundational health. Develop comprehensive performance nutrition programs. Collect outcomes data to assess programming, identify areas for improvement, apply improvements to processes, and monitor outcomes. Incorporate current research/evidence and industry best practices in the development of nutrition services/programs. Provide education and resources in the unit footprint to maximize participation of Soldiers who are currently above their body fat standard IAW the Army Body Composition Program (ABCP). Develop or contribute to design and maintenance of unit policies and operating procedures that reflect evidence-based practice in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Participate in unit quality assurance and performance improvement processes to document outcomes and best practices relative to nutrition programs and resource management. Integrate food and nutrition strategies that enhances foundational health, optimizes performance, and supports rehabilitation and recovery. Train and mentor inter and intra organization staff to standardize nutrition messages in accordance with current research/evidence and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Two year trial/probationary period may be required.
• In accordance with Change 3 to AR 600-85, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Program, individual must successfully pass a urinalysis screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment and periodically thereafter.
• Must be willing to undergo and successfully complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination with No Deception Indicated (NDI) on a pre-appointment and periodic basis.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 10-Point Other Veterans’ Rating30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans5-Point Veterans' PreferenceCurrent Army Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) EmployeeCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Current DoD Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Employee (non-Army)Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Interchange AgreementDisabled Veteran w/ a Service-Connected Disability, More than 10%, Less than 30%Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferPrior Federal Service EmployeePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleUnited States Citizen Applying to a DCIPS Position Army DCIPS positions apply Veteran's Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. 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; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Basic Requirements for Dietician (Holistic Health and Fitness):Degree: A Bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree in the fields of dietetics, food, nutrition, food service management, institution management, or related science. The educational program must have been accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. The curriculum must have been in accordance with the qualifying requirements established by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly American Dietetic Association(ADA) prior to January 1, 2012) in effect at the time of graduation AND completion of a coordinated undergraduate program, internship, or other clinical component approved by for dietitians or nutritionists.; and (2) completion of the clinical requirements prescribed by the school. Registration: a current, active, professional registration as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the specialized experience requirements listed below: Specialized Experience: To qualify, your resume must describe at least one year of specialized experience which demonstrates a practical knowledge of the position being filled as demonstrated by (1) assessing, counseling, and educating the individuals or groups on food and nutrition needs; (2) assessing the nutritional needs and therapeutic diets for individuals or groups; (3) implementing therapeutic modalities aimed at performance optimization; and, (4) coordinating with an interdisciplinary team. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level in the federal service (GG/GS-11). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Influencing/NegotiatingPlanning and EvaluatingTeaching OthersTechnical Competence

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Contacts

• Address ST-IC-W1E8AA USA INTELLIGENCE CTR OF EXCELLENCE DO NOT MAIL Fort Huachuca, AZ 85613 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk