Nutrition Education Coordinator

HEALTH EDUCATOR 3 SV (004992)

UCPath Position ID: 40069347

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

1100715

Approved Date:

3/16/2026 10:48:15 AM

Date Last Edited:

3/16/2026 10:48:10 AM

Last Action Effective Date:

1/1/2024

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

5000O

Organization:

ADMINISTRATIVE VICE CHANCELLOR

Division Code:

5901D

Division:

ADMINISTRATION

Department:

313000 - HOUSING CENTRAL SERVICES

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

40069347

Position Description ID

165501

UC Payroll Title:

HEALTH EDUCATOR 3 SV (004992)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

SV: STDT SVS & ADV PROF (SSAP)

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40046231

Reports to Payroll Title:

FOOD SVC MGR 2

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40047618

Department Head Payroll Title:

FOOD SVC MGR 3

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Associate Director of Dining Services, the Nutrition Education Coordinator oversees all nutrition and wellness programs for Housing & Hospitality (H&H). The coordinator leads the planning, development, implementation, evaluation, and management of evidence-based nutrition and wellness initiatives. The position develops and delivers education programs and services that support the nutritional needs of the Housing & Hospitality community and aligns with dining operations. It also coordinates wellness outreach events for students and team members within H&H.  In partnership with senior dining leadership, the coordinator works with students, parents, and dining management to address individual nutrition needs related to medical conditions or food allergies. The role supports dining operations, student success, and employee wellness by providing nutrition education, consulting on menus, managing recipes and nutrition data, conducting training, leading outreach efforts, and ensuring compliance with nutrition and allergen standards. The coordinator also maintains and updates nutritional information for the Housing-Dining residential restaurants using the Jamix Food Management System.

At UCLA Housing & Hospitality (H&H), you become part of UCLA's tradition of excellence by providing quality housing, dining, and hospitality services to student-residents, faculty, staff, and campus visitors. We believe there's more to a job than simply being employed. In addition to competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits and retirement plans, H&H team members enjoy significant opportunities for professional and personal growth in a supportive work environment. No matter what your role, you will join more than 2,600+ H&H team members who understand that our motto Hospitality First! means that a warm, gracious attitude makes a difference in the lives of the people we serve.

Student Nutrition Education & Outreach

Ensure knowledge of current nutrition-related laws and guidelines is kept up to date to maintain compliance, and consult with legal and campus departments when necessary.

Develop and implement nutrition education programs for student residents using evidence-based health promotion guidelines.

Respond to requests for nutrition information and provide individual consultations with students and parents regarding dietary needs, including medical nutrition restrictions and food allergies.

Serve on campus-wide nutrition and health committees, including the Eat-Well Task Force.

Inspect Gluten Free Rooms for quality insurance.

Collaborate with campus partners such as the UCLA Center for Accessible Education and the UCLA Healthy Campus Initiative to support student well-being.

40%

Training & Nutrition Program Management and Menu Development

Serve as the department’s nutrition and health subject matter expert, advising on evidence-based menu and program changes and collaborating with chefs to expand healthier options.

Recommend and demonstrate recipe modification techniques that improve nutritional value while maintaining taste and quality.

Conduct nutrition and health trainings for Housing-Dining staff using varied teaching methods. Work with chefs to support students with specific dietary or medical needs and reinforce the importance of recipe adherence for those with restrictions.

30%

Nutrition Data and Digital Systems Management

Manage and maintain nutrition data in JAMIX by entering, updating, and verifying nutritive values for recipes, menu items, and stock cards. Oversee digital nutrition content, updating website pages for Gluten-Green items and the Nutrition Program in coordination with R&D and Marketing teams.

Ensure nutrition information is accurate and consistent across all platforms, including websites and menu boards, highlight key nutrients for public display, and create daily nutrition tips for web and point-of-service use.

Review and validate ingredient allergen declarations, assign and verify dietary attributes such as vegetarian, vegan, allergen-free, and carbon emissions factors, and ensure all products meet labeling regulations and organizational nutrition standards.

20%

Employee Wellness Programs

Serve as Chair of the Housing & Hospitality Employee Wellness Committee, driving initiatives to enhance health and well-being across Housing & Hospitality. Plan, coordinate, and evaluate the annual Employee Wellness Fair, managing vendor engagement, event logistics, staffing, and post-event analysis.

Oversee the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) for H&H, including program planning and promotion, scheduling and facilitating sessions, recruiting and coordinating trainer certifications, collaborating with UCLA HCI and campus partners, and tracking data for CDC reporting. Additionally, design and deliver large-scale wellness and nutrition trainings for groups of up to 400 participants.

10%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

Required

Master's Degree

Nutrition, Public Health or related field

Preferred

2-4 years

experience teaching nutrition, health, wellness courses, and body image education and program planning, and demonstrated working knowledge of the educational, research, and public service environment.

Required

Experience teaching adult learners in higher education

Preferred

Bilingual in Spanish

Preferred

Current, and continued maintenance of, Registered Dietitian certification

Annual

Required

Thorough knowledge of the health promotion and education field.

Required

Strong communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with students, staff, and faculty.

Required

Experience in counseling students individually or in groups on diet, wellness, or lifestyle behavior change.

Required

Understanding regulatory and compliance issues for campus dining services and health programs.

Required

Knowledge and skills of recipe modification techniques and the ability to train dining team members on use.

Required

Knowledge of current and emerging methods of health promotion, education, behavior change and assessment.

Required

Familiarity with diversity and inclusion in nutrition practice, especially relevant for culturally sensitive dietary programs.

Preferred

Running or coordinating campus wellness programs, food services, or health campaigns.

Preferred

Experience teaching nutrition, health, or wellness courses.

Preferred

Ability to develop workshops for student and staff audiences.

Preferred

Experience in nutrition research, data collection, and analysis.

Preferred

Ability to work effectively as a team with chefs, restaurant managers, and dining team members.

Preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Housing-Dining

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.