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Dietitian (Informatics)

Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs

This job in plain English

This is a permanent, full-time Dietitian (Informatics) job at the VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System in Nashville, Tennessee, part of the Veterans Health Administration. The work focuses on planning, running, and improving food service technology and software, and the usual schedule is Monday to Friday during the day. The announcement has one vacancy and may be used to fill more.

Telework eligible1 vacancy

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

Open to U.S. citizens only. Non-citizens may be appointed only if qualified citizens cannot be recruited. Current VA employees and permanent federal employees at VA should apply to announcement CBTG-13104549-27-BC instead.

What you would do

  • Plan, coordinate, and implement food service technology.
  • Ensure continuous evaluation and improvement of food service systems.
  • Manage computer software programs used in food service systems.
  • Develop training and reference materials.
  • Evaluate data to improve outcomes.
  • Provide training on food service systems technology.

Do you qualify for GS-9 to GS-11?

With experience: For GS-9, you need at least 1 year of experience equal to GS-7 level work. For GS-11, you need 1 year of experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) at GS-9 level.

With education: For GS-9 only, a master's degree from a regionally accredited university or college can qualify you instead of experience. Your transcript must be included with your application. The GS-11 level lists experience only.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or Registered Dietitian (RD), registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Long-form resume or curriculum vitae (CV) showing your experience in detail
  • Proof of CDR registration
  • Official transcript if you use a master's degree to qualify
  • DD-214 if you claim veterans' preference
  • SF-15 if you claim 10-point veterans' preference
  • Cover letter, professional certification, or license if they apply to you

How you will be rated: You will be rated on how well you meet the qualifications listed. Your application, resume, and documents will be verified, and errors or missing information may make you ineligible or lower your rating.

Tips for this job:

  • Your resume must be a long-form resume or CV that clearly shows dates, duties, and hours for each job. The 2-page resume limit does not apply to this job.
  • Make sure your CDR registration proof is included, since it is a required document.
  • The complete package must be submitted by 11:59 PM ET on 11/09/2026, and it is your responsibility to make sure all documents are in by then.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This is not a virtual position.

Incentives and relocation: Relocation and recruitment incentives are not authorized, and relocation expenses are not reimbursed.

Conditions of employment:

  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959
  • Must be proficient in written and spoken English
  • Background and security investigation
  • Online onboarding with acceptable ID; driver's licenses must be REAL ID compliant
  • Seasonal influenza vaccination required, or an approved exemption
  • 1-year or 2-year trial period

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$61,722 – $97,087 per year
Pay scale and grade
GS-9 to GS-11 · General Schedule
Location
Nashville, Tennessee
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Openings
1
Security clearance
Not Required
Travel
Not required
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Dietitian And Nutritionist (0630)
Announcement
CBTG-13104556-27-BC

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