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Wic Services Associate Trainee

Allegany County


Job Location:

Allegany, NY - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 46279 - 72989
Posted: 18 August 2026 (5 days ago)
Application Deadline: 15 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction
***This merit recruitment is limited to current Allegany County Health Department employees only.***
GRADE
ASTD10
LOCATION OF POSITION
MDH Allegany County Health Department Cumberland MD
Main Purpose of Job
This position will provide entry-level paraprofessional services to Women Infants and Children (WIC) clients. This position includes using the data system (WIC on the Web or WOW) in order to determine eligibility. This position will also include health assessments sharing basic nutrition information assigning food packages and distributing WIC checks to participants.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: None.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The preferred candidate should possess:
  • Knowledge of the WIC program from either personal or professional experience.
  • Personal breastfeeding experience to better serve clients.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
***This merit recruitment is limited to current Allegany County Health Department employees only.***
LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland.
SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your report all related education experience dates and hours of indicate your college degree and major on your application if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S. any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing submitted after this date will not be added.

Incorrect application forms will not be will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates may remain on thecertified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However if you are unable to apply onlinethe paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH Recruitment and Selection Division 201 W. Preston St. Room 114-B Baltimore MD application materials must be received by 5 pm close of business on the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload please fax the requested informationto .Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment please contact theMDH Recruitment and Selection Division at .

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division at or.

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: or MD TTY Relay Service 1-.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruitment retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity.


Required Experience:

Intern


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