50-49-107. Public health nutritionist -- appointment and duties. The director of the department shall appoint a registered dietitian as a public health nutritionist. The appointment of the public health nutritionist may not be required unless funding for the position is available. The public health nutritionist shall:

(1) establish a program of public education and technical assistance for programs that provide food assistance; and

(2) provide technical assistance to the governor's advisory council on aging; and

(3) provide technical assistance to health care and public health agencies.