Auburn University
Sports Dietitian
Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, us, 36831
Position Details
Position Information
Requisition NumberS3950P
Home Org NameAthletic Sports Nutrition
Division NameDirector Intercollegiate Athletics
Position TitleSports Dietitian
Job Class CodeBB29 A-C
Appointment StatusFull-time
Part-time FTE
Limited TermNo
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
Join Auburn Athletics as a Sports Dietitian and Fuel Success on the Field!
Are you passionate about sports nutrition and ready to help student-athletes reach their peak performance? Auburn Athletics is seeking a dedicated Sports Dietitian to assist with providing individual and group/team nutrition counseling and education to enhance the performance and well-being of Auburn student-athletes.
Why Should YOU Choose Auburn University?Top Employer:
Auburn University was named a "Best in Alabama" employer by Forbes. Our employee longevity speaks for itself, with employees staying an average of 10 years.Competitive Benefits:
Enjoy state benefits including retirement plan vesting after 10 years of service, generous leave accrual, and parental leave opportunities.Tuition Assistance:
Take advantage of Auburn's educational benefits! Employees can take up to 15 hours of classes for free, and dependents receive a 50% tuition waiver.It's a Lifestyle:
The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We're proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you're new to Auburn, we'd love to introduce you. If you're already acquainted with Auburn, we'll keep it simple: it's time to come home!
Join us in fueling the future of Auburn Athletics. Your expertise can make the difference in building champions both on and off the field!
Essential Functions
Assists with assessing dietary practices, body composition, and energy balance (intake and expenditure) of athletes in the context of athletic performance and well-being.Assists with providing counsel to athletes on optimal nutrition for exercise training, competition, recovery from exercise, weight management, hydration, immunity, travel, and supplementation.Assists with performing and analyzing body composition assessments of student-athletes.Assists with providing personalized meal and snack plans to promote achieving short- and long-term goals for athletic performance and good health.Assists with providing medical nutrition therapy, as needed, to help manage or treat medical conditions in collaboration with team physicians and medical personnel.Coordinates nutritional care as a member the of the multidisciplinary sports medicine team.Evaluates nutritional supplements, including herbal supplements, for legality, safety, quality, and efficacy, monitors the use of appropriate supplementation.Assists in the development and adherence of nutrition policies and procedures.Assists with developing and delivering nutrition education presentations, demonstrations, or events on various topics related to nutrition for performance.Recommends appropriate pre-, during, and post-exercise fluids and snacks for individual training, team practice, and competition.Serves as a nutrition resource for coaches, athletic trainers, support staff, food service personnel and parents.Performs other duties as assigned.Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Sports Dietitian I
Master's degree in Nutrition or a related fieldOR
Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or a related fieldSports Dietitian II
Master's degree in Nutrition or a related field plus 2 years of experience in assisting, advising, or administering a college sports nutrition programOR
Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or a related field plus 2 years of experience in assisting, advising, or administering a college sports nutrition programSports Dietitian III
Master's degree in Nutrition or a related field plus 4 years of experience in assisting, advising, or administering a college sports nutrition programOR
Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or a related field plus 4 years of experience in assisting, advising, or administering a college sports nutrition programRegistered Dietitian license is required for all levels.
Only those seeking to become eligible for the registration examination for dietitians for the first time, on or after January 1,2024, are required to have completed the minimum of a graduate degree granted by a USDE accredited institution or foreign equivalent. RDs who have passed the exam prior to the deadline will be eligible to practice with a Bachelor's degree.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Knows fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of particular field of specialization.Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
Registered Dietitian
Desired Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Salary Range$39,500-$85,500
Job CategoryAcademic Advising/Support
Working Hours if Non-TraditionalVaries (May include some nights and weekends)
City position is located in:Auburn
State position is located:AL
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date09/20/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their
website
to learn more.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postingshttps://www.auemployment.com/postings/48798
Position Information
Requisition NumberS3950P
Home Org NameAthletic Sports Nutrition
Division NameDirector Intercollegiate Athletics
Position TitleSports Dietitian
Job Class CodeBB29 A-C
Appointment StatusFull-time
Part-time FTE
Limited TermNo
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
Join Auburn Athletics as a Sports Dietitian and Fuel Success on the Field!
Are you passionate about sports nutrition and ready to help student-athletes reach their peak performance? Auburn Athletics is seeking a dedicated Sports Dietitian to assist with providing individual and group/team nutrition counseling and education to enhance the performance and well-being of Auburn student-athletes.
Why Should YOU Choose Auburn University?Top Employer:
Auburn University was named a "Best in Alabama" employer by Forbes. Our employee longevity speaks for itself, with employees staying an average of 10 years.Competitive Benefits:
Enjoy state benefits including retirement plan vesting after 10 years of service, generous leave accrual, and parental leave opportunities.Tuition Assistance:
Take advantage of Auburn's educational benefits! Employees can take up to 15 hours of classes for free, and dependents receive a 50% tuition waiver.It's a Lifestyle:
The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We're proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you're new to Auburn, we'd love to introduce you. If you're already acquainted with Auburn, we'll keep it simple: it's time to come home!
Join us in fueling the future of Auburn Athletics. Your expertise can make the difference in building champions both on and off the field!
Essential Functions
Assists with assessing dietary practices, body composition, and energy balance (intake and expenditure) of athletes in the context of athletic performance and well-being.Assists with providing counsel to athletes on optimal nutrition for exercise training, competition, recovery from exercise, weight management, hydration, immunity, travel, and supplementation.Assists with performing and analyzing body composition assessments of student-athletes.Assists with providing personalized meal and snack plans to promote achieving short- and long-term goals for athletic performance and good health.Assists with providing medical nutrition therapy, as needed, to help manage or treat medical conditions in collaboration with team physicians and medical personnel.Coordinates nutritional care as a member the of the multidisciplinary sports medicine team.Evaluates nutritional supplements, including herbal supplements, for legality, safety, quality, and efficacy, monitors the use of appropriate supplementation.Assists in the development and adherence of nutrition policies and procedures.Assists with developing and delivering nutrition education presentations, demonstrations, or events on various topics related to nutrition for performance.Recommends appropriate pre-, during, and post-exercise fluids and snacks for individual training, team practice, and competition.Serves as a nutrition resource for coaches, athletic trainers, support staff, food service personnel and parents.Performs other duties as assigned.Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Sports Dietitian I
Master's degree in Nutrition or a related fieldOR
Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or a related fieldSports Dietitian II
Master's degree in Nutrition or a related field plus 2 years of experience in assisting, advising, or administering a college sports nutrition programOR
Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or a related field plus 2 years of experience in assisting, advising, or administering a college sports nutrition programSports Dietitian III
Master's degree in Nutrition or a related field plus 4 years of experience in assisting, advising, or administering a college sports nutrition programOR
Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or a related field plus 4 years of experience in assisting, advising, or administering a college sports nutrition programRegistered Dietitian license is required for all levels.
Only those seeking to become eligible for the registration examination for dietitians for the first time, on or after January 1,2024, are required to have completed the minimum of a graduate degree granted by a USDE accredited institution or foreign equivalent. RDs who have passed the exam prior to the deadline will be eligible to practice with a Bachelor's degree.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Knows fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of particular field of specialization.Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
Registered Dietitian
Desired Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Salary Range$39,500-$85,500
Job CategoryAcademic Advising/Support
Working Hours if Non-TraditionalVaries (May include some nights and weekends)
City position is located in:Auburn
State position is located:AL
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date09/20/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their
website
to learn more.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postingshttps://www.auemployment.com/postings/48798