Assistant Performance Dietician

Employment Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Vacancy ID: NF0010161

Salary Range: Dependent on Experience and Qualifications

Position Summary/Description:

The Assistant Performance Dietician reports directly to the Director of Sports Nutrition. This position includes the clinical, food service and education/outreach services provided to optimize the health and performance of UNC student-athletes. Primary responsibilities include individual nutrition counseling, team education, menu development, serving as a food and nutrition resource for coaches, athletic trainers, and sports performance staff for football and possibly some other assigned teams. The position requires strong clinical skills in the areas of diabetes, hypertension, lipid management, eating disorders, weight management, and other MNT (Medical Nutrition Therapy) diagnoses as well as a sound knowledge of performance enhancement principles and strategies based on the most up to date research.

The Assistant Performance Dietitian provides scientifically-based counseling to student-athletes in order to optimize health and performance. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to performing individual consults, conducting team talks, providing visual and verbal education, screening supplements, conducting and analyzing DEXA scans, and developing menus for football under the supervision of the Director of Performance Nutrition. The position coordinates student-athlete care with athletic training, strength and conditioning, sports science, performance innovation, sports psychology and counseling, and coaching staff.

Education and Experience:

• At least 2 years of experience managing nutrition care for athletes.

• Prior experience working with professional or collegiate athletes.

• Knowledge of FERPA and HIPAA compliance requirements.

• Knowledge of rules and regulations of athletic governing bodies [e.g., National Collegiate Athletic Association ( NCAA ), U.S. Anti-Doping Agency ( USADA ), and World Anti-Doping Agency ( WADA )] regarding banned drugs and restricted substances.

• Demonstrated effective communication one-to-one, in small groups, and in public speaking contexts.

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Canva, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with culturally diverse students and staff.

• Certification as a CSSD (Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics) or willingness to obtain certification is highly desirable.

• Ability to work a non-traditional work week.

Essential Skills:

Registered dietitian (with active registration through Commission in Dietetic Registration) and ability to obtain North Carolina State RD Licensure within 3 months of date of hire.

AA/EEO Statement:

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.