Assistant Director of Health and Wellness

Washington State University; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring incentive up to $3,000

Job summary

Washington State University is seeking an Assistant Director of Health and Wellness in Student Affairs (Pullman, WA). You will lead the campus dining nutrition program, ensuring menu nutrition accuracy and allergen management, and guide recipe development across dining services.

As the nutrition expert, you will supervise 2–4 dietetic interns, deliver nutrition education, and collaborate with medical and campus teams to support student health and well-being while advancing inclusive dining

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Dietetics/related field required.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist status required.
• 2+ years RD experience; clinical preferred in college health or outpatient settings.
• Grandfathering for Dietitians with Bachelor’s degree if credentialed before 2024.
• Must be RD registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Food Handler’s Permit or ability to obtain within 14 days.
• Valid driver’s license and compliance with driving standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee campus dining nutrition program and menu management.
• Ensure recipe allergen and trait accuracy; audit recipes and ingredients.
• Develop and deliver nutrition training and campus outreach.
• Supervise 2-4 dietetic interns annually and coordinate housing/rotations.
• Provide nutrition counseling to students with meal plans.
• Collaborate with medical providers to support student health and wellness.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Nutrition knowledge

Education

Master's Degree in Dietetics, Foods and Nutrition or Food Service Administration

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) status

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: November 22, 2026

If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s)

311F-YY_CS_NPS - Dietitian 2

Business Title

Assistant Director of Health and Wellness

Employee Type

Classified

The Opportunity

In this role, you will serve as the Assistant Director of Health and Wellness for Student Affairs, overseeing the operation and implementation of the campus dining nutrition program in accordance with established objectives, standards, policies, procedures, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations. As the department’s nutrition expert, you will serve as the subject matter expert for all nutritional and dietary information within the dining menu management system. You will plan, develop, evaluate, and implement programs and services that support the nutritional and dietary needs of students and the broader campus community. As a key member of the Dining leadership team, you will lead assigned strategic initiatives and contribute to both short-term and long-term planning efforts. You will provide leadership and guidance to the Culinary Team on nutrition, menu development, and inclusive dining practices while ensuring dining services positively support student success. Dining Services serves approximately 4,500 to 5,500 students living in residence halls, 10,000 off-campus students, and 4,000 faculty and staff members.

This position: Supports recipe development process and maintenance of the menu management and recipe database from product and ingredient research to final recipe publication. Ensures recipe allergen and trait identification are accurate on recipes, stock cards and ingredients, and oversees audits for accuracy and completeness. Develops and delivers training, as well as campus outreach presentations on nutrition topics. Collaborates on food and software solution procurement decisions for the department. Oversees Dietetic internship program by supervising 2 - 4 dietetic interns annually, coordinating their housing while they are on campus and managing their competencies during their rotations. Serves as a resource for students and on-campus departments requesting collaboration. Provides ongoing training to dining staff, education and evaluation of employee performance regarding nutritional and allergen information. Offers one-on-one nutrition counseling for those students that hold a meal plan and eat at the dining centers. Keeps accurate and confidential information as specified by law and state regulations. Contributes to a positive, productive, and harmonious work environment.

Working under the direction of the Cougar Health Services Medical Director, you will also provide comprehensive nutrition care and education to students within a collegiate health clinic setting. In this capacity, you will collaborate with medical providers, mental health professionals, and other healthcare team members to support the physical and mental well-being of a diverse student population. You will deliver individualized Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT), facilitate group education programs, and partner with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to promote healthy eating habits, assist students in managing chronic health conditions, and support individuals with disordered eating patterns or specialized dietary needs. Through your expertise and collaborative approach, you will play a critical role in advancing student health, wellness, and overall success.

To support WSU's ability to attract talent in a competitive job market, this recruitment has been approved for a hiring incentive payment of up to $3,000.00. More information regarding the hiring incentive payment program can be located on the HRS website: Hiring Incentive – Human Resource Services, Washington State University (wsu.edu)

Additional Information

This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. Overtime eligibility will be determined based on final salary placement.

Monthly Salary: $5,376 to $7,224 | Range 56 Steps A - M | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position.

Benefits

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications

• A Master's Degree with major in Dietetics, Foods and Nutrition or Food Service Administration from an accredited dietetics program.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist status.
• 24 months recent full-time experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.
• Dietitians credentialed prior to January 2024 are allowed to be grandfathered in with a Bachelor's degree.
• Must be registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• 1 years minimum clinical experience, preferably in a college health, outpatient, or adolescent/young adult setting.
• Washington State Certified Dietitian credential (application must be submitted prior to start date).
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Food Handler's Permit within 14 days of employment.
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in nutrition, dietetics, or related field in a higher education setting.
• Experience developing menus.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience with one-on-one nutritional assessment and counseling.
• Experience providing nutritional information for students.
• Possesses a comprehensive knowledge of dining service operations, therapeutic diet supervision, and public relations.
• Ability to organize, track and manage complex processes.
• Strong presentation skills; computer skills, management and leadership skills, problem solving.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, strong networking and ability to interact with a wide variety of professionals including physicians, high level administration, customers, Chefs and food service professionals.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department/College/Area/Campus – dining.wsu.edu

Area/College: Student Affairs Department

Name: Dining Services

Location: Pullman, WA

Background Check

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type: Full time Position Term: 12 Month

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [e-mail].

Notice of Non-Discrimination

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WSU as a Land-Grant University

WSU is Washington's land-grant university with campuses located in Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver. Additionally, research centers are located throughout the state, extension offices are located in every county in Washington, and online degree programs are offered worldwide. WSU employees promote academic excellence and innovative research that serves the state, nation, and world. With a focus on innovation, excellence, and accountability, continual enhancement of research and educational endeavors are at the core of WSU's strategic priorities. See here for additional information about WSU's statewide locations. View the HRS Benefits website for details on competitive benefits available.