Nutritional Performance Specialist

SCT; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

SCT seeks an experienced Nutritional Performance Specialist to support an Army National Guard Holistic Health and Fitness program. You will develop nutrition policies, create evidence-based resources, and counsel Soldiers for performance and body composition goals.

The role requires a Master’s degree in nutrition and an RD credential, with the ability to work on-site in Frankfort, KY and occasional travel for training and events.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a closely related field from an accredited program.
• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant postgraduate experience as a Registered Dietitian (RD), with a demonstrated focus on performance nutrition for athletes, tactical populations, or military units.
• Current, unrestricted state license/certification as a Dietitian or Nutritionist.
• Credentialing by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Maintain all required professional credentials, licenses, and certifications throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of command-specific Performance Nutrition Program (PNP) policies and educational curricula.
• Develop educational resources, including fact sheets, fueling strategies for field training, meal planning guides, and Go For Green materials.
• Provide Soldiers and leaders with nutrition strategies to use during weekend unit assemblies and sustain during the “Other 28 Days” between unit assemblies.
• Conduct individual and group performance nutrition counseling.
• Provide nutrition education and support to Soldiers enrolled in the Army Body Composition Program, focusing on sustainable lifestyle changes for healthy weight management and improved body composition.
• Coordinate with H2F Performance Team specialists to integrate nutrition strategies that support physical performance, injury recovery, cognitive function, and sleep optimization.
• Coach and mentor unit H2F-Integrators through advanced training and ongoing support for foundational performance nutrition education; document mentorship to at least 80 percent of designated H2F Integration Teams each quarter.
• Maintain expert knowledge of applicable Army H2F standards, doctrine, and regulations, including FM 7-22, the Army Fitness Test, AR 600-9, and AR 350-1.
• Maintain professional communication with unit leadership, Government representatives, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Performance nutrition

Curriculum development

Education

Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field

Registered Dietitian (RD) certification

Job description

SCT is a firm that partners and collaborates with our clients to deliver results and navigate complex challenges. We bring specialized expertise in strategic planning, organizational effectiveness, data analytics, talent management, human capital management, and PMO services. Our core values, that we apply to everything we do, are Integrity, Superior Value, Excellence, Teamwork, Empowerment and Continuous Learning.

We value highly and therefore cultivate a collaborative working culture that emphasizes each employee's strengths and interests in building our team and delivering for clients.

Description

SCT seeks an experienced Nutritional Performance Specialist (NPS) to support a proposal for Army National Guard Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) Performance Team services. The NPS supports Soldier readiness by developing and delivering nutrition support services that enhance physical and cognitive performance, recovery, and overall readiness. The NPS works directly with Soldiers, unit leaders, and other H2F Performance Team specialists to provide evidence-based guidance on fueling, hydration, body composition, nutrient timing, and healthy eating practices. This position also coaches and mentors unit H2F-Integrators to strengthen the unit’s organic ability to sustain performance nutrition education during military training and between drill periods.

Duties

• Lead the development, adaptation, and implementation of command-specific Performance Nutrition Program (PNP) policies and educational curricula.
• Develop and provide practical, evidence-based nutrition resources, including fact sheets, fueling strategies for field training, meal planning guides, and Go For Green® materials.
• Provide Soldiers and leaders with nutrition strategies to use during weekend unit assemblies and sustain during the “Other 28 Days” between unit assemblies.
• Conduct individual and group performance nutrition counseling.
• Provide nutrition education and support, where appropriate, to Soldiers enrolled in the Army Body Composition Program, focusing on sustainable lifestyle changes for healthy weight management and improved body composition.
• Coordinate with H2F Performance Team specialists to integrate nutrition strategies that support physical performance, injury recovery, cognitive function, and sleep optimization.
• Coach and mentor unit H2F-Integrators through advanced training and ongoing support for foundational performance nutrition education; document mentorship to at least 80 percent of designated H2F Integration Teams each quarter.
• Maintain expert knowledge of applicable Army H2F standards, doctrine, and regulations, including FM 7-22, the Army Fitness Test, AR 600-9, and AR 350-1.
• Maintain professional communication with unit leadership, Government representatives, and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a closely related field from an accredited program.
• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant postgraduate experience as a Registered Dietitian (RD), with a demonstrated focus on performance nutrition for athletes, tactical populations, or military units.

Professional Certifications

• Current, unrestricted state license/certification as a Dietitian or Nutritionist.
• Credentialing by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Maintain all required professional credentials, licenses, and certifications throughout employment.

Operational Requirements

• Possess a valid Class C operator’s permit/driver’s license and the ability to become licensed to operate GSA fleet vehicles and commercial rental vehicles within 180 days of employment.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, to support ARNG weekend unit assemblies, periods of unit annual training, and other scheduled events.

Location: Frankfort, KY - Primarily on-site at the government location, with occasional travel to support unit training events, workshops, and other functions; occasional telework may be authorized, subject to government approval.

Compensation:The anticipated salary range for this full-time position is $72,000 to $80,000 annually. The final salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and contractual requirements, as applicable.

SCT offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage; employer paid basic life and short-term disability insurance; voluntary supplemental insurance options; paid time off and paid holidays; and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching, subject to plan eligibility requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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