Senior Associate Athletic Director, Performance Nutrition

Inside Higher Ed; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Atlanta is seeking an Associate Athletic Director for Performance Nutrition. This role is responsible for designing and implementing nutrition programs for student-athletes, ensuring optimal performance and recovery. Key responsibilities include supervising snacks for teams, negotiating contracts with vendors, and conducting individualized nutrition therapy. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition Sciences, extensive experience, and licensure by the Commission on Dietetic Registration. This position offers full-time employment with opportunities for personal growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight to ten years of job‑related experience.
• Registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration required.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, and mentor employees, interns, and volunteers.
• Provide oversight of planned snacks for specific teams/athletes.
• Negotiate contracts with food service vendors.
• Conduct individual medical nutrition therapy for various conditions.

Skills

Nutrient analysis

Meal planning

Excellent communication

Counseling skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Food and Nutrition Sciences or Dietetics

Master’s Degree in Nutrition or Exercise Physiology

Job description

A higher education institution in Atlanta is seeking an Associate Athletic Director for Performance Nutrition. This role is responsible for designing and implementing nutrition programs for student-athletes, ensuring optimal performance and recovery. Key responsibilities include supervising snacks for teams, negotiating contracts with vendors, and conducting individualized nutrition therapy. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition Sciences, extensive experience, and licensure by the Commission on Dietetic Registration. This position offers full-time employment with opportunities for personal growth.