Sports Dietitian, Basketball

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

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Job Description - Sports Dietitian, Basketball (25002560)

Athletics Administration - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - ( 25002560 )

The department of Athletics at the University of Pittsburgh is seeking a qualified Sports Dietitian for men’s and women’s basketball. The Sports Dietitian provides individual and group/team nutrition counseling and education to enhance the performance of student-athletes, on-site and during travel. Primary responsibilities include execution of nutrition services for men’s and women’s basketball such as pre/post-practice fueling, recovery, and hydration, counseling individuals and groups on daily nutrition for performance and health; translating the latest scientific evidence into practical sports nutrition recommendations; tracking and documenting outcomes of nutrition services, serving as a food and nutrition resource for coaches, athletic trainers, and parents; working closely with foodservice and catering staff to develop and execute training table menu, budgeting, nutrition education, nutrition marketing, and related programming; and maintain professional competency and skills required for professional practice. The individual reports directly to the Assistant Athletic Director for Performance Nutrition.

Job Summary

Provide individuals and group/team nutrition counseling and education to enhance the performance of student athletes, on-site and during travel. Primary responsibilities include counseling individuals and groups on daily nutrition for performance and health; translating the latest scientific evidence into practical sports nutrition recommendations; tracking and documenting outcomes of nutrition services, serving as a food and nutrition resource for coaches, athletic trainers, strength coaches, and parents. Providing sports nutrition education for health/wellness, performance, and NCAA anti-doping policies to student-athletes, coaches, and staff; and maintaining professional competency and skills required for professional practice.

Essential Functions

The individual will assess and analyze dietary practice, body composition, and energy expenditure of athletes in the context of athletic performance and health. Counsel athletes on optimal nutrition for exercise training, competition, recovery, hydration, travel, and supplementation. The individual will provide personalized meal and snack plans to promote achieving short- and long-term goals for athletic performance and good health. Provides medical nutrition therapy, as needed to help manage or treat medical conditions and coordinates nutritional care as a member of a multidisciplinary sports medicine team. Supervises, educates, and mentors dietetic interns, student workers, employees, and others as appropriate. Develop and deliver nutrition education presentations, demonstrations, or events on various topics related to nutrition for performance. Plans menus for training table and team travel. Recommends appropriate pre-, during, and post-exercise fluids and snacks for training and competition. Serves as a nutrition resource for coaches, athletic trainers, food service professionals, and parents. Assist in coordinating and managing the quantity and distribution of food production, such as developing training table menus and catering. Coordinates nutrition for domestic and/or international travel during competition for individuals and teams. Develops and delivers nutrition education to food service personnel. Maintains dietetic registration and continuing education requirements. Stays abreast of current food, nutrition, and health issues and research related to sports nutrition.

Physical Effort

Desk work, computer work, phone work, attending meetings, & athletic department events. The position is mostly sedentary; however, individual is required to attend several athletic department games and events and may be required to walk and stand for long periods of time.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required 1

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? No

Required Licensure/Certification Registered Dietitian with active registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; Certification/Licensure as required by state of practice. Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) preferred.

Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification Minimum two years experience required. Completion of a didactic program in dietetics and supervised practice program approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. PA State Licensure required upon hire.

Work Schedule Varies

Work Arrangement On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation Offered Yes

Visa Sponsorship Provided No

Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets