What are the responsibilities and job description for the Performance Nutrition Dietitian position at Baylor Careers?
What We're Looking For
The Performance Nutrition Dietitian is responsible for assisting in providing support, education, and direction to student athletes with nutrition-based programs to improve athletic performance and foster lifelong healthy behaviors. This position will report to the Assistant Athletic Director of Performance Nutrition and assist with food service operations and competition nutrition needs, student-athlete nutrition interventions, and team education, as well as overseeing performance nutrition for select Olympic teams, including Baylor Men's Basketball.
A bachelor's degree and less than one year of work experience are required. A master’s degree and two years of relevant experience is preferred. Additionally, the candidate selected for the position must be a Registered Dietitian with active registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association and have the ability to obtain Texas licensure. A Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD), or eligibility for certification, is preferred.
The successful candidate will exhibit the following skills, abilities and other characteristics:
- Self starter who works efficiently
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
- Strong organizational and communication skills
A valid US Driver License with a clear driving record of at least two years is required.
Must be able to travel outside of the State of Texas
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.
What You Will Do
- For assigned teams, assist with nutrition counseling and education on topics including but not limited to nutrient timing, hydration, recovery, food allergies, eating disorders/disordered eating, nutrient deficiencies, dietary supplements, body composition, and healing from injury
- Assist with food service management for student-athletes and maintain fueling resources in all assigned facilities
- Assist with competition nutrition, both home and away. Conduct body composition and bone density testing utilizing DXA technology
- Assist in maintaining communication with coaching staff and care teams relative to student-athlete nutrition and performance issues
- Maintain appropriate communications with Health and Wellness staff
- Participate in regular interdisciplinary care team meetings and maintain appropriate documentation through EMR platform
- As assigned, aid in presentation of support to athletes and parents during on-campus recruiting visits for athletic programs
- Maintain working knowledge of and adherence to all NCAA, Big 12 Conference, and institution rules and regulations and to communicate immediately any possible infractions of such rules and regulations to the Athletics Compliance staff
- Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
- Ability to comply with University Policies
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance
What You Can Expect
As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.
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