Dietitian, Major League

Our Vision

To become baseball’s highest performing organization — defined by our relentless pursuit of excellence, strengthened by our connection, and fueled by our positive energy.

Our Core Values

• Joy. We want to be around people that like to have fun. We remain optimistic through the ups and downs, we enjoy the process, and we share in something bigger than ourselves.
• Humility. We don’t have all the answers. We lead with curiosity, listen generously, and seek growth from every experience — especially the tough ones. We have gotten over ourselves.
• Integrity. We do the right thing, even when it’s hard. We act with honesty, accountability, and respect for our teammates and ourselves. We treat the custodian like the king.
• Competitiveness. We embrace challenges and thrive in high-stakes environments. We prepare relentlessly. We are energized by the idea of keeping score.
  
  
  

Position Summary

The Major League Nutritionist will serve as the architect of the Nationals’ nutritional strategy at the Major League level. This individual will ensure that all players and staff have access to world-class nutrition resources that optimize performance, recovery, and health. The role includes developing individualized nutrition plans, coordinating daily fueling and hydration logistics, and aligning nutrition objectives with the goals of other departments, including Coaching, Strength & Conditioning, Player Development, and Medical.

The position will travel approximately 50% of the time with the Major League team and maintain consistent communication with internal staff, visiting clubhouses, vendors, and food service providers to ensure consistent, high-quality nutritional offerings at home and on the road.

The Nationals are a military-friendly organization actively recruiting veterans and spouses.

Primary Responsibilities

Alongside key stakeholders, lead the development of a world-class nutrition infrastructure, including:

• Design and oversee individualized, evidence-based nutrition and hydration plans and testing protocols for all Major League players based on performance goals, body composition, and health needs.
• Coordinate day-to-day fueling operations for players and staff, including meals, snacks, and supplements at home and on the road.
• Work directly with the Major League strength & conditioning, coaching, and medical staffs to ensure nutrition plans align with physical, performance, and recovery objectives.
• Serve as the primary liaison to food vendors, visiting clubhouses, and hotel staff to ensure the Nationals’ standards for quality and nutrition are consistently met.
• Develop education programs for players and staff to reinforce the role of nutrition in performance, health, and recovery.
• Monitor player adherence to nutrition plans and collaborate with staff to evaluate outcomes and adjust strategies as needed.
• Manage inventory and budget for nutritional supplies, ensuring efficient use of resources while maintaining elite standards.
• Collaborate with Minor League Nutrition and Performance staff to ensure consistency in nutrition philosophy and transition plans for developing players.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, Dietetics, Exercise Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential required; CSSD certification preferred.
• Servsafe certification and ISAK certification preferred or interest in obtaining
• Minimum 3 years of experience in elite athletics, preferably MLB or professional sport setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish preferred.
• Proven ability to manage travel schedules, vendor relationships, and operational logistics.
• Deep understanding of performance nutrition, recovery strategies, and the demands of a professional baseball season.
  
  
  

Personal Qualities

• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Strong communicator capable of earning trust and buy-in from players and staff.
• Flexible and proactive problem solver, able to adapt quickly to the demands of the season.
• Passionate about helping athletes reach their peak potential through science-based nutritional support.
  
  
  

Compensation

The projected annual salary range for this contracted position is $105,000 to $125,000 per year. Actual pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to the applicant’s: qualifications, skills, expertise, education/training, certifications, and other organization requirements. Starting salaries for new employees are frequently not at the top of the applicable salary range.

Benefits

The Nationals offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that presently includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) and pension plan
• Access to complimentary tickets to Nationals home games
• Employee discounts
• Free onsite fitness center
  
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Nationals are dedicated to offering equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

We are committed to finding the best candidates possible and understand that backgrounds and experiences may vary. We encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every one of our stated qualifications, as we recognize that candidates may have skills and/or experiences not explicitly listed in this job description that would add significant value to our organization.