Assistant Director of Football Nutrition

Position Information

Working Title Assistant Director of Football Nutrition

Department Athletics-0850

Requisition Number S_230174

Posting Open Date 02/14/2023

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 02/22/2023

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description Of Work

Assist the Director of Football Nutrition in the oversight of all performance nutrition needs, nutrition program and nutrition operations for football. Collaborate with football dietitians to communicate updates to coaching, sports medicine, counseling, strength and conditioning staff for nutrition concerns and priorities. Assist with coordination with culinary staff and outside catering for competition meals, pre- and post-game meals, along with daily execution of performance meals.

Perform body composition testing and evaluate results into individual action plans for student athletes, discuss results with football dietitians in order to provide optimal care to student athlete. Counsel and educate football student-athletes on performance nutrition, individual meal plans, weight loss/gain, hydration, and medical conditions.

The selected candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion. Must be able to work a non-standard work week which may include nights, weekends, and holidays, and travel if needed with teams.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Nutrition and 2 years work experience with a collegiate or professional sports team. Strong communication, interpersonal and team-oriented skills. Registered Dietitian and CPR Certified.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree preferred. Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics ( CSSD ) or eligible.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No

Physical Required Yes

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

How To Apply

Posted Salary Negotiable based on qualifications and experience

Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Kristin Coggin

402-472-3116

Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if Other Than 8-5)

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

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