Assistant Sports Dietitian - Olympic

Lubbock

Assistant Sports Dietitian - Olympic

42571BR

Sports Nutrition

Position Description

The Assistant Sports Dietitian is responsible for delivering evidence-based nutrition services for assigned teams and individual student-athletes. Working collaboratively with sports medicine staff, strength coaches, coaches and other support staff, the Assistant Sports Dietitian supports health, wellness, and performance through education, medical nutrition therapy, food service and performance nutrition strategies.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral / Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock : Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

About the Department and / or College

Texas Tech Athletics has a commitment to serving and working with diverse populations and demonstrated alignment with the University's strategic priorities and values-based culture.

Major / Essential Functions

• Assist in providing comprehensive nutrition services to assigned team / student-athletes.
• Oversee fueling station operations, including but not limited to managing fueling station inventory, purchasing, systems, and product display / distribution.
• Develop educational handouts, multi-media content, and group education to promote health, wellness, and performance nutrition habits. Plan and execute enrichment activities such as featured products at fueling stations, cooking demos, and grocery store tours.
• Manage fueling station student assistants, including hiring and onboarding, scheduling, supervising, and mentoring. Assist in serving as a preceptor for Texas Tech University Dietetic Internship.
• Assist in providing nutrition support for training and competition fueling, including but not limited to practice fueling / hydration, meal management, and gameday nutrition operations.
• Assist with specific nutrition team meals, including menu development, collaboration with sport staff, and presence / plate coaching as able.
• Perform body composition assessment and analysis for student-athletes and provide 1 : 1 counseling as appropriate.
• Maintain budget tracking and communication with the Assistant Athletics Director of Sports Nutrition, and other administrative tasks as assigned.
• Assist with recruit talks as appropriate for sport and within sports nutrition departmental abilities.
• Maintain open, on-going communication with Assistant Athletics Director of Sports Nutrition, sports nutrition staff, sport coaches, strength staff, sports medicine staff, and team physicians.
• Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Athletics Director of Sports Nutrition.
• Comply with all NCAA, Big 12, and Texas Tech University rules, regulations, and policies.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field. Registered Dietitian (RD / RDN), or RD-eligible within six months of hire. Will be expected to obtain a Texas dietitian license (LD).

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree. One or more years of experience in sports nutrition or a related field.

Ability to work a flexible, non-standard schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Ability to lift, push, or move up to 40 pounds.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional / Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Job Family

Athletics

Job Sub Family

Athletics

Annualized Pay Range

$4000

Hourly Pay Range

$23.08

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

Travel Required

Up to 75%

Shift

Other

Schedule Details

Varies

Grant Funded?

No

Air Force Specialty Code

43DX

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

876

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.