Assistant Director - Football Performance Nutrition

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Position Information

| Classification Title | Dietetic/Nutrition Professional | | FLSA | Exempt | | FTE | 1.0 | | Minimum Qualifications |

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field.  Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

| | Preferred Qualifications | | | Position Summary |
The Assistant Director for Football Performance Nutrition will provide comprehensive nutritional services to student-athletes at the University of Georgia. The individual will be responsible for sports nutrition education and counseling to individual student-athletes on the football team in addition to working with University Food Service and outside food vendors, nutritional supplements, and body composition analysis. | | Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
Registered Dietitian and Licensed Dietitian (state of Georgia) credentials.

• Sports-specific nutrition knowledge and experience working with high level athletes in a collegiate setting.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Experience creating computer and online educational tools.
• Knowledge of NCAA and SEC regulations.

Ability to work early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays. Ability to drive. Ability to travel. | | Physical Demands |
Bending, stooping, standing for extended periods of time, lifting approximately 25 lbs, work unconditional hours. Driving as needed to fulfill job duties. | | Is driving a responsibility of this position? | Yes | | Is this a Position of Trust? | Yes | | Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? | No | | Does this position require a P-Card? | No | | Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? | No | | Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? | Yes | | Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) | No | | Credit and P-Card policy |
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. | | Background Investigation Policy |
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. |

Duties/Responsibilities

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Operational & Management Duties:
1. Oversees and conducts the ordering of all meals to include contacting caterers to organize delivery, meal set up, and payment; contacting vendors for weekly ordering for all fueling station & smoothie bar items
2. Create weekly schedule for football volunteers based on staff availability, staffing needs, and practice schedules
3. Execute daily menu updates to football athletes using TeamWorks software
4. Track athlete attendance for meals
5. Help oversee and coordinate student workforce to maintain football lounge, smoothie bar, and locker room in an organized and food safe manner | | Percentage of time | 60 |

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Athlete Nutrition Coverage:
1. Provide nutrition education to football athletes including but not limited to individual counseling, live meal coaching, and team talks
2. Perform and interpret body composition testing using BodPod machine
3. Maintain awareness of athletes dietary needs, body weight goals, food allergies, and supplemental needs
4. Execute hydration testing and help to educate athletes on proper hydration practices.
5. Create meal plans to safely meet athletes nutrition needs | | Percentage of time | 40 |

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

| Contact Details |
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.  | | Recruitment Contact Name | Wendy Gilfedder | | Recruitment Contact Email | wgilfedder@uga.edu | | Recruitment Contact Phone | |

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume/CV

Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter

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