Assistant Football Nutritionist

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University seeks an Assistant Football Nutritionist - Boca Raton, FL.

This position is responsible for implementation of department, University, NCAA policies and guidelines. Responsible for operations of Nutrition Center and assigned Fueling Stations as well as assisting in individual consultations with football athletes.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Assist the Football Nutritionist in overseeing the daily operations and logistics, as they relate to football nutrition.

• Assist in overseeing meal ordering and menu development.

• Assist in conducting individual consultations with football athletes.

Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence.

For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.fau.edu/jobs. 

Note: Current FAU employees must apply as an internal applicant by logging into their existing Workday employee account.

Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University seeks an Assistant Football Nutritionist - Boca Raton, FL.

This position is responsible for implementation of department, University, NCAA policies and guidelines. Responsible for operations of Nutrition Center and assigned Fueling Stations as well as assisting in individual consultations with football athletes.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Assist the Football Nutritionist in overseeing the daily operations and logistics, as they relate to football nutrition.

• Assist in overseeing meal ordering and menu development.

• Assist in conducting individual consultations with football athletes.

• Screens supplements for safe use due to NCAA guidelines.

• Assist in conducting and analyzing body composition testing via inBody scans.

• Assist in working in collaboration with the Chief of Staff to oversee the budget.

• Work in collaboration with the Chief of Staff to procure vendors and to maintain relationships/communications with the vendors.

• Manage and supervise all aspects of operations of Nutrition Center and assigned Fueling Stations, including managing student-volunteers/interns/work study, product inventory, ordering, receiving, and distribution in conjunction with the Football Nutrition Fellow.

• Maintain effective communication with coaching staff, athletic trainers, strength staff, and other individuals from the Athletic Department on any nutrition-related matter.

• Serve our student-athletes with a positive, welcoming, and committed attitude.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

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• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. 

• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. 

• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. 

• Sick Leave Pool Program. 

• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion). 

• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day 

• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). 

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Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization required.

Knowledge of current nutrition and dietary principles and practices required.

Salary:

$40,000 - $45,000 per year.

College or Department:

UA: Football Operations

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Weekends and evenings as necessary.

Application Deadline:

2026-01-04

Special Instructions to Applicant:

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

Resume

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at accommodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.

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