Job Description Summary & Additional Information

Organization Summary Statement:

The University Health Center, supporting the Division of Student Affairs, is recruiting for a Nutrition Associate supporting our Football Program. This position will actively participate as a member of the Maryland Sports Nutrition staff and assist the full time Director of Football Nutrition in the daily management and operations of football nutrition services. Responsibilities include oversight of all fueling stations, nutrition education initiatives, in- season fueling plans, menu development, cooking classes, and related programming. This is an in person position reporting daily to College Park, MD and will travel as needed.

Preferences:

• Assist with overseeing various nutrition related operations within the weight room and training room environments, including fueling station oversight, product inventory, and ordering.

• Help manage nutrition education, counseling, and fueling strategies for the football team, ensuring alignment with performance goals and NCAA guidelines.

• Assist with management of operations of home and away football games.

• Assist with sweat testing athletes to create individualized hydration plans.

• Communicate with various vendors to ensure proper deliveries of catered meals.

• Assist with conducting and analyzing DEXA scans and utilizing data to support performance and body composition goals. 

• Supervise, manage and mentor undergraduate volunteers and interns. 

• Collaborate with Dining Services and Director of football nutrition for the development and execution of daily meals, taste testing demonstrations, cooking classes, and special events.

• Engage in team talks and educational presentations based on team needs and seasonal demands. 

Job Description Summary & Additional Information

Organization Summary Statement:

The University Health Center, supporting the Division of Student Affairs, is recruiting for a Nutrition Associate supporting our Football Program. This position will actively participate as a member of the Maryland Sports Nutrition staff and assist the full time Director of Football Nutrition in the daily management and operations of football nutrition services. Responsibilities include oversight of all fueling stations, nutrition education initiatives, in- season fueling plans, menu development, cooking classes, and related programming. This is an in person position reporting daily to College Park, MD and will travel as needed.

Preferences:

• Assist with overseeing various nutrition related operations within the weight room and training room environments, including fueling station oversight, product inventory, and ordering.

• Help manage nutrition education, counseling, and fueling strategies for the football team, ensuring alignment with performance goals and NCAA guidelines.

• Assist with management of operations of home and away football games.

• Assist with sweat testing athletes to create individualized hydration plans.

• Communicate with various vendors to ensure proper deliveries of catered meals.

• Assist with conducting and analyzing DEXA scans and utilizing data to support performance and body composition goals. 

• Supervise, manage and mentor undergraduate volunteers and interns. 

• Collaborate with Dining Services and Director of football nutrition for the development and execution of daily meals, taste testing demonstrations, cooking classes, and special events.

• Engage in team talks and educational presentations based on team needs and seasonal demands. 

• Administrative responsibilities will be performed in collaboration with The Director of Football Nutrition and may include budget oversight, purchasing card management, documentation, and compliance with departmental policies and procedures.

• Examining, interpreting, and translating current scientific research related to sports nutrition, athletic performance, and dietary supplements into practical applications.

• Additional duties and responsibilities assigned as needed by the Director of Football Nutrition.

• At least 2 years of related experience (specifically with football)

UMD will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future.

Required Application Materials: Cover Letter and Resume

Best Consideration Date: January 20, 2026

Posting Close Date:NA

Open Until Filled:Yes

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: One (1) year of experience offering nutrition counseling or education as a registered dietitian in the field of sports nutrition or athletics.

Other: Registered Dietitian (RD) credential required, or documentation of RD eligibility with completion of credentialing requirements within the current calendar year.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: 

Knowledge and understanding of NCAA and Big 10 bylaws.

Knowledge of sports nutrition and the treatment of eating disorders.

Knowledge of nutrition and nutrition counseling.

Skill in interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills necessary to effectively interact with diverse stakeholders and manage competing priorities.

Skill in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Work, Prezi, Canva and Piktochart to assist in creation of education materials and presentations.

Ability to work early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Ability to be flexible and adjust to schedule changes.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with all members of the performance staff and other athletic department personnel.

Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.

Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to patient service.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Job Risks

Occupational Related Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure, Respiratory Protection

Department

VPSA-UHC-University Health Center

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Contractual (C2) (Fixed Term)

Salary Range

$65,440 - $78,528

Benefits Summary

For more information on Staff Contractual CII benefits, select this link .

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.  Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice

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