Position Information
Sports Nutrition, Assistant Director
Notre Dame Athletics is committed to building a diverse workforce passionate about maximizing the student-athlete experience. Our pillars of Education; Excellence; Faith; Tradition; and Community guide us in the work we do each day. We are eager to attract, recruit, and retain individuals who positively contribute to a collaborative, inclusive working environment where all may thrive.
Building on the University’s Spirit of Inclusion, we are committed to the work needed to cultivate sustainable progress and change. As a prospective member of Notre Dame Athletics , we encourage you to apply if you embrace, embody, and demonstrate a commitment to the aforementioned values.
The Assistant Director of Sports Nutrition, Olympic, will be responsible for assisting in enhancing athletic performance and overall well-being of the student-athletes. This position will help design and lead nutrition care for all assigned sports. This position will actively engage and collaborate with Strength & Conditioning, Sports Medicine, Sports Psychology, Sports Science, and Coaches. This role will also collaborate with development staff and campus partners including
Position Information
Sports Nutrition, Assistant Director
Apply NowNotre Dame Athletics is committed to building a diverse workforce passionate about maximizing the student-athlete experience. Our pillars of Education; Excellence; Faith; Tradition; and Community guide us in the work we do each day. We are eager to attract, recruit, and retain individuals who positively contribute to a collaborative, inclusive working environment where all may thrive.
Building on the University’s Spirit of Inclusion, we are committed to the work needed to cultivate sustainable progress and change. As a prospective member of Notre Dame Athletics , we encourage you to apply if you embrace, embody, and demonstrate a commitment to the aforementioned values.
The Assistant Director of Sports Nutrition, Olympic, will be responsible for assisting in enhancing athletic performance and overall well-being of the student-athletes. This position will help design and lead nutrition care for all assigned sports. This position will actively engage and collaborate with Strength & Conditioning, Sports Medicine, Sports Psychology, Sports Science, and Coaches. This role will also collaborate with development staff and campus partners including
UHS
and Campus Dining to help maximize the potential of each student-athlete through the development, direction, and implementation of sports nutrition initiatives.
This position will play an integral role in providing practical and evidence-based nutrition, health and wellness assistance to their respective team assignments in concert with the mission and vision of the Notre Dame Sports Nutrition Department. This includes consultations, performance nutrition coaching, travel, preparation of food provisions for sports (travel snacks, smoothies, special treats, etc) and more..
Assist with oversight of fueling stations to include ordering, accepting deliveries, scheduling, transport of inventory, rotation of product, and daily operations.
Consult with Sports Performance, Director of Operations, and dining entities (on and off campus) regarding fueling practices for pre- / post-game, half-time, travel, and other special meals in order to adhere to performance nutrition standards.
Provide group nutrition education through team talks, Teamworks, educational handouts, emails, social media outlets, newsletters, signage, and other creative means.
Conduct body composition tests and analyze results / trends to identify risks and make recommendations to student-athletes on changes that can be made to improve overall health and performance in accordance with policy.
Collaborate with university staff and other disciplines regarding supplement safety, eating disorder/disordered eating, and performance dining.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary staff to provide department education through event programming, presentations, workshops.
Other duties as assigned in alignment with Sports Nutrition Department goals
The ideal candidate will be organized, capable of leading in an effective manner, able to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment, and possess strong interpersonal skills. Additional minimum criteria include:
Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or related field from an accredited college or university is required
1 to 4 years experience working with a sports nutrition department at a Division 1 school or other noteworthy entity
Must be a Registered Dietitian (RD) through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (Or RD-eligible within 6-months)
Must have knowledge of
NCAA
rules and regulations, specifically in regards to supplements, is required
Must have previous experience working with a sports nutrition department at a Division 1 school or other noteworthy entity
Preferred criteria include:
Master’s degree or advanced certification beyond Bachelor’s
Experience with iDXA and body composition testing is preferred
Willingness to work with ED/DE population is preferred
Athlete Nutrition (11047)
Athletics / Strength/Conditioning
EIC 2 Professional
Up to $58,500
Semi-Monthly
S1 - FT Exempt
Athletics
Full-time
Work schedule will include evenings, weekends, and some team travel.
The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and others that will enhance our community. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).
Posting Detail Information
| Job Posting Date (Campus) | 06/06/2024 | | Job Posting Date (Public) | 06/06/2024 | | Job Closing Date | 06/16/2024 | | Posting Type | Open To All Applicants | | Posting Number | S24983 | | Quick Link for Internal Postings | https://jobs.nd.edu/postings/34535 |
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Are you a Registered Dietitian through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics or Registered Dietitian eligible along with desired relevant experience?
* Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment at Notre Dame?
Required Documents 1. Resume Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter
Person | Role |
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Natalie McDonald |
Assistant Director, Sports Nutrition |
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