Director of Sports Nutrition - Football

Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number

PG194361EP

Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

Director of Sports Nutrition - Football

Anticipated Hiring Range

Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number

PG194361EP

Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

Director of Sports Nutrition - Football

Anticipated Hiring Range

Commensurate with experience

Work Schedule

M-F 8am-5pm with nights, weekends and overtime as needed

Job Location

Raleigh, NC

Department

Athletics

About the Department

The mission of the NC State University Department of Athletics is to strengthen the pack through the development of Think and Do student-athletes.

Our Core Values are:

• Trust
• Accountability
• Passion
• Empathy

The Sports Medicine Department looks to achieve that mission through its own mission to provide high-quality and comprehensive healthcare to every student-athlete in The Pack. We are committed to prioritizing the physical and mental well-being of all student-athletes as they navigate both athletic and individual endeavors. Through a collaborative and integrative approach, we work to enrich the student-athlete experience by fostering a safe environment, maximizing athletic performance, and optimizing overall well-being.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review ourEmployee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuitionand Academic Assistance
• And so much more!
  
  

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcarebenefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties

The Director of Football Sports Nutrition will work in collaboration with the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Nutrition in the planning, implementation management and evaluation of the NC State Football Sports Nutrition Program. 

Primary responsibilities of the Director of Football Sports Nutrition include:

CLINICAL SPORTS NUTRITION

• Apply the nutrition care process to provide individualized, culturally appropriate, evidence based Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT), education and nutrition counseling for student athletes
• Engage in preparticipation physical examinations and develop screening tools to identify student-athletes at risk for nutrition-related medical and mental health diagnoses, such as the athlete triad and energy deficiency, eating disorders, irritable bowel syndrome, and other functional gut disorders, metabolic disorders and chronic disease
• Apply evidence-based sports nutrition guidelines and MNT protocols for nutrition-related diagnoses in collaboration with the athletic medicine team

NUTRITION EDUCATION

• Conduct sports nutrition educational sessions for teams, coaches, sports medicine and sports performance staff and the broader athletics/university community when feasible
• Instruct in the practical application of nutrition education via grocery store tours and cooking demonstrations
• Develop/lead the development of culturally appropriate nutrition education materials, web content and social media programs as tools
• Supply culturally appropriate nutrition education high-quality training table meals, pre-workout and post-workout fueling, competition fueling and education directly from the plate during individual meals or while serving in and advisory role

FOOD SERVICE MANAGEMENT

• Collaborate with dining services professionals on the planning, selection and delivery of meals
• Establish the food supply chain and select quality vendors in partnership with dining services
• Set guidelines for menu planning and establish menu cycles to be implemented by the dining services department
• Ensure that student-athletes with food allergies, religious preferences and clinical diagnoses that require prescription diets have access to appropriately modified meals
• Set standards for and advise athletics operations staff on negotiating with food-service providers for meal price and quality, particularly with respect to off-site meals
• Negotiate cost-effective purchasing of NCAA-compliant products and supplements
• Provide food safety education for athletes and staff, especially as it pertains to the storage and composition of food and meals away from dining facilities

APPLIED PERFORMANCE NUTRITION

• Offering team and individual nutrition education and counseling to enhance performance, health and wellness
• Determining and developing applied performance nutrition strategies for individual athlete and team training cycles to enhance overall performance and wellness
• Directing or conducting sweat and hydration testing, monitoring and education

SPORTS NUTRITION ORGANIZATION AND STAFFING

• Participate in program-wide strategic planning
• Collaborate on program and department initiatives
• Serve on administrative committees and act as a liaison for campus collaboration
• Recruit, hire and mentor RDNs and train individuals for positions
• Assign and delegate program responsibilities effectively
• Serve as an expert in nutrition science
• Organize billing and invoice procedures
• Monitor Football Sports Nutrition spending
• Supervise the provision of clinical nutrition services, access to and documentation of care
• Adhere to all federal and state regulations related to the practice of dietetics and food service
• Interact with fundraising and sponsorship personnel to support nutrition initiatives
• Support a culture of supplement safety across the interdisciplinary departments and sports programs
• Assess product selection and use for compliance with NCAA rules and regulations
• Evaluate meal and snack provision for compliance with NCAA rules and regulations

Other Responsibilities

• Additional duties as assigned by Assistant AD for Sports Nutrition

Qualifications

| Minimum Education and Experience |
- Bachelor’s degree in nutrition or related field required. - 3+ years experience working in the collegiate or professional sports setting.

| | Other Required Qualifications |
- Expert practitioner of sports nutrition and dietetics - Strong interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written. - Excellent multi-tasking and prioritization skills.

| | Preferred Qualifications |
- Master’s degree in nutrition, exercise physiology or a related field (The entry-level RDN educational requirements changed from a baccalaureate degree to a minimum graduate degree in 2024).

| | Required License(s) or Certification(s) |
- RDN credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration - Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) credential in the state of North Carolina or LDN eligible - Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) through the Commission on Dietetic Registration or CSSD eligible

| | Valid NC Driver's License required | No | | Commercial Driver's License required | No |

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

| Job Open Date | 11/25/2025 | | Anticipated Close Date | Open until filled | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
Please be prepared to attach resume, cover letter and a separate document containing contact information for at least three (3) professional references. |

Position Details

| Position Number | 00102691 | | Position Type | EPS/SAAO | | Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) | 1.0 | | Appointment | 12 Month Recurring | | Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather | Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather | | Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events | Non Mandatory - Emergency Event | | Department ID | 106001 - Athletics - Student Welfare & Development | | EEO |
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you learn of this opportunity?

   • NCSU Website
   • Job Alert (automated email from our system)
   • NCSU Executive Search Services
   • Monster.com
   • CareerBuilder.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • Other Online Job Board
   • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
   • Job / Career Fair
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Professional Journal
   • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
   • Professional Organization
   • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
   • NCSU Employee Referral
   • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
   • Other

2. (Open Ended Question)

3. * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in nutrition or related field?

   • Yes
   • No

4. * Do you have RDN credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration?

   • yes
   • no

5. * Are you Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) credentialed in the state of North Carolina or LDN eligible?

   • yes
   • no

6. * Are you a Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) through the Commission on Dietetic Registration or CSSD eligible?

   • yes
   • no

7. * Please briefly describe your relevant experience with sports nutrition and dietetics?

(Open Ended Question)

1. * The NCAA requires disclosure of certain relationships between potential employees and student athletes and their families as well as recruits and their families. Please check if you are any of the following:

   • A parent/legal guardian of a football or basketball (men’s or women’s) recruit or current NC State student-athlete.
   • A relative of a football or basketball (men’s or women’s) recruit or current NC State student-athlete.
   • A high school/ college coach who works with football or basketball (men’s or women’s).
   • A strength coach or personal trainer who works with a football or basketball (men’s or women’s) recruit or current NC State student-athlete.
   • None of the above.

2. (Open Ended Question)

Application Materials Required

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Contact Information for References

Optional Documents

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