DP2 Sports Dietitian

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

06/22/2026

Closing date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

1129631

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Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

06/22/2026

Closing date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

1129631

Position Title

DP2 Sports Dietitian

Hiring Range Minimum

Please inquire.

Hiring Range Maximum

Please inquire.

Union Type

Not a Union Position

SEIU Level

Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

Exempt

Employment Category

Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

12

Scheduled Hours per Week

40

Schedule

Location of Position

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility?

Onsite only

Is this a term position?

No

If yes, length of term in months.

NA

Is this a grant funded position?

No

Position Purpose

The Dartmouth Peak Performance (DP2) Sports Dietitian provides comprehensive sports nutrition services to varsity student-athletes and teams, and the wider undergraduate student body through the Teevens Center. This is an Athletics-based position reporting to the Director of Sports Nutrition with a dotted line to the Teevens Center Director and will contribute to advancing two key pillars:

1. Elevating the competitiveness of Dartmouth Athletics
2. “DP2 for All” – extending peak performance principles across campus.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors plus 3-5 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Bachelor of Science in Nutrition or health related field.
• At least three years of nutrition experience in a competitive athletic or tactical environment.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Licensed Dietitian in the state of New Hampshire within 30 days of hire.
• Thorough knowledge of nutritional principles as they relate to athletic performance.
• Knowledge of clinical nutrition and best practices in care for disordered eating.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to adapt to a range of stakeholders and a diverse population.
• Ability to coordinate and manage student workers and volunteers.
• Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a larger nutrition and integrated support team (IST).
• Strong time management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at once.
• Ability to work a non-standard work week which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

● Masters degree in nutrition, exercise science or related field.

● Board certified specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD).

● Previous nutrition experience in an NCAA DI institution.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Mariruth Graham

Department Contact Phone Number

603-646-5666

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Liz Fusco, Director of Sports Nutrition

Department Contact's Phone Number

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

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Key Accountabilities

| Description |
Varsity Athletics – Individual and Team Performance Nutrition

• Provides individual education and counseling for varsity student athletes on optimal nutrition for training, competition, travel, recovery, weight management, hydration, supplementation, and immunity, translating the latest scientific evidence into practical recommendations.
• Develops educational materials, presentations, and learning opportunities for student athletes, performance staff, coaches, and teams on the above topics.
• Works with coaches and operations personnel to identify and meet specific team nutritional needs for training and competition, such as on-site fueling options and sourcing, travel snacks, timing and sourcing of team meals, and menu development.
• Collaborates with the DP2 Director of Sports Nutrition to ensure services reflect best practices and align with departmental and DP2 goals

| | Percentage Of Time | 50% |

| Description |
Dartmouth Peak Performance Integrated Support Team

• Participates as part of the Dartmouth Peak Performance (DP2) interdisciplinary performance team to align efforts to support the holistic health, wellness, and development of student athletes.
• Collaborates with primary care clinicians/counselors, sports medicine, and athletics staff on the identification and proper clinical care for nutrition issues related to medical concerns, such as disordered eating, diabetes, hypertension, lipid disorders, digestive diseases, food allergies, and more.

| | Percentage Of Time | 10% |

| Description |
Collaboration & Operations

• Works with stakeholders across Athletics, the Teevens Center, and Campus & Community Life to align programming and maximize impact.
• Tracks participation and engagement metrics to inform continuous improvement.
• Supports communications (website, social media, print) to highlight programs and outcomes. Tracks and documents nutrition programming, services, and outcomes for continuous improvement and to maximize impact on performance outcomes.
• Demonstrates and maintains detailed knowledge on NCAA, Ivy League, Dartmouth College, and department rules and regulations.

| | Percentage Of Time | 10% |

| Description |
Teevens Center – “DP2 for All” Programming & Student Engagement

• Adapts and delivers group nutrition programming for club sport student athletes and the wider Dartmouth student community
• Develops embedded learning experiences and peer-led initiatives
• Coordinates with campus partners (e.g. Rockefeller Center, Student Life, Wellness Center) for scheduling, logistics, and program integration.
• Designs and conducts pilot programs with built-in assessment measures, using evaluation data to refine and enhance offerings.
• Supports communications and event promotion through digital and print channels.

| | Percentage Of Time | 30% |

| -- | Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all. | | -- | Performs other duties as assigned. |

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. Resume

Optional Documents 1. Additional Document #1

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