Open Date 01/04/2021

Requisition Number PRN10842N

Job Title Associate Instructor, DCE

Working Title Nutrition Assistants

Job Grade A00

FLSA Code Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Type Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary? No

Standard Hours per Week

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area President

Department 00327 - Athletics Department

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $15,000

Close Date

Job Summary

The University of Utah Sports Nutrition Department is currently seeking applicants for a Sports Nutrition Fellowship position. Start date: No later than February 1st. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Tuition-Benefit Program Eligible; more info here

This is a 2-year position (the second year will be renewed at the successful completion of the first, based upon a performance evaluation by the Executive Director of Sports Nutrition).

Responsibilities

•Manage two centralized fueling stations – including staffing, training, ordering, stocking, etc.

•Supervise sports nutrition interns and volunteers

•Conduct new athlete nutrition screenings

•Coordinate travel nutrition and half time fueling for various teams

•Coordinate sports nutrition services to assigned teams

•Perform grocery store tours and cooking classes

•Develop education materials and present team educations sessions

•Conduct hydration testing

•Counsel athletes on individual needs (including MNT , performance nutrition, body composition, etc)

•Provide sports nutrition information on social media

•Act as an additional nutrition resource for staff athletic trainers, coaches, strength and conditioning coaches, medical staff and food service personnel

•Other duties as assigned by the Sports Dietitians

Minimum Qualifications

•Bachelors in nutrition

•Registered Dietitian (RD) or RD eligible working towards CSSD certification

•Thorough knowledge of nutritional principles as they relate to athletic performance

•Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments

•Ability to work a non-standard workweek which may include nights, weekends, and holidays

•Effective oral and written communication skills

•Strong interpersonal skills

•Excellent time and priority management skills

•Ability to work as an integral part of the sports nutrition team

•Capability of delegating tasks/duties effectively and efficiently to student intern and volunteers

Preferences

Special Instructions Summary

Please address Cover Letter to Lauren Jones

Additional Information

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce. In compliance with applicable federal and state laws, University of Utah policy of equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran’s status, status as a qualified person with a disability, or genetic information. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to applicants, consistent with University policy and Utah state law. To inquire about this posting, email: “employment@utah.edu” or call 801-581-2300. Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request an accommodation or for further information about University AA/EO policies, please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, 201 S. Presidents Cr., Rm 135, (801) 581-8365 (V/ TDD ), email: “oeo@umail.utah.edu” .

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.