Assistant Director of Sports Nutrition - Harrisonburg, United States - James Madison University
Description
Working Title:
Assistant Director of Sports Nutrition
State Role Title:
Administrative and Professional Faculty
Position Type:
Administrative & Professional (Non-teaching Faculty)
Position Status:
Full-Time
College/Division:
Intercollegiate Athletics
Department:
Athletic Supplements
Pay Rate:
Commensurate with Experience
Beginning Review Date:5/28/2024
Specify Range or Amount:
Is this a JMU only position? No
Is this a grant-funded position? No
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No
About JMU:
Mission
We are a community committed to preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives.
VisionTo be the national model for the engaged university: engaged with ideas and the world.
Who We Are
Located in the heart of Virginia's beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C.
and Richmond, VA.With a population of just over 53,000, Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff.
The student body includes approximately 20,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.
JMU offers thriving programs in the liberal arts, science and technology, and professional disciplines at the undergraduate, master's and doctoral levels.
JMU has achieved national recognition for the high quality of its academic programs, focus on maintaining strong student/faculty interaction, and innovative faculty research.
General Information:
James Madison University, a Division I Member of the NCAA and Sun Belt Conference, is seeking an Assistant Director of Sports Nutrition.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Autonomous management of nutrition services for primarily football, in addition to providing nutritional assistance to additional sports programs, including, but not limited to individual and team education, medical nutrition therapy, hydration protocols, supplement review & management, team travel, coordination of and presence at team meals, and oversight of the fuel station and budget.
Collaborate with other Sports Dietitian with implementation of all-team education utilizing a variety of platforms, including social media initiatives, cooking classes/food demonstrations, grocery store tours, and development of print materials.
Assist with mentoring and oversight of student volunteers, paid student workers, and dietetic interns.Contribute to a team effort by welcoming new and different work requirements and explore new opportunities to enhance the services of the department.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition
- RD or RDN credentials
- Experience working in college athletics
- Experience working with highrisk student athletes (eating disorders, mental health concerns, etc.)
- Experience with managing student employees and volunteers
- Positive attitude, strong communicator, and willingness to grow within the profession
Conditions of Employment:
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
E-Verify Notice:
After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.Additional Posting Information:
EEO Statement:
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination.
This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office forEqual Opportunity:
Reasonable Accommodation:
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force.
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