About This Role: | K-State Athletics is seeking qualified applicants for a DIRECTOR OF OLYMPIC SPORTS, which is a full-time, salaried, benefits-eligible position. An example of job duties includes but are not limited to: - Plan, develop, implement, track, evaluate and manage nutrition services provided to student-athletes;
- Assess and analyze dietary practices, body composition, and energy balance (intake and expenditure) of student-athletes as it relates to athletic performance and optimal health;
- Implement an ongoing program assessment to determine the effectiveness of the dietary nutrition program and services provided and recommend innovative methods of advancement;
- Must have strong clinical skills in the areas of diabetes, hypertension, lipid management, eating disorders, weight management, and other diagnoses, as well as sound knowledge of performance enhancement principles and strategies;
- Coordinate with athletic trainers, sport psychologist, strength and conditioning staff and team physicians to: (1) properly advise student-athletes and coaching staff regarding optimal nutrition needs for exercise training, competition, recovery from exercise, weight management, hydration, immunity, disordered eating, travel and supplementation; (2) address nutritional challenges to performance, bone mineral disturbances, gastrointestinal disturbances, iron depletion and iron-deficiency anemia, etc.; (3) provide and maintain nutrition (including away game support) and nutritional issues affecting student- athletes.
- Work closely with food service staff to provide sound nutritional meals specific to the goals of individual student-athletes and teams.
- Provide nutrition education and outreach to student-athletes, teams, coaches, and staff; and
- Continually research the latest innovations and developments in sports nutrition field.
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Why Join Us: | K-State Athletics, Inc. is a proud member of the Big 12 Conference. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with student-athletes and wants to become a member of our staff to help advance our Sports Diet & Nutrition Program through hard work, knowledge, and dedication. Our mission is to foster a culture in which our student-athletes have every opportunity to reach their maximum potential academically, athletically, mentally and socially while operating an organization that is anchored by a genuine commitment to K-State, our supporters and each other. For more information on K-State Athletics, please visit http://www.kstatesports.com For more information on Manhattan, KS and the University, please visit http://www.k-state.edu/hcs/jobs/ Kansas State University has been named a 2022 Top Employer by DiversityJobs.com for a third consecutive year. Forbes magazine published their “2024 America’s Best Midsize Employers List,” and finds Kansas State University rates among the Top 100 employers in the country. |
What You'll Need to Succeed: | Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree in nutrition/dietetics or other related field from an accredited university or college
- Must be a current Registered Dietitian (RD) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration
- Two to four years of experience working as a dietician in a professional/collegiate setting
- Demonstrate strong written and interpersonal skills with student-athletes, coaches and/or various other people inside and outside of an athletic department
- Proficient with MS Office Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook programs
Preferred Qualifications: - Master's Degree in nutrition or other related field from an accredited university or college;
- Three or more years of experience providing nutrition/dietary services for a professional sport or NCAA Division I athletics program;
- Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD);
- Experience in medical nutrition therapy, including eating disorder counseling
- Knowledge of food service quality and safety.
Other Requirements: - Must be eligible for, successfully apply and receive a State of Kansas Dietitian License within one year of first day of employment
This position holds expectations of compliance with all NCAA, Big 12 Conference, Kansas State University and K-State Athletics, Inc. rules and regulations. |
How to Apply: | To be considered for the position, please complete the online application and submit/upload the following documents: - Cover letter indicating your qualifications for the position
- Resume with three professional references that includes contact information(name, title, phone number, email address)
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Screening of Applications Begins: | Immediatelyand continues until position is filled |
Benefits: | - Excellent medical, dental and vision health plans
- Retirement plan (No Vesting Period!)
- Generous earned leave plan – vacation and sick
- Parental leave plan
- Term life insurance
- Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Long term disability insurance
- Paid KSU designated holidays
K-State Athletics Local Agency Employee Benefits Information: https://www.kstatesports.com/sports/2020/3/6/athletics-human- resources.aspx?path=resources |
Salary Rate / Pay Rate: | $50,000 to $60,000 |
