Athletics Director - Higher Ed. jobs in Orlando, FL

UCF Athletics at the University of Central Florida, an NCAA Division I institution and Big XII Conference member, is seeking applications for the position of Associate Director of Performance Nutrition.

Under the direction of the Director of Performance Nutrition, the selected candidate is engaged in the administration, organization, and supervision of a progressive sports nutrition department, and manages meal operations / catering that supports the dietary and hydration needs of 16 NCAA Division I sports and 450 student-athletes within UCF, Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations. Due to the nature / scope of athletics and athletics events, position often requires work on evenings, weekends, and holidays, in addition to occasional travel. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Oversee and implement nutrition education for student-athletes and assigned teams. Conduct regular high performance meetings with assigned sports and related staff regarding the health and performance of assigned student-athletes. 
• Collaborate with sports medicine staff, dining services and sport coaches and provide nutrition education in team or individual sessions as needed. 
• Collaborate with sports performance staff to provide evidence-based performance nutrition and supplementation to enhance training performance and recovery.  
• Collaborate with sports performance and sports medicine staff in medical nutrition therapy to assist with the management / treatment of medical conditions / diseases (sports and non-sport related). Includes regular communication with related University departments where appropriate. 
• Assist in the daily operations of a full-service training table and multiple fueling stations located on campus as well as daily oversight of the menu / catering available to constituents in terms of quantity, quality and timing of food. 
• Assist in the overall operation of Garvy Nutrition Center, including assisting the chef in planning, organizing, and managing of all meals served to enhance the nutritional content of recipes as well as the production techniques to better and more efficiently serve the student-athlete. 
• Maintain clean, disinfected, and organized fueling stations (and surrounding areas) at all times. Includes  inventory management, stocking of stations, removing debris / spills, and cleaning stations / equipment, as well as identifying potential alternative or satellite fueling stations where appropriate. 
• Be committed to the profession and eager to learn. Maintain Registered Dietitian Credentials and Continuing Education through CDR (Commission on Dietetic Registration) and State Licensure. Keep current on performance nutrition research and other nutrition related trends (I.E., fad diet trends, supplements). 
• Research and educate / counsel coaches / student-athletes / staff regarding appropriate / legal / NCAA compliant use of nutritional supplements, to include the regular evaluation of NCAA compliant products to be available / consumed by student athletes, as well as the identification of restricted and banned substances in compliance with NCAA rules and regulations. 
• Supervise, daily management and onboarding of nutrition support staff, to include interns, work study students and volunteers. Manage dietetic intern programs if applicable per semester.

Minimum qualifications: Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two (2) years of appropriate experience. Active accreditation as a Registered Dietitian (RD) / Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) through the Commission on Dietetic Registration and license / certification eligible in the State of Florida (ANSI-Conference for Food Protection) within first 3 months of employment required.  Prefer minimum two (2) years nutrition experience working with sports teams, Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD), and experience in sports sciences / sports performance coaching.  Strong attention to detail and communication (written/verbal) skills also preferred. As a staff member of UCF Athletics, the selected candidate will be a person of integrity and character who shares a commitment for knowing and complying with NCAA, Conference, and institutional rules as they apply to the UCF Athletics program.

Cover letter, resume, and three professional references will be accepted until the position is filled. 

Note: the person selected for this position will be employed by UCF Athletics, which is a Direct Support Organization (DSO) of the University of Central Florida.

UCF Athletics is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity of thought, and fosters an environment that is welcoming, accessible, and supportive for all members of our community. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Our mission is to positively transform the lives of our students academically, athletically, and personally through a nationally competitive intercollegiate athletics program that enhances the reputation and visibility of the University. We strive to be Florida's preeminent athletic program representing UCF and our community with distinction on the national stage as "Orlando's Hometown Team". To learn more about UCF and Athletics, please visit our websites at www.ucf.edu  and www.ucfknights.com.