Director of Sports Nutrition (4483) EXTENDED

Position Summary

The Director of Sports Nutrition will manage the day-to-day operations of the Nutrition Center, providing expert sport nutrition resources, education, consulting, and research. This position will collaborate with administration, team physicians, athletic training, strength and conditioning, sport psychology, and coaches to support each team and individual student-athlete.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Dietary Supplement Distribution & Education

• Utilize updated and relevant research to support distribution of dietary supplements according to NCAA regulations.
• Review all dietary supplements presented by a student athlete and provide education on the risks and benefits, when necessary.

Mentoring/Educating Graduate Assistants & Interns

• Educate and mentor performance nutrition Graduate Assistants and student volunteer interns.
• Oversee all planning, developing, organizing, and implementing all projects that support the vision of NIU Performance Nutrition.

Student Nutritional Care

• Work in conjunction with athletic training, sport psychology, strength and conditioning and team physicians to provide optimal care for assigned student athletes.

Performance Nutrition Education

• Provide individualized and team-based nutrition counseling based on student athlete performance goals. This may include, but is not limited to, weight management, body composition, meal planning, dietary supplement review, injury reduction, recovery and rehabilitation, and general performance nutrition education.

Menu Development

• Develop and provide nutrition education, and menu development as well as manage practice and competition fueling.
• Develop the performance nutrition guidelines and procedures for the department that ensure health and safety of NIU student athletes.

Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service)

CREDENTIALS TO BE VERIFIED BY PLACEMENT OFFICER

• Possession of current Registered Dietitian licensure from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulations and credentials and registration from the Commission on Dietetic Registration ( CDR ) for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) (Civil Service)

Classification Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Knowledge of clinical nutritional and diet therapy.
2. Knowledge of basic food service operations.
3. Knowledge of nutritional assessment methods used to maintain nutritional status of patients and to develop and implement nutritional care plans for patients.
4. Knowledge of methods and techniques used to educate and instruct patients.
5. Ability to learn university and departmental policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
6. Ability to learn departmental standards of nutritional care.
7. Ability to supervise support staff.
8. Ability to teach, supervise, and evaluate students.
   
   

Position Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Knowledge of and compliance with National Collegiate Athletics Association ( NCAA ) regulations, both those general in nature and those which apply directly to the position’s responsibilities. Strict adherence to all applicable governing policies, procedures, and regulations of the NCAA is required and is a condition of employment.
2. Ability to communicate with and relate well in both large group and one-on-one settings
3. Ability to effectively communicate through oral, written and electronic forms.

Specialty Factors (Civil Service)

N/A

Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service)

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, Exercise Physiology, or related field.
• Master degree in sports nutrition or relevant field.
• Minimum one year of experience as a Registered Dietitian in a collegiate setting.
• Board certified Registered Dietitian (RD) with the ability to obtain an Illinois State licensure within 30 days of hire.
• Minimum 3-to-5-year experience working with high performance interdisciplinary (i.e., college, professional, Olympic) athletes.
• Minimum one year supervisory experience
• Experience working with an athletic training table and/or fueling station.
• Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics ( CSSD )
• Experience with budgeting, ordering and inventory control

Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS)

N/A

Additional Requirements (SPS)

N/A

Preferred Qualifications (SPS)

N/A

Physical demands/requirements

• Standing, lifting up to 50lbs, sitting, walking

Appointment and Compensation Details

Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date

7/01

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Percent of Staff Year

1.00

Standard Hours Per Week

37.50

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range

Earn Type

Salary

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

Application Procedures:

1. Fully complete the Education and Work History sections of the application. Be specific on your entire work history, including employment dates and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Important: Please upload any unofficial transcript(s) and/or documentation that verifies any education, experience, and/or training you have received.
   • If eligible for Veteran’s Preference Points, DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256 paperwork reflecting an Honorable Discharge MUST be uploaded to this application to receive the maximum eligible points on the Civil Service examination.
2. After the posting has closed, your submission will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the classification, including any specialty factors associated with this position. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register.
3. Please monitor your e-mail for further information regarding your application. Emails will be generated from jobs@niu.edu and CivilServiceTesting@niu.edu . Please add these emails to your address book to ensure timely delivery of any future communication.
4. Illinois residency required within 180 days of the hire date.

Credentials Assessment Examination:

• The examination for this position is a Credentials Assessment and is based on your application materials as submitted for this posting. A Credential Assessment is a rating by the Human Resources Office of an applicant’s/employee’s education, experience, and special credentials/qualifications (licenses, etc.). Applicants are required to upload documentation to verify the
• Required documentation noted in the posting, such as a driver’s license, licensures, or certifications MUST be uploaded with your application materials.
• After assessment of all qualified applicants has been completed for this position, the names with the top three (3) scores will be referred to the hiring department for interview.

Additional Details:

• Click on Dietician Nutritionist for more information including salary ranges, typical duties, minimum acceptable qualifications, and testing requirements.
• Please click on Human Resource Services – Benefits for detailed information about Northern Illinois University’s benefits package.
• Out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days after start date.
• Employment is contingent upon your passing a criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Special Instructions

N/A

Quick Link to Applicant

https://employment.niu.edu/postings/70967

Is Background Check Required?

Yes

EEO Statement Summary

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560

Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form . For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity ( AAEO ) at ada@niu.edu .

Safety Information

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Read the Annual Safety and Security Report. Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-1649 for a hard copy.

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)
4. Certifications/Licensure #1
5. List of at least 3 References

Optional Documents

1. Military Discharge Documents ONLY (DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256)

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Assess your specific work experience with prescribed diets, nutrition assessments and/ or nutrition counseling
   • No work experience directly related to the job function described.
   • My work experience relevant to the job function described was performed under guidance.
   • My work experience relevant to the job function described was performed independently.
2. * Please provide the name of the employer and the dates of employment where you gained this experience. Please note that this information must be verified on an NIU application and/or resume.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
3. * Assess your specific work experience in participating in multi-disciplinary meetings to ensure dietary care, develops, evaluates, and keeps current on new concepts and developments in dietetics and nutritional therapy
   • No work experience directly related to the job function described.
   • My work experience relevant to the job function described was performed under guidance.
   • My work experience relevant to the job function described was performed independently.
4. * Please provide the name of the employer and the dates of employment where you gained this experience. Please note that this information must be verified on an NIU application and/or resume.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
5. * Assess your specific work experience in Dietitian Nutrition in consultative or supervisory capacity
   • No work experience directly related to the job function described.
   • My work experience relevant to the job function described was performed under guidance.
   • My work experience relevant to the job function described was performed independently.
6. * Please provide the name of the employer and the dates of employment where you gained this experience. Please note that this information must be verified on an NIU application and/or resume.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
7. * Are you currently a citizen or resident of the State of Illinois?
   • Yes
   • No
8. * What is the highest level of education attained?
   • GED
   • High School Diploma
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelors Degree
   • Masters Degree
   • PHD
9. * Have you attached all transcripts to support the degrees you are submitting for consideration?
   • Yes
   • No
10. * If applicable, have you attached a copy of your DD214, DD215, NGB22, or DD256 for consideration of Veterans Preference Points? The copy submitted should reflect the status of discharge in order to be considered.
    • Yes
    • No
    • Not Applicable