Assistant Director of Sports Nutrition
Fresno State Athletic Corporation

Compensation and Benefits

Hiring Salary: $4,166.67/month

• This is a full-time, non-exempt position.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.
• Positions at Fresno State are to perform their work onsite. Some positions, depending upon University needs and operations, may be eligible for remote work, one day per week, pursuant to Fresno State's remote work guidelines and the CSU policy.

The Fresno State Athletic Corporation provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), and sick and vacation time. A summary of benefit information can be found here (under Athletic Corporation header). Athletic Corporation employees are at-will.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Sports Nutrition or as assigned, the Assistant Director of Sports Nutrition will work closely with the Sports Medicine Staff and Strength and Conditioning Staff in supporting the athletic and nutritional goals of coaches and student-athletes. Within this collaborative sports performance group, they will work to advance the overall objective of meeting the sports performance goals of all of the departments’ intercollegiate athletic teams.

Key Qualifications

• Education for Teams, Coaches and Sports Performance Areas - Provide counsel and recommendations to coaching staffs for nutrition during home and away competition as needed for sport specific fueling needs. Develop, coordinate, and implement nutrition education, cooking programs and grocery store tours for student-athletes independently and in collaboration with student-athlete development programming. Oversee nutrition education material development, social media interactions, and student-athlete dining education material development. Assess and counsel student-athletes and staff on appropriate and legal use of dietary supplements, banned drugs and restricted substances in compliance with sport governing bodies, e.g. NCAA, U.S. Anti-doping Agency (USADA), World Anti-doping Agency (WADA) and the Fresno State Athletics Department.
• Coordinates Individual Nutritional Counseling - Coordinate the assessment, education and counseling of student-athletes to include fueling for optimal performance, weight management, dietary supplements, prevention of heat illness and dehydration, ergogenic aids, sport injury and illness, sport-specific nutrition. Provide outpatient nutrition counseling services including evaluation, interpretation of patient data, treatment, reevaluation, and discharge planning of patients referred from other health professionals and those utilizing direct access.
• Assist Nutrition Management – Assist with managing Sports Nutrition budget including ordering, inventory, and procurement of goods through vendors for fueling stations. Assist with the development and implementation of nutrition/fueling station programs and/or training table. Compile reports for athletic administration, including but not limited to usage, frequency, peak times, etc.
• Miscellaneous - Maintain professional competency and certifications required for professional practice, including but not limited to current food, nutrition, and health issues and research related to sports nutrition. Maintain knowledge of and compliance with specific NCAA, Mountain West Conference, and institution rules that relate to this position. Assist in advancing the department's mission, vision, and strategic plan including its commitment to equity and diversity. Position will work flexible hours which may including early mornings, evenings and weekends and may include periodic travel with team.

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Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or related field.
• Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian eligible with credential obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum of six (6) months experience working within collegiate athletics setting.
• Knowledge of NCAA and institution rules as it relates to position.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, customer service oriented.
• Ability to:
  • React effectively and quickly to crises and maintain a professional demeanor.
  • Work efficiently in a busy environment while maintaining a professional and courteous attitude in stressful situations.
  • To work with minimal supervision.
  • Work effectively with individuals from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds.
  • Establish and maintain collegial and cooperative working relationships with on and off campus individuals and offices, including coaches, staff, and administration.
  • Apply good judgment, discretion and initiative in performing duties.
  • Prioritize assignments with conflicting deadlines.
  • Support the equity and diversity commitments of the department.
  • Work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Application Instructions

Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references.

 Fresno State

California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.  Questions may be sent to hr@csufresno.edu.

Supplemental Information

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position may be a "designated position" under the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter.

Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.

Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)