Assistant Director, Performance Nutrition (4398C), Intercollegiate Athletics - 80119

Assistant Director, Performance Nutrition (4398C), Intercollegiate Athletics - 80119 University of California Berkeley - 4.2 Berkeley, CA Job Details Full-time $72,600 - $85,000 a year 16 hours ago Qualifications Nutrition Writing skills Mid-level Bachelor's degree Organizational skills Sports nutrition Full Job Description Assistant Director, Performance Nutrition (4398C), Intercollegiate Athletics - 80119 About Berkeley At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff. As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic and social value. We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles , Principles of Community , and Strategic Plan . At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups (staff organizations). Our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. Find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley. Departmental Overview The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics consists of more than 275 staff members and coaches and sponsors 30 varsity sports programs. These 30 programs include more than 850 student-athletes who participate in the various sports programs annually within the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA). We are currently seeking an Assistant Director, Performance Nutrition. Position Summary The Performance Dietitian or Assistant Director of Performance Nutrition will work as an integral part of the Cal Performance Nutrition department to provide nutrition programming, education, and counseling to Cal's diverse student-athlete population. Will work as a part of an interdisciplinary team to manage high risk athletes and coordinate higher levels of care as needed. This position will also be responsible for adhering to university, NCAA, and ACC policies, protocols, rules and regulations. Application Review Date The First Review Date for this job is: 08/14/2025. Responsibilities Applies advanced concepts to conducts wide-ranging needs analysis for health care programs. Makes recommendations on health promotion and education programs to help meet the complex and varied needs of the campus/athletics. Specifically, team nutritional meal planning and team/group based educational programming. Working closely with coaches, and medical staff in design and implementation. Represents the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics at UHS and/or across campus related to nutritional needs. Initiates and designs revisions to courses and program design and/or content. Assesses the effectiveness of the promotion and education of entire healthcare programs, and makes recommendations that may have broad impact to the programs. Develops outreach programs and works with community leaders as well as the Office of the President. May lead a team of health education professionals. Responsible for providing nutritional counseling and education services to Student- Athletes for medical and performance nutritional needs. Work in collaboration with Staff and Head Athletic Trainer, Strength and Conditioning Staff, Coaches/Staff and Team Physicians. Required Qualifications Thorough knowledge of the health promotion and education field. Thorough knowledge of the design and delivery of related programs. Skills associated with both the development and delivery of health education programs and services. Effective interpersonal skills to interact effectively with diverse client groups. Effective organizational skills. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to analyze, interpret and respond to client needs. Advanced knowledge medical and sport performance nutrition. Advanced knowledge associated with the design and delivery of health promotion and education programs. Skills associated with both the development and delivery of a number of health education programs and services. Must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage with and understand individuals from varied academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, and ethnic backgrounds. Effective organizational skills. Interpersonal and diplomacy skills to identify and respond to organizational needs. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to analyze, interpret and respond to client needs through the development, implementation and delivery of health-related (specifically nutritionally related) programs. Must maintain current knowledge of applicable rules and standards of the Pacific-12 Conference, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), as well as other associations and agencies to which the Berkeley campus of the University of California adheres, and, at all times avoid any and all violations of these rules and standards. Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Salary & Benefits For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website. Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $72,600.00 - $85,000.00. This is an exempt monthly-paid position.