Director of Olympic Sports

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.

Why Join Us:

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and promotes inclusion. The University actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.

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
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time 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:

1. Cover letter indicating your qualifications for the position
2. Resume with three professional references that includes contact information (name, title, phone number, email address)

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and 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

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee.  If position is in development, business office or ticket office, the background screen will include a credit check.