Associate Athletic Director for Kvistad Nutrition

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Institution

South Dakota State University

Working Title

Associate Athletic Director for Kvistad Nutrition

Posting Number

NFE02754P

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Posting Details

Posting Details

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Institution

South Dakota State University

Working Title

Associate Athletic Director for Kvistad Nutrition

Posting Number

NFE02754P

Department

SDSU-Intercollegiate Athletics

Physical Location of Position (City)

Brookings

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Shape the future of sports nutrition at South Dakota State University (SDSU)! We’re thrilled to announce a brand-new opportunity to join our athletics team as the Associate Athletic Director of Kvistad Sports Nutrition. This pivotal role will be at the forefront of developing and implementing innovative strategies to optimize the health and performance of our student-athletes. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota and is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.  

 

SDSU is an NCAA Division I institution and competes in The Summit League for all sports except football (Missouri Valley Football Conference), wrestling (Big XII Conference), and women’s equestrian (National Collegiate Equestrian Association). 

 

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.  Sponsorship is not available for this position.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and oversee sports nutrition programs to enhance student-athlete health and performance.
• Provide nutrition education, resources, and individualized assessments.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams and stakeholders to support a holistic student-athlete experience.
• Address eating disorders and ensure compliance with nutritional standards.
• Lead professional development for coaches and staff while driving innovation in nutrition services.

 

BENEFITS:

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.  

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition Science, Health/Exercise Science, Dietetics or related field completed by start date;
• Minimum 1 year experience in the field of nutrition and/or dietetics;
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist by the Commission on Dietetic Registration with an active status through the Commission on Dietetic Registration;
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills;
• Ability to communicate effectively with student-athletes, coaches, athletic administration, stakeholders, and vendors regarding nutrition, research and on-going situations or scenarios; and
• Adapt to a flexible work schedule with early morning, night or weekend availability.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree;
• Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics;
• Experience with sports nutrition;
• Experience working within a collegiate sport setting; and
• Understanding and knowledge of nutritional and herbal supplements to determine if permissible under NCAA regulations.

 

APPLICATION PROCESS:

This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references.  Email applications will not be accepted.  Please contact SDState Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.  

 

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.   

 

SDState is a tobacco free environment.   It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students.  This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.  

Posting Date

06/06/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

First Consideration Date

06/20/2025

Advertised Salary

The salary range for the Associate Athletic Director of Kvistad Sports Nutrition position is $65,000-$80,000.

Duration of the Term

12 months

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Appointment Percent

100

Work Hours

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type

Regular

Faculty Status

No

Scope of Search

External (includes Internal)

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This position requires

No Requirement

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Department Description and Cultural Expectations

SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $84 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.

Contact Information

For questions on the position, contact search committee chair, Eric Adolph, via email: Eric.Adolph@sdstate.edu or phone: 605-688-6388. 

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

| Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. | Analyzing, Comprehend, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication |

Protective Clothing/Equipment

| Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. | Latex Gloves | | If other protection is used please identify | |

Physical Requirements

| Please designate the physical requirements of this position | Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating) | | Describe any of the conditions selected | |

Sensory Requirements

| Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. | Hearing, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses) |

Working Conditions & Exposures

| Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. | | | Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above | |

Working Environment

| Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. | Classroom Environment, Office Environment, Other Environment (Please explain below) | | If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided. |
Kitchen environment |

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Reference List

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