Management Intern, Nutrition

104455BR

Campus: Tempe

Management Intern

Job Description

Under the direction of the Assistant Athletic Director for SDA Nutrition, assist with daily Sports Nutrition Department operations to enhance the planning, implementation, and management of sports nutrition programming for student-athletes. Adheres to NCAA and Big 12 rules and regulations, as well as Arizona Board of Regents, University, and Athletic Department policies and procedures.

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Management Intern, Nutrition

104455BR

Campus: Tempe

Management Intern

Job Description

Under the direction of the Assistant Athletic Director for SDA Nutrition, assist with daily Sports Nutrition Department operations to enhance the planning, implementation, and management of sports nutrition programming for student-athletes. Adheres to NCAA and Big 12 rules and regulations, as well as Arizona Board of Regents, University, and Athletic Department policies and procedures.

Job Family

Generic

Department Name

SDA Administration

Full-Time/Part-Time

Part-Time

VP Code

ICA

Scope of Search

Open

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range

$26.00 per hour

Close Date

17-September-2024

Category

02

Essential Duties

• Serve as sports dietician and primary point of Sports Nutrition Department contact for two assigned teams. This includes operation of the SDSP Nutrition Bar.
• Responsible for developing and implementing creative and evidence-based sports nutrition education plans for assigned teams.
• Maintain clinic hours for individual student-athlete nutrition appointments to assess and counsel on optimal nutrition for training, competition, recovery, hydration, immunity, travel, weight and body composition management, bone health, nutrient deficiencies, digestive health, diabetes, and more, and document within the electronic medical record.
• Perform body composition assessments, review nutritional supplements for safety, efficacy, and banned substances, and counsel student-athletes based on department philosophies.
• Assist with menu planning for team and department-provided meals, actively participate in meal monitoring and education with student-athletes.
• Participate in scheduled operation of departmental nutrition bars (fueling stations), including creating and implementing education material, maintaining food safety standards, and assisting the Director of Sports Nutrition in administrative tasks such as product ordering, inventory, receiving, budget tracking.
• Assist with managing student intern staff and scheduling.
• Maintain professional competency and skills required for a high level of professional practice.
• Maintain knowledge of and compliance with specific NCAA, PAC-12, and institution rules and regulations.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Sports Nutrition.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field; OR, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

• Evidence of a Master's Degree in nutrition, dietetics, or other related field from an accredited university or college.
• Evidence of being a registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with active status through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (REQUIRED).
• Must possess a valid card or certificate issued by an ANSI-accredited food handler training program (such as ServSafe Food Handler) (REQUIRED).
• Experience in a sports nutrition setting. (1 year)
• Experience in a D1 athletic program. (6 months)
• Evidence of effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in using organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Experience in prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment and working efficiently and independently.
• Experience in using Microsoft Office.
• Experience in working a non-standard schedule, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Working Environment

• Activities are performed in an environmentally-controlled setting at the Carson Student-Athlete Center, Sun Devil Sports Performance, and Student-Athlete Facility.
• The position is subject to extended periods of sitting and/or standing.
• Use of keyboard, computer mouse, general office machines, and handwriting tools.
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds.
• The job requires the ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.
• Days and Schedule:
  • Part-time. Monday – Friday with potential weekend days for a total of 19 hours per week.

Department Statement

The Sun Devil Athletics (SDA) programs are elite, high profile Division I programs. By definition, Division I programs are the "best of the best" and the ladder by which athletes ascend to the world of professional sports and international competitions, such as the Olympics and World Cup. Moreover, Arizona State University and SDA compete in the Big 12 conference.

The vision of SDA is to be a comprehensive perennial top ten NCAA Division I athletics program that empowers Sun Devils to maximize human potential and make a positive impact on our university, community and the world.

The mission of SDA is to provide opportunities for student-athletes to achieve at the highest levels of both academic and athletic excellence, thereby providing them with opportunities for personal growth, offering a unifying force to the campus community, and creating a source of pride among and support from the external constituencies of the university. SDA promotes identity, inclusion and expression to build a strong Sun Devil Community reflective of ASU’s charter.

SDA affirms ASU’s commitment to equal employment and is fully committed to the principles of student-athlete welfare, competing with integrity, gender equity and inclusion, ethnic diversity, and sportsmanship. This commitment includes creating an environment where student-athletes contribute to a winning tradition while enhancing the campus and local community and competing in a program having integrity and high ethical standards. SDA is committed to a leadership role within the university, community, the conference, and the nation.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

To be considered, your application must include the following:

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references (personal references are not accepted)

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.

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