Job Details

Sports Dietitian

Department: Intercollegiate Athletics

Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Compensation Band: OS-OA05-Fiscal Year 2025-2026

FTE: 1.0

Application Review Begins July 9, 2026; position open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants Please provide a resume that clearly outlines relevant work history, including dates of employment and educational background. These details are crucial in evaluating whether applicants meet the qualifications for the position.

Department Summary The University of Oregon Intercollegiate Athletic Department's primary purpose is to provide a unique opportunity for student-athletes to be developed, tested, and encouraged to reach their maximum potential in every aspect of their lives. It is the steadfast goal of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics to provide the most outstanding student-athlete experience by helping them to achieve excellence, both in the classroom and in their chosen sport. The department has approximately 290 administrative & classified employees and hosts over 600,000 spectators annually and represents the University of Oregon in athletic competition with other universities & colleges.

Position Summary The Sports Dietitian provides individual assessment and nutrition coaching, team education, planning and execution of fueling strategies, documentation, and reporting of student-athlete progress, and budgetary management for impact and efficiency. This position will also play an important role in educating, organizing, and guiding the progression of student sports nutrition interns. This role requires a high level of organization and communication to facilitate collaboration with team operations, strength and conditioning, athletic training, sports science, and culinary staff in the execution of nutrition services.

This role is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the Intercollegiate Athletics Department, including adherence to all department policies and procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University of Oregon, Big Ten Conference, and the NCAA.

Special Requirements:

• Valid driver's license and the ability to obtain UO Drivers Certification.

Minimum Requirements

• Registered Dietitian (RD) and ability to obtain state licensure within 3 months of the date of hire.
• Bachelor's degree in dietetics/nutrition or related field.
• One year of experience with demonstrated results providing performance nutrition support to collegiate, professional, or elite-level athletes.

Professional Competencies

• Highly organized and able to adapt and execute in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to influence stakeholders through impactful written and verbal communication.
• Adept with technology and data management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Credential of board-Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD).
• Master's degree in dietetics / nutrition or related field.