Performance Dietitian

In order to be considered for this role, after clicking "Apply Now" above and being redirected, you must fully complete the application process on the follow-up screen.About IMG AcademyNamed by Sports Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work in Sports in 2024, IMG Academy is the world's leading sports education brand, providing a holistic education model that empowers student-athletes to win their future, preparing them for college and for life. IMG Academy provides growth opportunities for all student-athletes through an innovative suite of on-campus and online experiences: Boarding school and camps, via a state-of-the-art campus in Bradenton, Fla. Online coaching via the IMG Academy+ brand, with a focus on personal development through the lens of sport and performance Online college recruiting, via the NCSA brand,providing content, tools, coaching and access to a network of 40,000 college coaches The Performance Dietitian will be responsible for providing world class nutrition services in order to help IMG athletes and clients maximize performance through nutrition.Position Responsibilities: Oversee the fueling of our IMG Academy student-athletes Travel with teams as necessary to both in-state and out-of-state competitions Develop and deliver practical, educational, entertaining, and age-appropriate nutrition content to groups and individuals of a variety of ages who participate in a variety of sports Design and implement a 10-month nutrition curriculum to integrate within a sport Deliver 1:1 and group sessions for full-time student-athletes, camp athletes, adult athletes and professional athletes, as indicated. Deliver Athletic and Personal Development Classes in Nutrition during both the Academy year and for summer campers. Tailor message accordingly to a broad client base ranging from youth to elite athletes across a range of sports, cultures, and countries. Design nutrition plans to safely meet athlete's goals. Promote the value of nutrition for performance to sports, coaches and athletes on campus. Ensure Nutrition services at IMG Academy are based on the latest, evidence-based practices in the field. Work with Strength & Conditioning, Sports Medicine, Mental Performance , Sport Science, and the Gatorade Sports Science Institute (GSSI) to optimize performance and recovery. Integrate and coordinate with the APD team of specialists that work within the assigned sports to best service the athletes and promote a team approach to education and support. Assist in delivering the strategy for supplementation at IMG Academy. Provide coach education and work collaboratively with various departments across campus to promote the value of nutrition education. Support and deliver IMG Institute events as required. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Registered Dietitian (RD) State Licensure in FL (LD) or State Licensure eligibility within 30 days of hire. Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Sports Nutrition, or related field. Ability to comply with legislation in Florida in relation to Nutrition services and advice. Excellent communication, presentation, and motivational skills. Understanding of latest research in the field of sports nutrition. Experience building menu & catering needs for athletes to maximize athletic performance. Ability to take accurate measurements, including body weight and height. Experience with nutrient analysis software. Strong written and verbal presentation skills with the ability to interface with a variety of audiences. Read/write/speak and understand English. Auditory and visual ability to assess and provide nutrition care. Must have good math skills. Knowledge and ability to use PC and related software. Ability to understand rules of various sports governing bodies regarding restricted substances and supplements. Ability to deliver current knowledge in realistic and practical terms. Strong ability to connect well with the younger athlete. Perceived credibility as a subject matter expert in the field of Nutrition. Meet professional standards when working with clients, department staff, interns, and other professionals. This includes the ability to work with strong personalities and problem solve. Participate in a team environment to ensure best practices of nutrition service. Able to troubleshoot situations and deal with any unique situations that may arise. Proactive personality who is a role model for nutrition on IMG Academy campus. Strong time management, adaptability and flexibility. Being open and responsive to feedback. Strong classroom management skills to facilitate a conducive learning environment. Strong customer service skills. Preferred Skills: Master of Science in nutrition or exercise related field. CSSD (Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics) Multi-lingual Experience working with a youth population Experience with Teamworks and Smartabase suite of products, including Teamworks Nutrition Experience as an athlete or coach Physical Demands and Work Environment: Ability to lift, move, push and pull equipment or boxes in excess of 40 lbs. Should be able to handle outdoor temperatures for a reasonable period of time. Must be able to move around campus, which includes gym, turf, fields, etc. Ability to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends and holidays, is required. Background Requirements: Requires a background check upon offer Requires a drug test upon offer Don't meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfect with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.Get to know us better: www.imgacademy.com www.imgacademy.com/careersIMG Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.