Sports Nutrition Student Worker

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number G/R14035P

Working Title Sports Nutrition Student Worker

Department Athletics-Olympic Nutrition

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Employment Type Employee

Additional Schedule Information

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2021

Posting Date 09/16/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy Athens Area

EOO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

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Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Deliver, stock and maintain fueling stations in sport locker rooms, weight room, and nutrition offices
• Help pack competition and travel snacks for teams in season
• Aid with general office organization and operations as needed
• Assist in receiving large food/ supplement deliveries and stocking storage rooms
• Assist in storage room/ inventory management of refrigerated and dry food products
• Develop educational outreach for bulletin boards and departmental social media
• Collaborate with Sports Nutritionists and interns in creation of educational material for specific sports teams including handouts, electronic designs, team talks, etc.
• Work with Sports Nutritionists and interns to create social media posts and outreach
• Help with food demonstrations, food challenges, and other snack demos
• Engage with our student-athletes to spread nutrition themes, messages, etc.
• Assist in departmental projects and tasks as needed
• Perform other tasks and projects as they arise on a day-to-day basis

Percentage of time 100

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Student Assistant

FLSA Non-Exempt

UGA Job Code

FTE 0.375

Minimum Qualifications

Position Summary

Assist Sports Nutritionists with providing nutrition services for UGA Olympic Sports. This will include different areas of food service and food management, education, and outreach as it relates to collegiate sports nutrition within the guidelines of the NCAA and compliance rules at UGA.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Physical Demands

The physical demands and environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee will reach with hands and arms. The employee will frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Will use close and distance vision, and peripheral vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but escalates to high during practice and athletic competitions.

Is this a Position of Trust? No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Is driving a requirement of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

Recruitment Contact Name Amy Bales

Recruitment Contact Email abales@sports.uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents Optional Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

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