Sports Dietitian

Job Title
Sports Dietitian

Requisition Number
RE52912

Working Title
Nutrition Coordinator/Sports Dietitian

Department Name
12F00:UKAA - Support Services

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
45

Salary Range
$47,278-78,000/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

BS

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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

2 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Dietitian, Food Manager Certification

Physical Requirements

Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Shift

Must be able to work a non-standard work week – Monday – Sunday with some overtime and holiday work. Must be able to travel overnight

Job Summary

This position will oversee assigned fuel zones regarding proper food safety & adherence to UK Performance Nutrition Standards. This position will be responsible for maintaining par levels and managing the budget of the Olympic sports fuel zones. The employee will be responsible for maintaining food safety standards from federal, state & local agencies. The employee will counsel athletes with regard to calorie needs, recovery from training & injury as assigned by supervisor. This position will supervise student volunteers & dietetic interns. This position will assess and analyze dietary practices, body composition, and energy balance of student athletes in the context of athletic performance and health & provide appropriate Medical Nutrition Therapy as needed.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Registered Dietitian, BS Dietetics, MS Preferred, CSSD Preferred

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

BS Dietetics

Deadline to Apply
01/31/2026

Our University Community

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