Title: Registered Dietitian

Employee Classification: Registered Dietitian

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Student Affairs

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Dining Service

Department: UNT-Dining Services-163700

Job Location: Denton

Salary: salary commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

It’s About the Food!
Why work for UNT Dining? Our employees explain. – YouTube

As the largest self-supported food service department in North Texas, UNT Dining Services is setting the standard for campus dining. With five Dining Halls, more than 20 retail locations, an upscale restaurant, a hydroponic garden, a central scratch bakery, and full-service catering, the department is led by a team of professionally trained chefs and hospitality experts. UNT is recognized as a national leader in university dining, known for its innovative, trendsetting approach and award-winning culinary talent.

UNT Dining Services is home to Mean Greens Café, the nation’s first 100% vegan collegiate dining hall, and Kitchen West, Texas’ first and only university dining hall certified Free From™ the Big 8 food allergens and gluten. In 2021, UNT introduced Eagle Landing, the university’s first standalone dining hall, inspired by urban food halls and featuring seven distinct restaurant concepts—all available for a single Meal Plan swipe.

Recognized for excellence, UNT was ranked No. 2 nationwide for best college food by Delish.com. The department is also the proud recipient of the prestigious Loyal E. Horton Award and the Vegan Recipe Award from the National Association of College and University Food Services. As a founding member of the Menus of Change University Research Collaborative, UNT plays an active role in pioneering research on plant-forward diets, food waste reduction, and consumer food choices, all while advancing the principles of healthy, sustainable menus.

Position Overview

The Sports Dietitian position will oversee the nutritional needs of assigned teams by conducting individual and team nutrition education and counseling to ensure optimal wellness and sport performance. The Sports Dietitian will collaborate with coaches, athletic trainers, strength coaches, and other support staff as a part of sport specific performance team to ensure a multidisciplinary approach to student athlete wellbeing.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or related field and one year related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of sports nutrition principles to support athletic performance, recovery, and overall health in collegiate athletes.

Strong communication skills to educate and motivate student-athletes individually and in team settings.

Ability to collaborate effectively with Sports Nutrition Director, coaches, athletic trainers, strength staff, and campus dining to implement nutrition strategies and fueling programs.

Experience developing and managing performance nutrition programs, including menu planning, hydration protocols, and refueling stations.

Commitment to evidence-based, ethical, and NCAA-compliant nutrition practices that promote athlete well-being and academic success.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications: A minimum of one years experience working with collegiate athletes at the NCAA division one level. Masters degree in sports nutrition or exercise science/physiology

Required License/Registration/Certifications

A current Registered Dietitian with the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). Licensure through the State of Texas upon hire. Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) or Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN) preferred.

Job Duties

• Oversee assigned athletics teams to ensure suitable nutrition presence, provision, and growth. 
• Conduct team talks around general sports nutrition. 
• Order, stock, conduct inventory of team fueling station, game day fueling needs, nutritional supplements, RTDs 
• Work with local restaurant vendors regarding team meals as needed and works with hotels restaurants regarding meals during away trips. 
• Provide specific supplements/vitamins depending on blood work and diet analysis. Counsel and consult with student athletes on nutrition to support both health and performance. 
• Collaborate with coaches, athletic trainers, strength coaches, and other support staff as a part of sport specific performance team to ensure a multidisciplinary approach to student athlete wellbeing. 
• Conduct grocery store tours, cooking classes, etc. 
• Establish and maintain knowledge of and compliance with specific NCAA, American Conference, and institution rules that relate to this position. 
• Serve as nutrition resource for students on meal plans to guide and assist with food allergy safe options in the dining halls. 
• Work towards establishing volunteer rotation hours with established nutrition departments in DFW. 
• Serve as a preceptor in teaching and developing dietetic interns. 
• Continue to expand upon sports nutrition knowledge, translating the latest scientific evidence into practical sports nutrition recommendations for student athletes. 

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Hours Vary

Driving University Vehicle

Yes

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.