About IMG Academy
Named 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

Position Summary:

The Senior Performance Dietitian will provide world class nutrition services in order to help IMG athletes and clients maximize performance through nutrition as well as assisting with leadership within the Nutrition department.

Position Responsibilities:

Assist the Head of Nutrition with company-wide initiatives, APD specific vision, Nutrition department philosophy, and day to day operations for Nutrition
Assist Head of Nutrition with hiring, on-boarding, and the professional development of nutrition staff
Design evidenced-based and practical nutrition plans to safely meet clients’ goals
Deliver 1:1 and group sessions for full-time student-athletes, camp athletes, professional athletes, and outside groups, as indicated.
Promote the value of nutrition for performance to sports, coaches, and athletes on campus
Tailor message accordingly to a broad client base ranging from youth to elite athletes across a range of sports, cultures, and countries
Be a role model through words, actions, and attitude
Integration and observation of athletes in their sport environment as feasible
Travel as necessary
Track nutrition-related data as needed in the Athlete Management System (AMS)
Collaborate with other APD divisions (Sports Medicine, Sport Science, Nutrition, Mental Conditioning, Leadership, Cognitive Perceptual Training) and participate in interdisciplinary pods with the other APD staff members who work in the same sport(s)
Day to day upkeep of facilities, cleaning and sanitation as necessary
Deliver and support IMG Institute initiatives and sessions as necessary
Support sponsorship companies and initiatives as necessary
Support team and group training and events as necessary
Utilize Teamworks to provide updates to athletes and parents on programming and training
Deliver virtual or online sessions as necessary
Provide supervision of assistant coaches and/or summer staff to include feedback and education
Provide coach or parent education as necessary
Assist colleagues for coverage as necessary
Assist with organizational tasks as necessary
Balance the needs of the business with the needs of the athletes and department
Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and business ethic codes
Promote a diverse and inclusive environment
Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Master’s degree in Nutrition or related field
At least 2 years as a Registered Dietitian (RD)
State Licensure in FL (LD) or State Licensure eligibility within 30 days of hire
Ability to comply with legislation in Florida in relation to Nutrition services and advice
Knowledge of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) SOP’s and SOPP’s for registered dietitians
Adherence to the Code of Ethics established by the AND
Excellent communication, presentation, and motivational skills
Understanding of latest research in the field of nutrition
Experience building menu & catering needs for athletes to maximize athletic performance
Ability to take accurate measurements, including body weight and height
Experience with body composition testing, specifically via Bod Pod
Ability to read/write/speak and understand English
Auditory and visual ability to assess and provide nutrition care
Excellent math skills
Proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
Understanding of the rules of various sports governing bodies regarding restricted substances and supplements
Meet professional standards when working with clients, department staff, interns, and other professionals. This includes the ability to work with strong personalities
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
CPR/First Aid certification

Preferred Skills:

Master of Science in Nutrition, Exercise Science, or related field
Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD)
Experience working with a pediatric population
At least 2 years as an RD in a clinical setting
Multi-lingual

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:

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