Lamar University Hiring for Work-Study Sports Nutrition Assistant at Beaumont, TX Full Time

Work-Study Sports Nutrition Assistant

Posting Number:

STU278

VP Area:

Athletics

Division:

Athletic Director Division

Department:

Strength Training

Location:

Athletics

Student Supervisor:

Daniel Darcy

Work Study Required?:

Yes

Job Duties:

About This Role:

The Lamar University Work-Study Nutritionist role is intended for undergraduates who qualify for work-study interested in gaining experience in collegiate athletics. This position will allow the opportunity to work with Division I student-athletes, while also developing administrative skills (Ex. budgeting, inventory, etc.). The position will work directly with all 17 sports teams and will be the lead assistant to our Full-Time Registered Dietitian (RD) on-campus, while serving an integral role in the Lamar University Athletics Department. Position reports directly to the Strength & Conditioning Coordinator.

What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities

• Upkeep of the Lamar University Athletics Market Basket Nutrition Center
• Daily food preparation
• Team/1-on-1 nutrition consultations (under RD supervision)
• Road meal/Game day planning (under RD supervision)
• Other duties as assigned by the Strength & Conditioning Coordinator & RD

Skills Required:

• Ability to collaborate with other staff members within the Lamar University Athletics department and the Lamar University College of Education and Human Development
• Must be receptive to feedback/constructive criticism and adaptable to a variety of situations
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to process scientific research and communicate information to student-athletes effectively and efficiently
• Punctuality, work ethic, reliability, adaptable, professional, detailed
• Understanding and following of confidentiality/privacy rules and regulations
• Strict adherence to established NCAA, Southland Conference, Lamar University and Texas State University System rules and regulations. A violation of these rules and regulations can lead to disciplinary action including termination.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Working towards a bachelor’s degree

Work Hours:

Part-Time

EEO Statement:

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Security Sensitive Statement:

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.