Instructor of Sports Nutrition

Instructor-Sports Nutrition

Beth-El Human Physio/Nutrition

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Who We Are: 

Join the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) team as our Instructor of Sports Nutrition. Work on-site, hybrid, or fully remote. In Colorado Springs , enjoy stunning natural landscapes, rich history, arts, and a dynamic tech scene. Join a community that values both outdoor adventure and forward-thinking growth.

Salary Range : $27,500-$29,000 (part-time) per academic year Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.

Work Location: On-site

This position has been determined to be exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

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Summary:

This position is designated as a 50%, 9-month appointment set to begin August 2024. The faculty member is expected to teach up to 9 credit hours of courses in nutrition for exercise and sport each academic year; work with partnering organizations in building sport nutrition services, internships, and/or apprenticeships; mentor students in and outside of the classroom, engage with partner organizations; participate in both internal and external internship and apprenticeship activities; and demonstrate collaborative interests and collegiality in all aspects of university and community engagement. Candidates with expertise in the areas of nutrition, exercise science, and sports performance are encouraged to apply. Applicants should possess good interpersonal and communication skills, including proficiency in English.

Essential Functions:

• Teach courses in nutrition for exercise and sport.
  
• Work with partnering organizations in building and maintaining sport nutrition services, internships, and/or apprenticeships.
• Mentor students in and outside of the classroom.
  
• Demonstrate collaborative interests and collegiality in all aspects of university and community engagement.

Tentative Search Timeline:

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by March 10, 2024. However, this posting will remain open until filled.
• The potential dates for interviews with the search committee will be the week of March 11, 2024.
  
• The potential dates for interviews with the supervisor and appointing authority will be the week of March 18, 2024.
• The potential employee start date is August 2024.

UCCS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Under the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

UCCS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify our office at [email protected] .

Please note that while the position details both required qualifications as well as preferred qualifications below, we want applicants to be aware that they do not need to have all of the desired skills and experience to be considered for this position. If you meet the minimum qualifications, have passion for the work, along with experience in a related field, you are encouraged to apply. We encourage on-the-job training for any additional skills or knowledge that become relevant to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire:

• Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (RD/RDN)
  
• Master's degree in nutrition, exercise physiology or closely related field
• Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSC)

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 or more years of practical experience in collegiate, professional, tactical, or elite sports.
  
• 1 or more academic terms of teaching expertise.
• Certified Specialist in Strength and Conditioning or Certified Athletic Trainer.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. Employee is occasionally required to have long periods of sitting, moderate bending, moderate energy requirements and fine motor skills. Talking and hearing within normal range. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions and meet the physical and environment demands described satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical and environmental conditions required of the employee on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, physical and environmental demands.

Applicants with disabilities: If you have a mental or physical impairment, which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations for testing or interviewing, it is your responsibility to notify the office scheduling the interview or test at least 3 working days before the interview or test date.  If you need special accommodations at the work site, you must notify the appointing authority or Human Resources.