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Job overview

Area of Responsibility
Sports MedicineSports Performance
Type
Full-Time
Location
Lexington, Virginia

Campus Dietitian, Parkhurst

Virginia Military Institute – VMIFull-TimeLexington, VA

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Wellness & Counseling – 40%

Provide one-on-one nutritional assessment and counseling for cadets, addressing topics such as chronic disease management, weight management, food allergies and intolerances, performance goals, and disordered eating.

Track progress and develop personalized nutrition plans in alignment with cadet goals.

Provide group education for student organizations, athletic teams, and wellness events.

Coordinate wellness table events in partnership with dining services, health services, and athletics.

Athletic Nutrition Support – 40%

Collaborate with athletics staff and coaches to deliver targeted sports nutrition guidance for cadet athletes.

Focus areas include performance fueling, hydration strategies, recovery nutrition, and game-day preparation.

Support nutrition-related needs aligned with training schedules and competition cycles.

Dining Services & Program Support – 20%

Provide guidance on allergen management, nutritional transparency, and dietary accommodations across dining platforms.

Partner with culinary and operations teams to enhance menus based on nutrition standards and cadet feedback.

Deliver training for dining staff, including the AllerTrain allergen awareness program.

Organize and execute wellness tabling and engagement events in partnership with dining and campus partners.

Qualifications:

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN)

2+ years of relevant experience in a higher education, clinical, or athletic setting

Current licensure in State of Virginia

Strong interest or experience in sports nutrition preferred

Collaborative, yet self-directed and independently motivated

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a student-first mindset

Strong planning and organizational skills to consistently meet deadlines

Benefits:

FREE meal during your shift.

20% discount on any food purchase at Eat’n Park, Hello Bistro, The Porch, and Parkhurst Dining.

Paid time off.

Access to continuous development with Smile Universe.

Eligibility for 401k, vision, dental, and medical plans.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Bending, reaching and grasping.

Walking short distances.

Sitting for long periods of time