Sports Nutrition Education Assistant

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Major Duties

Under the general supervision of the Associate Athletic Director for Health and Wellness and the Deputy Director of Athletics, the Sports Nutrition Education Assistant supports the nutritional health program of CSUN's Division I student-athletes. The incumbent assists in the planning, designing, implementing, and evaluation of the nutrition programs to enhance athletic performance, recovery, and overall health by researching, developing, and maintaining health education materials; and planning and conducting educational programs and workshops.

• Works closely with Sports Medicine, Sports Performance, and coaching staff to assist with the development of comprehensive nutrition guidelines and services across all athletic teams.
• Tracks and maintains student records; and provides various administrative services to assist in the nutritional needs of student-athletes.
• Supports the creation and maintenance of basic nutrition materials to meet the general health needs of athletes, considering their training and competition schedules.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Sports Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field; HIPPA certification is preferred.
• Experience managing fueling stations in athletic settings; 1-2 years of experience in sports nutrition, preferably in a collegiate or professional sports setting are preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• General knowledge of the techniques for collecting and compiling data, and the means of disseminating educational information to the public through various mass and audio or visual media; working knowledge of the elements of health education programming.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to individuals with various interests and from varying cultural and ethnic backgrounds; prepare and deliver informational talks or lead group discussions using visual and other aids and provide clear, understandable answers to questions that are raised by target group audiences; conduct interviews or group discussions to obtain data on health habits and needs, observe reactions to questions, and record or summarize findings; conduct research using a variety of sources to develop and prepare educational materials; draft simple staff reports and articles for publication in newsletters and bulletins; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, target segments of the student community and representatives of the news media; ability to meet deadlines and maintain detailed records.
• Familiarity with NCAA regulations and compliance, particularly in the area of nutrition and supplementation; and a general understanding of sports nutrition principles is desirable.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver, and more.
• Classification: Health Education Assistant / 8145 / 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $4369 - $4888 per month, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $4369 - $8430 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; flexible schedule, may include evenings and weekends and travel with athletic teams for away games and events.  
• This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period. 

General Information

• Applications received through February 24, 2025 will be considered in the initial review and the review of applications will continue until position is filled.
• This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, nationality, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran or military status, and disability. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.

Salary : $4,369 - $4,888