Director of Sports Nutrition​/Football

The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core values of Integrity, Service, Honor, Excellence, and Strong Together. Guided by our motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), we are committed to fostering a culture that accepts, affirms, and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department, university, and broader community.

The Director of Sports Nutrition / Football will oversee all areas of nutrition support for Virginia Tech Football including athlete feeding, supplementation, hydration, and nutrition educational needs. The person in this position will exemplify Virginia Tech Athletics Department’s 5 core values:
Integrity, Service, Honor, Excellence and Strong Together. This position reports directly to the Associate Athletic Director of Sports Nutrition.

• Master's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field with related experience.
• Registered Dietitian; completion of a didactic program in dietetics and supervised practice program approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Ability to work a nonstandard work week which includes nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, intense work environment.
• Sports nutrition experience.

• Completion of or working towards a Board Certification for Specialist in Sports Dietetics.
• Significant work experience as a Registered Dietitian.
• Previous employment in intercollegiate or professional athletics.
• Previous experience working with collegiate or professional football.
• Member of the American Sports and Performance Dietitians Association (ASPDA).

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Exempt:
Not eligible for overtime

Restricted

Commensurate with experience.

40+. Nights and weekends as needed.

2/25/2026

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The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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