Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Job Description

When was the last time you changed the world

In Virginia Techs Division of Student Affairs thats exactly what were doing every dayguiding nurturing and supporting students as they learn and grow into the leaders and world-changers of today and tomorrow.

Were currently searching for a Registered Dietitian / Nutritionist to join our Schiffert Health Center team in Blacksburg VA to help us in our mission. So if youre wanting to share your knowledge of nutrition and help with the health and wellbeing of others please keep reading.

HERES WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE ROLE:
1)Youll be joining the Schiffert Health Center team; a department centered on the health and wellbeing of the Virginia Tech student population.
2) Youll have a dual reporting structure to the Director of Schiffert Health Center and Senior Director of Hokie Wellness in a Regular twelve-month 100% administrative professional appointment.
3)Youll be responsible for providing individualized nutrition guidance for students with a wide range of health and dietary needs including but not limited to adjusting eating patterns navigating concerns related to disordered eating supporting balanced weight practices optimizing nutrition for athletic performance promoting mindful and intuitive eating approaches and managing food allergies or intolerances.
4) Youll serve as Case Manager for Healthy Eating Assessment and Referral Team (HEART)
5) Youll advance healthy living and well-being across campus by designing coordinating and delivering nutrition and body image initiatives in partnership with key campus collaborators.
6) Youll have the chance to grow and take advantage of a developmental plan with opportunities to advance within the Department and the Division.
7) Youll be offered a base compensation package between $60000 - $65000 along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance paid leave retirement tuition assistance VT discounts and so much more!

HERES WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:
1) THE UNIVERSITY: Virginia tech as an employer is committed to developing well-rounded employees who are active members of the university community as well as the community at-large. From comprehensive insurance plans to tuition assistance Virginia Tech offers employees a variety of benefits and perks to help team members build a fuller and more balanced life.
2) THE DIVISION: For our students and ourselves the Division of Student Affairs believes that changing the world requires courageous leadership and commitment to curiosity integrity civility and service to others. Our culture is defined by a commitment to our aspirations for student learning.
3) THE TEAM: Schiffert Health Centers mission is to ensure the delivery of high-quality accessible cost-effective and culturally competent medical care and health promotion for Virginia Tech students.

Required Qualifications
Bachelors or higher degree in the field of dietetics nutrition or nutrition education.
Must be credentialed as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with active registration through the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Some experience in related clinical nutrition/dietetics.
Familiarity working with individuals aged from adolescent to adult with developmental and nutritional education and support needs as well as health conditions that require nutritional assessment and therapy.
Experience in nutrition counseling for mental health stress and athletic performance.
Professional demeanor excellent clinical and interpersonal skills for individual and group interactions strong verbal and written communication skills and the personal maturity to deal effectively with ill and/or troubled students.
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of personal health information is essential.
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team (Counseling Hokie Wellness and Rec Sports).

Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience working in a higher education setting.
Demonstrated experience working with and managing disordered eating clients.
Previous case management experience.

Pay Band

4

Overtime Status

Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

$60000 - $65000

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Hours per week

40

Review Date

03/30/2026

Additional Information

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

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its mottoUt Prosim(That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is aninclusive communitydedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eightundergraduate colleges aschool of medicine aveterinary medicinecollegeGraduate School andHonors College.The university has a significant presence across Virginia including Blacksburg the greater Washington D.C. area the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke sites in Newport News and Richmond and numerousExtension officesandresearch institutes.A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees students or applicants on the basis of age color disability sex (including pregnancy) gender gender identity gender expression genetic information ethnicity or national origin political affiliation race religion sexual orientation or military status or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about discuss or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants or on any other basis protected by law.

For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies contact the Office for Civil Rights Compliance and Prevention Education at or Virginia Tech 220 Gilbert Street Suite 5200 Blacksburg VA 24061.

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