OLYMPIC SPORTS NUTRITION OPERATIONS COORDINATOR (TEMPORARY)

$44,990 - $60,112/Yr

University of Washington - Bothell, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Bothell, WA

Educational Services

About the position

The Olympic Sports Nutrition Operations Coordinator will oversee the central and satellite fueling stations, manage their staffing, and coordinate all inventory and ordering for training fuel and nutritional/ergogenic supplements for student-athletes in the University of Washington Athletic Department. This position is crucial for ensuring that student-athletes have access to the necessary nutrition to support their training and performance. The coordinator will be based out of the Performance Nutrition Center in the Graves Annex Building of the Athletic Department and will report directly to the Director of Performance Nutrition. In this role, the coordinator will be responsible for ensuring that the central fueling station is fully stocked and clean, managing the basketball locker room budget, and tracking inventory of food and beverage usage. They will also manage a small staff of workers, sports nutrition volunteers, and students, coordinating schedules and training. The coordinator will interact with student-athletes, providing them with information and resources related to nutrition, and will maintain a sanitary environment by adhering to food safety protocols. The position requires strong organizational skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and effective communication skills. The coordinator will also be responsible for managing communications within the fueling stations, ensuring that all information is accurate and up-to-date. Compliance with university and NCAA regulations is paramount, and the coordinator will be expected to participate in rules education programs as required. This is a temporary position, with a commitment to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all staff and student-athletes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the central fueling station is fully stocked and clean.
• Manage basketball locker room budget, stocking, and ordering.
• Track inventory of food and beverage usage in the central and satellite fueling stations.
• Manage a small staff of workers, sports nutrition volunteers, and students.
• Coordinate competition day and travel nutrition snacks for teams.
• Maintain a sanitary and clean environment for student athletes by following food safety protocols.
• Interact with student-athletes and be available to answer questions or direct them to appropriate resources.
• Manage communications within the central and satellite fueling stations.
• Adhere to budget guidelines laid out by the Director of Performance Nutrition.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of experience in the program specialty OR equivalent education/experience.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and as an integral member of the Performance Nutrition Department.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment while still paying attention to detail.
• Possess strong time and priority management skills and effective oral and written communication skills.
• Practice safe food handling skills and obtain food handlers permit within 30 days of hire.
• Be able to lift, push, and pull objects up to 50 lbs.
• Be reliable and dependable in accomplishing assigned tasks.

Nice-to-haves

• Food service experience.
• Interest in becoming Registered Dietitians in the athletic setting.
• Strong interest in the field of sports nutrition and management.
• Experience in project management and managing a small staff.
• Experience in collegiate and/or professional sport fueling station operation.
• Strong communication skills and work ethic.
• Ability to work autonomously.

Benefits

• Generous benefits and work/life programs offered by the University of Washington.