Coordinator, Performance Nutrition Services for Football

One Robert Wood Johnson Place
New Brunswick, NJ

Job Title: Program Coordinator

Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick

Department Name: Rutgers Athletic Department

Req #: 0000238171

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Section I: Job Identification

Job Code: S0114

Job Title: Coordinator; Performance Nutrition Services for Football

Department Name: Rutgers Athletic Department

Reports To: Assistant Director

Section II: Summary of Job Function

The Coordinator of Performance Nutrition Services for Football will develop and maintain a high-performance program that integrates with the various health and performance disciplines within the football program, using research and data driven decision-making to optimize these areas for the football student-athletes who are supported by Rutgers Athletics,

Required:

Bachelor's degree in healthcare, health and wellness, exercise science, sports science, or nutrition,

Preferred/ Desired:

Master's degree in nutrition, exercise science, or related field,

Credentialed as Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN)

Credentialed Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD),

Additional Details:

Must possess subject-matter expertise in integrated high-performance strategies that directly support exercise performance or demonstrate a clear plan for enhancing knowledge in this area to satisfy job requirements,

Experience manipulating large sets of performance data,

Experience managing multiple tasks while working proficiently under pressure,

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with efficiency and effectiveness,

Must possess strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, follow up, and follow through,

Must be detail-oriented and possess excellent oral and written communication skills,

Strict adherence to confidentiality and privacy regulations,

Knowledge of the Big Ten Football Conference and NCAA rules and regulations, particularly regarding recruitment,

Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite with ability to gain proficiency in other computer programs as needed to satisfy job requirements,

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license,

Work Environment and Hazards

Ability to work in surroundings with a degree of dust, noise, odors, etc,

without undue discomfort,

May be exposed to mechanical/electrical/radiant/explosive/burn and chemical hazards,

May be required to work both indoors/outdoors under extreme temperatures,

Special Physical Demands

Ability to hear, talk, walk, stand, bend and stretch,

Ability to routinely lift equipment and supplies, up to 50 pounds, from the ground,

Ability to read, write and interpret documents,

Ability to sit for long periods of time at desk to perform job functions,

Ability to communicate effectively with clients and co-workers,

May be required to operate and clean equipment

Essential Functions:

Demonstrates the awareness of safety, security, life safety, preparedness and utility and equipment management policies competencies; Adheres to Standard Precautions

Adheres to Safety and Infection Control policies

Attends mandatory in-services

Demonstrates awareness of security, life safety, emergency

Preparedness and utility and equipment management policies and procedures

Helps maintain a safe and clean patient/work environment

Follows incident reporting procedures

Oversee all aspects of the sports nutrition services provided to the football student-athletes,

Supervise direct reports in the completion of subset duties related to sports nutrition, oversight of student volunteers, student workers, and interns,

Through research and individual evaluations this position will help establish nutrition goals for the student-athletes and the associated strategies for accomplishing respective goals,

Assist in the maintenance of the student-athlete monitoring system for the collection and communication of information regarding student-athlete nutrition,

Develop and deliver high-performance content for coach education and player development and/or coordinate guest speakers to enhance personal and professional growth of the program,

Foster communication, within the bounds of confidentiality and other related matters of propriety, by making sure that relevant information is set forth and present to coaches, staff, qualified healthcare providers, and student athletes in a clear, concise, and cogent format,

Meet on a formal and regularly scheduled basis with supervisor as a basis for enhancement of performance,

Commit to professional development through a planned schedule of continued education courses, programs, and seminars, as recommended, and approved by supervisor,

Familiarize and abide by all policies and procedures set forth by Sports Health Department, Athletic Department, University, Big Ten Conference, and NCAA,

Engage or participate in other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or head football coach,

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

 

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

  • Dental and Vision Insurance

  • Retirement Plans

  • Short & Long Term Disability

  • Life & Accidental Death Insurance

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Wellness Programs

  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

  • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

 

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

 

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,

high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering

a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team.  We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.  As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. 

 

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer



RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Posted 2026-05-15

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