Sports Nutrition Intern (5171U) About Berkeley

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We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, our Principles of Community, and our Strategic Plan.



Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: December 28, 2019



Departmental Overview

The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics consists of more than 275 staff members and coaches and sponsors 30 varsity sports programs. These 30 programs include more than 850 student-athletes who participate in the various sports programs annually within the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA). We are currently seeking a Sports Nutrition Intern who will work within the department's Sports Nutrition unit.

Responsibilities

Overview:

The University of California Berkeley Athletic Department is currently accepting applications for 1 Sports Nutrition Intern for the Spring 2020 semester. This is a part-time paid position. This opportunity will allow the intern to gain experience working in collegiate sports nutrition by assisting the Sports Nutrition staff with overseeing grab and go and managing volunteers. Hours may include early mornings, nights, and weekends.

Under direct supervision, learns to apply professional concepts to develop, plan, organize and administer athletics programs, operating procedures and guidelines.

Assists department Sports Nutritionist with developing and running a Division 1, Power 5 sports nutrition program.

Maintains grab and go by assisting with inventory, storage, budget, and additional operational activities

Employee will proactively monitor consumption of products and make recommendations to staff on future products and ordering.

Learns to maintain and analyze departmental database and prepare reports and analyses.

Assists with developing sports nutrition plans for teams and athletes. Includes developing training table menus, cooking demos, recipe development, preparing grocery lists, and developing educational materials.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training

Qualified candidates should have an understanding of food safety and inventory standards

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills and ability to follow directions and meet deadlines

Demonstrated strong work ethic and dependability

Must possess strong leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Working toward Registered Dietician

Servsafe certification

Salary & Benefits

Salary is $15.59/hour.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit:



http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html



How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single attachment when applying.



Other Information

This is a 1-year part time contract position (40%)

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.



Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant see: http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf
For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see:
http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct





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