Los Angeles Angels- Full Time Minor League Sports Dietitian

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as the point of contact to execute the day-to-day nutrition needs for player fueling, health and performance in the rehab group, AA and AAA teams – including catering and food service logistics for affiliates at High A and for the AA and AAA levels.
• Oversee nutrition education initiatives in the High A, AA and AAA.
• Coordinating athlete nutrition care, measuring success and communicating results and relevant information to the MLB dietitian.
• Onboarding newly drafted players in July/August to help them assimilate to professional baseball.

Duties

• Collaborate with sports performance team to establish player plans and season goals.
• Create and educate players on individual fueling plans to support their growth and development.
• Meet weekly in-season to report player plan progress and adjustments to Major League Sports Dietitian.
• Coordinate in season meals with clubhouse managers, caterers and/or chefs at both home and away locations according to athlete needs and MiLB budget.
• Travel to minor league affiliates, both at home and on the road, to meet individually with players, provide education, and evaluate the meals and snacks provided.
• Advise clubhouse managers regarding fueling resources available at each affiliate location.
• Assess and analyze dietary habits, body composition, hydration practices and energy balance of players throughout the season and adjust fueling habits to enhance athletic performance and organizational goals.
• Advise athletes on individualized nutrition strategies based on needs and/or goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and Registered Dietitian (RD/N) Credential required.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics preferred.
• Spanish Speaking preferred.
• At least 1 year working with a veteran sports dietitian.
• Professional behavior and communication.
• Able to work long hours, nights and weekends throughout the season.
• Able to travel 14 - 21 days each month during the season to affiliates.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Able to inspire change in multiple personality types and cultures.