Job Location – Pecos, TX (Reeves County Recreation Center – “The Rec”)

Reports to – Executive Director 

Overview:

Our mission – “To provide the most comprehensive health, wellness, and recreational sports services to help our members and guests achieve their best potential.”

Our vision – “To pioneer a seamless integration of performance and fitness, nutrition, physical therapy, massage, child care, along with sports and recreation all under one roof.”

Position Overview:

Seeking dynamic individual for a Performance Dietitian role working with various populations and clientele at our state of the art and newly constructed Recreation Center. The Rec will pioneer and promote the integrated health model in providing a seamless integration of performance training, fitness and wellness, nutrition, rehabilitation, recovery, child care, and recreational sport activities all under one roof.

The Rec is based on a fluid and fast paced professional team environment where all staff are required to wear multiple professional hats, and work within a highly supportive team environment. All staff are required to be highly professional, supportive, respectful, and valued for their unique talents and experience at all times.

The ideal candidate will have the professional opportunity to advance to a role beyond the listed post based on the performance, management, and success of the Nutrition Department and the Rec as a whole.

Responsibilities and job functions include, but are not limited to:

• Help supervise all aspects of the Nutrition Department, including assisting customers, provide nutritional information, and preparing all pre-, during, post-workout supplementation, healthy foods and snacks, smoothies, hydration, etc. in a positive, accurate, and timely manner.
• Help supervise all aspects of the Nutrition Bar, including helping oversee all Nutrition Bar Attendants, operations, scheduling, ordering, inventory, etc.
• Assist in the hiring, training, and supervision of Nutrition Bar Attendants, Interns, etc.
• Enthusiastically greet and direct members, guests, and staff as they enter/exit the Nutrition area.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of the Rec's various integrated services, programs, and staff.
• Collaborate and work in a holistic team environment that includes Performance and Fitness, Nutrition, Physical Therapy, Massage, Aquatics, Child Care, and Recreational Sports.  
• Help perform, plan, and prepare all assessments and programs following our integrated health model.
• Help evaluate and update overall nutrition, hydration, and recovery programs for clients as needed to ensure optimal outcome.
• Help instruct, motivate, and mentor clients 1-on-1, in small groups, and large groups in a safe, legal, moral, and ethical manner to achieve their goals.
• Openly communicate with staff, members, and guests to ensure all goals are met.
• Help ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all members and guests in the Nutrition areas.
• Help provide a safe, fun, happy, and educational experience for all members and guests utilizing our Nutrition services.
• Assist in the daily cleaning, stocking, and maintenance of all Nutrition areas, including maintaining documentation and preventative maintenance of all related areas, supplies, and equipment.
• Participate in staff education covering all aspects of the Rec's methodology.
• Help develop fliers, brochures, advertisements, etc. to promote the various Nutrition services.
• Help conduct various client engagements, educational activities, and events.
• Act as a professional liaison of the Rec and provide a warm and welcoming environment for all members and guests.
• Follow established policies and procedures set forth by the Executive Director.
• Take on added role as needed and determined by the Executive Director.
• Maintain professional credentials as required, including but not limited to, attending necessary continuing education courses.
• Cross train with other departments within the Rec’s purview.
• Some travel may be required.

Physical Requirements:

Candidates applying for this position should be comfortable in various environmental conditions and be able to lift at least 50 pounds unassisted repeatedly throughout the workday. The physical requirements of this job require frequent standing, walking, demonstrating, and assisting as needed.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s in Nutrition, Exercise Science, or a related degree from an accredited university.
• At least 1 nationally accredited certification in Nutrition (i.e., ISSA, NASM, Precision Nutrition, etc.), and/or a Registered Dietitian through the ADA.
• Certified First Aid & CPR w/ AED by American Red Cross (will certify in-house).
• Demonstrate energy and passion for helping others achieve their personal goals.
• Strong customer service skills where servicing the “client” is top priority.
• Excellent computer skills including MS Office or related products.

Preferred:

• Master's in Nutrition, Exercise Science, or a related degree from an accredited university.
• Background, knowledge, and experience in Exercise Science, Sports Nutrition, etc.
• Background and experience in working with various clientele and populations, including athletes.
• Licensed Registered Dietitian (RD) and/or Licensed Sports Dietitian (CSSD).
• At least 1 nationally accredited certification as a Performance Specialist, Strength and Conditioning Coach, or similar certification.

Classification:

• This is a full-time non-exempt (FTNE) position.

Benefits and Incentives:

All County benefits, including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid vacation
• Complimentary membership to the Rec Center.
• Generous professional allowance and discounts on top quality athletic clothing, nutritional supplements, child care, and our integrated services.
• Added compensation & financial incentives based on yearly performance and revenue.
• Specific allowance for continued education reimbursement.
• Specific allowance for moving expenses reimbursement.
• Opportunity for professional development, advancement, and growth.
• On-site training & education benefits.

Benefit and Incentive Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply.
• Only full-time employees are eligible.

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