Food Nutrition Data Analyst Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Fully in-person/on-site

Fort Collins, CO

Full time

R2026106304

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Residential Dining Services Nutrition Programs Coordinator is responsible for providing guidance and expertise as a Registered Dietitian to create and implement nutrition-related programs for Housing & Dining Services. These programs include nutrition promotion, individual counseling services to students, and menu consultation to broaden access for those with allergens and special dietary needs. The position develops and executes nutrition programming, provides nutrition counseling, and conducts menu analysis and consultation. The position serves as a liaison with university departments and campus partners for food, nutrition, and wellness-related programs and services.

Full Consideration Date:

This posting will remain open until filled.

Housing & Dining Services:

Please visit https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-people/ to learn about joining Housing & Dining Services (HDS) as one of the largest departments on campus and is responsible for the management, finance, administration, and program development of all University housing facilities, including residence halls, university apartments, and Mountain Campus.

Essential Job Duties:

• Direct, develop, and execute nutrition promotion programs, nutrition promotional classes, nutrition-based programming, food, nutrition, and wellness-related events and programs.

• Conduct individual nutrition counseling; determine dietary needs and provide expertise and guidance to prospective and current students; consult with and recommend meal plan exemptions for students with dietary needs.

• Analyze and evaluate nutritional content of menus and recipes; conduct nutrition data analysis; recommend changes and additions to menus to ensure they are nutritionally balanced and meet the needs of students with dietary restrictions.

• Consult with dining center managers, senior staff, students, and campus partners to provide nutrition expertise concerning menu offerings; evaluate new products for nutritional content and recommend product selection to broaden access to individuals with dietary restrictions.

• Conduct and oversee the analysis of nutrient components within food served and make recommendations on nutrition labeling, signage, and special dietary needs based upon current University, state, and federal laws.

• Create, track, and maintain a yearly budget for expenses related to programming; represent Residential Dining Services on campus committees and councils; mentor interns and student employees.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervision:

Two part-time student employees.

Minimum Qualifications:

** Minimum Required Degree:**

• Possess a bachelor's, master’s, or doctoral degree in human nutrition, foods and nutrition, dietetics, nutrition education, food systems management, or public health nutrition

Minimum Years of Experience and/or Skills:

• Hold a current Registered Dietitian certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong communication and organization skills.

• Strong collaboration skills, including working with multiple departments/areas within an organization.

• Experience working with young adult populations.

• Experience in nutrition promotion, nutrition education, menu analysis, and/or nutrition counseling.

• Three years of supervisory or mentoring experience

Application Instructions:

To apply, please upload a cover letter and resume that clearly outline your work experience, education, certifications, and any other relevant information demonstrating how your qualifications align with the required and preferred qualifications listed in the posting. Because the application system does not provide a separate cover letter upload field, both documents must be uploaded under the section labeled "Resume." Multiple document uploads are accepted, and applicants may upload their cover letter and resume as separate files.

Salary Range

$67,000-$75,000

Required Application Documents

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Cover Letter, Resume/CV

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

• Review our detailed benefits information here. (http://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf)

• Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.

• For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator. (http://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/)

• Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in!

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Inspired by its land-grant heritage, Colorado State University is committed to excellence and engagement, setting the standard for public research universities in teaching, research, service and extension for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world.

Prospective Employees, click here to learn more about CSU's perks and purpose. (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/)

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