Salary: See Position Description
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 7241612
Agency: University of South Carolina
Opening Date: 06/17/2026
Closing Date: 7/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: KB52
Position Number:: 7241612
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: Unclassified
Opening Date: 06/17/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Your application must be submitted online at https://apptrkr.com/7241612. Google Chrome must be used as the preferred internet browser to enter the applicant portal. QuickLink (Place in Browser): https://apptrkr.com/7241612.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Registered Dietitian
Department: SAAS UHS Health Services
Advertised Salary Range:
Part/Full Time: Full Time
About UofSC
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
Advertised Job Summary
Registered Dietitian
• Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact on student health and wellness?
• Do you enjoy providing 1:1 support for students with complex health needs, including eating disorder care and chronic disease management?
• Would you enjoy engaging in a campus community through interactive nutrition programs, cooking demonstrations, and outreach initiatives?
The Registered Dietitian (RD) delivers nutrition education and Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT ) to a university community, including students, faculty, and staff. This role focuses on the collaborative management of eating disorders and provides MNT for conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, lipid disorders, and food allergies or intolerances, using a weight-neutral, Health at Every Size (HAES ) approach. The RD also supports nutrition-related programming, including cooking demonstrations, classes, outreach initiatives, and health promotion activities. Additionally, the position contributes to training and education for patients, staff, providers, interns, and peer educators, and reports to the Director of Student Well-Being.
Day to Day for this position:
• Provides nutrition therapy to students, faculty, and staff, following guidelines set forth by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the SC Dept of Labor, Licensing and Regulation and USC Student Health Services.
• Plans, manages, and evaluates medical nutrition therapy and nutritional services for college students in targeted, high-risk populations, including individuals with eating disorders.
• Collaborates with Healthy Carolina to develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs for students, faculty, and staff to increase nutrition-related knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors, including supporting demonstration kitchen efforts and leading cooking classes.
Perks • Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find! • 15 paid vacation days • 15 paid sick days • 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• An engaging and collaborative environment.
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Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)
Preferred Qualifications
• Eligibility for registration to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Knowledge and experience in working in College Health with sports nutrition, eating disorders, clinical nutrition and chronic disease management (e.g. diabetes, celiac, Crohn's, etc.) Commitment to a weight-neutral, HAES approach.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Comprehensive knowledge of the science and practice of human nutrition, dietetics standards of practice, food composition, major nutrient sources, and the social, cultural, and economic factors that influence nutritional status and dietary habits.
• Working knowledge of human behavior and behavior-change strategies related to eating habits.
• Knowledge of best practices in collegiate health promotion and public health, with an understanding of student development, emerging needs, and interests.
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Fluent in English.
• Proficient in desktop publishing, word processing, and spreadsheet applications.
• Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, community agencies, and the general public.
• Skilled in providing supportive counseling and training on health and wellness topics to students and members of the University community.
• Able to maintain client focus throughout the day during one-on-one consultations, effectively manage time to balance administrative and programmatic responsibilities within patient flow, and take initiative while applying innovative approaches to meet organizational and client needs.
Job Close Date
07/31/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by July 31, 2026.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities
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EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
