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Provides nutritional planning, counseling, and documentation that is guided by evidence-based peer reviewed literature. * Advises the chain of command on issues pertinent to nutrition and performance ...

Provide nutritional planning, counseling, and documentation guided by evidence-based peer-reviewed literature. * Advise the chain of command on issues pertinent to nutrition and performance nutrition.

Provide nutritional planning, counseling, and documentation guided by evidence-based peer-reviewed literature. * Advise the chain of command on issues pertinent to nutrition and performance nutrition.

Provides nutritional planning, counseling, and documentation that is guided by evidence-based peer reviewed literature. * Advises the chain of command on issues pertinent to nutrition and performance ...

Provide nutritional planning, counseling, and documentation guided by evidence-based peer-reviewed literature. * Advise the chain of command on issues pertinent to nutrition and performance nutrition.

Provides nutritional planning, counseling, and documentation that is guided by evidence-based peer reviewed literature. * Advises the chain of command on issues pertinent to nutrition and performance ...

Provide nutritional planning, counseling, and documentation guided by evidence-based peer-reviewed literature. * Advise the chain of command on issues pertinent to nutrition and performance nutrition.

Provides nutritional planning, counseling, and documentation that is guided by evidence-based peer reviewed literature. * Advises the chain of command on issues pertinent to nutrition and performance ...

Provide nutritional planning, counseling, and documentation guided by evidence-based peer-reviewed literature. * Advise the chain of command on issues pertinent to nutrition and performance nutrition.

Responsibilities include the development of highly personalized nutrition programs, ongoing consultation, and thoughtful alignment of dietary strategies with fitness, lifestyle, and performance goals.

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As of Jun 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for performance nutritionist in the United States is $54,137.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $61,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical day look like for a Performance Nutritionist working with athletic teams?

A typical day for a Performance Nutritionist often involves assessing athletes’ dietary needs, designing and updating individualized nutrition plans, and conducting one-on-one or group consultations. You may work closely with coaches, trainers, and medical staff to align nutrition strategies with training regimens, competitions, and recovery periods. Additionally, responsibilities can include conducting educational workshops, analyzing performance data, and staying up to date with the latest research in sports nutrition. The dynamic nature of this role means you will frequently adapt plans based on athletes’ performance metrics and feedback, making teamwork and adaptability essential. This collaborative environment enables Performance Nutritionists to have a measurable impact on both individual and team success.

What does a Performance Nutritionist do?

A Performance Nutritionist specializes in optimizing an individual's diet to enhance athletic performance, recovery, and overall health. They work with athletes, teams, and active individuals to develop tailored nutrition plans based on training demands, body composition goals, and competition schedules. Their role includes meal planning, hydration strategies, supplementation guidance, and educating clients about proper fueling for peak performance. They may collaborate with coaches, trainers, and medical staff to ensure an integrated approach to performance and well-being.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Performance Nutritionist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Performance Nutritionist, you need a solid understanding of sports nutrition, exercise physiology, and individualized meal planning, often supported by a degree in nutrition or dietetics and relevant certifications such as Registered Dietitian (RD) or Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD). Experience with dietary analysis software, body composition assessment tools, and nutrition tracking systems is highly valuable. Strong communication, motivational, and collaboration skills help build trust with clients and work effectively with coaches, athletes, and multidisciplinary teams. These competencies ensure you can design effective nutritional strategies that optimize athletic performance and health outcomes.

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Performance Dietician

Performance Dietician

GDIT

Hurlburt Field, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


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7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Healthcare Services

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Clinical Staffing, Counseling, Documentations, Inservice Training, Office Administration

Certifications:

None

Experience:

3 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Performance Dietician supporting mission critical work on an exciting program. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects, build your skills, and grow a rewarding career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Performance Dietician supporting our customer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Performance Dietician joining our team.

HOW A PERFORMANCE DIETICIAN WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

  • Performs administrative and clinical duties within their scope of practice.
  • Provides nutritional planning, counseling, and documentation that is guided by evidence-based peer reviewed literature.
  • Advises the chain of command on issues pertinent to nutrition and performance nutrition.
  • Works within the scope of practice, which may include ordering labs.
  • Provides individual and group counseling for guidance on performance nutrition.
  • Designs and implements performance nutrition programs for agency personnel in Garrison, TAD/TDY, and deployed settings.
  • Develops nutritional protocols and guidelines for rehabilitation and performance.
  • Collaborates with the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator for implementation of new protocols and guidelines.
  • Serves as an advisor on dining facility and/or galley nutrition and liaison between food service and command.
  • Assists other regional agency personnel assets as required by the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator and approved by the chain of command.
  • Attends and participate in meetings with other program staff members and medical personnel as requested and/or required.
  • Serves as an advisor on supplementary nutrition, supplements, and performance enhancing substances within the program.
  • Ensures that adequate educational materials and sports nutrition specific supplies are available.
  • Assists with supply inventories and provide input on supply needs.
  • Ensures that equipment and facilities under the purview of the Performance Dietitian are in safe working condition and are properly utilized.
  • Ensures that records are updated as required.
  • Participates in periodic in-service training for members of the HP Staff.
  • Attends required training in accordance with guiding instructions. Commands will allow for attendance at the necessary conferences or courses to complete continuing education units required to maintain professional certification.
  • Maintains 100% compliance with local mandatory command training requirements.
  • Performs administrative duties, which may include maintaining records of workload, participating in education programs, and participating in clinical staff quality assurance functions.
  • Participates in peer (record) reviews as directed and required.
  • Develops and promulgate training materials as requested and required by the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator.
  • Performs other tasks, within the scope of the PD position description, as assigned by the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator.
  • Documents work performed, utilization, encounters, referrals, and all other information on the Military's Electronic Health Record (i.e. AHLTA, MHS GENESIS, etc.) and/or the HP Enterprise-wide database (e.g., Smartbase, etc.), as directed by HP program manager and/or coordinator and or required by headquarters and its staff.
  • Collects and reports all data as requested by the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator and required by headquarters and its staff.
  • Proficiently utilizes computers, software, and technologies as required and requested by the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator as required by headquarters and its staff.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • US Citizenship required.
  • Minimum of 5 years or more of demonstrable accumulated experience (continuous and sustained experience preferred) as a Performance Dietitian with individual athletes and groups of athletes at the levels of NCAA Division I, Olympic, professional, and/or military personnel in the accompanying, respective settings. Paid full-time experience as a Government civilian or contract employee at US Army and/or Marine Corps Infantry Units, may be counted towards minimum qualification requirements, provided this experience was gained within the most recent, continuous 1 year, as a directly embedded staff member, on-site with respective Army and/or Marine Corp entities.
  • May be required to receive and maintain clinical practice privileges.
  • Fluent oral and written communication skills in English.
  • Capable of meeting physical demands of training with agency personnel including the ability to hike over rough terrain and function in austere environments to observe agency personnel training evolutions and the ability to assist with strength and conditioning testing and training protocols.
  • Must be able to lift and manipulate loads and plates up to 25 kilograms.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

EDUCATION: Master's level degree in Nutrition Science or related field.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Must maintain current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) by the American Heart Association; must provide front and back proof of all training/certs/documentation.
  • Certification from the American Dietetic Association (ADA) as a Registered Dietitian (RD) and a specialty certification as a Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD). CSSD certification may be waived by the COR if all other qualifications are met; however, the CSSD should be earned within six months of employment.
  • Current and valid state certification/licensure.

PREFERRED SKILLS/TRAINING:

  • Prior military experience.
  • Certification as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS).

This is a contingent posting, expected to start in 2026.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

  • 401K with company match
  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
  • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
  • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
  • Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
  • Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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The likely salary range for this position is $72,877 - $98,599. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA FL Hurlburt Field - 229 Cody Ave (FLC017)

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work:

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at

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GDIT is a global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence community. Its 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. The company operates across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber, and application development.

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