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Performance Dietitian

Fort Liberty, NC · On-site

$72K - $98K/yr

Serve as a primary advisor on sports foods, dietary supplements, medical foods, and performance enhancing substances within the POTFF program and unit/Command. WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED: * Bachelor ...

Serve as a primary advisor on sports foods, dietary supplements, medical foods, and performance enhancing substances within the POTFF program and unit/Command. WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED: * Bachelor ...

Serve as a primary advisor on sports foods, dietary supplements, medical foods, and performance enhancing substances within the POTFF program and unit/Command. WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED: * Bachelor ...

Performance Dietitian

San Diego, CA · On-site

$72K - $98K/yr

Serve as a primary advisor on sports foods, dietary supplements, medical foods, and performance enhancing substances within the POTFF program and unit/Command. WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED: * Bachelor ...

... Sport or Informed Choice when applicable. * Communicate supplement questions, concerns, or player requests to the Sports Performance Dietitian. Performance Nutrition Operations * Support setup ...

Performance Dietitian Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development ... Ensure that adequate educational materials and sports nutrition specific supplies are available ...

The incumbent ensures that sport and performance based dietetic modalities are provided to active duty, families, and all authorized users aboard the base in support of military readiness. Utilizes ...

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How much do sport performance dietitian jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for sport performance dietitian in the United States is $76,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,500.00 and $88,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a sport performance dietitian?

A Sport Performance Dietitian is a nutrition expert who works with athletes to optimize their diet for peak performance, recovery, and overall health. They assess an athlete's nutritional needs based on their sport, training regimen, and goals, then develop personalized meal plans and hydration strategies. They also educate athletes on proper fueling, supplementation, and weight management to enhance performance and reduce injury risk. These dietitians often collaborate with coaches, trainers, and medical professionals to ensure a comprehensive approach to an athlete's well-being.

What are some typical daily responsibilities of a sport performance dietitian?

Sport Performance Dietitians routinely assess athletes’ nutritional needs, develop individualized meal and hydration plans, and provide ongoing education on sports nutrition principles. They frequently collaborate with coaches, athletic trainers, and medical staff to align nutrition strategies with training and competition schedules. Additionally, they may conduct group workshops or presentations, monitor body composition and supplement use, and adjust plans based on performance outcomes. These activities are essential for supporting athletes in achieving peak performance and maintaining overall health throughout the training cycle.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sport performance dietitian?

To thrive as a Sport Performance Dietitian, you need expertise in nutrition science, exercise physiology, and diet planning, typically supported by a degree in nutrition/dietetics and registration as a dietitian (RD or RDN). Proficiency in dietary analysis software, nutrition tracking tools, and familiarity with laboratory data interpretation are often required. Strong interpersonal communication, motivational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with athletes, coaches, and medical staff distinguish outstanding professionals in this field. These skills are vital to deliver effective nutrition strategies that optimize athlete performance and recovery while ensuring compliance with sports regulations.

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Infographic showing various Sport Performance Dietitian job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $76,000 per year, or $36.5 per hour.

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REQ#: RQ223320Public Trust: None Requisition Type: Regular Your Impact

Own your opportunity to be on the frontlines of health innovation. Deliver for Americas health agency missions and enhance lives for hundreds of millions every day.

Job Description

We are GDIT. The people supporting and securingsome of the most complex government, defense, andintelligence projects across the country. We ensuretoday is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work hasmeaning and impact on the world aroundus, but also on us, andthatsimportant.

GDIT is your place. You make it your own by embracingautonomy, seizing opportunity, and being rusted todeliver your best every day.

We think. We act. We deliver. There is no challenge wecantturn into opportunity. And our work depends on aPerformance Dietitian joining our team to supportcustomer activities.

The Performance Dietitian provides specialized nutrition care and performancefocused dietary guidance to optimize the health, recovery, and operational readiness of personnel. The PD delivers direct access medical nutrition therapy, develops evidencebased nutrition protocols, supports returntoduty pathways, and collaborates with leadership and human performance teams to promote informed fueling practices. This role includes individual counseling, group education, laboratoryinformed assessment, and operational nutrition support across training and rehabilitation environments.

HOW A PERFORMANCE DIETITIAN WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

  • Function as direct access providers, evaluating and counseling personnel without a referral.
  • Provide individual and group nutritional planning, screening, assessment, intervention, counseling, and documentation that is guided by evidence-based peer-reviewed literature.
  • Collaborate with, advise, collaborate, and consult with the chain of command on issues pertinent to all aspects of nutrition.
  • Conduct individualized nutrition assessments, which may include ordering labs and hydration assessment.
  • Provide small and large group education on performance nutrition.
  • Develop protocols to optimize performance and readiness.
  • Develop protocols for rehabilitation and return to duty.
  • Serve as an advisor and consultant on dining facility and/or galley nutrition and coordinate between food service and command.
  • Serve as a primary advisor on sports foods, dietary supplements, medical foods, and performance enhancing substances within the POTFF program and unit/Command.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

  • Bachelor of Science in Nutrition Science (Master of Science, preferred) or related field and hold certification from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) as a Registered Dietitian (RD)
  • Masters degree may be replaced with five (5) plus years of paid, full-time experience as a Sport and/or Performance Dietitian with individual athletes and groups of athletes at the levels of NCAA Collegiate Division I, Olympic, professional sports, USAF CRAFT, USAF SWTW, and/or SOF Operators in the accompanying, respective settings.
  • Minimum of three (3) years or more of demonstrable accumulated experience as a Sport and/or Performance Dietitian with individual athletes and groups of athletes at the levels of NCAA Collegiate Division I, Olympic, professional sports, USAF CRAFT, USAF SWTW and/or SOF Operators in the accompanying, respective settings.
  • Possess a specialty certification as a Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD).
    • CSSD certification may be deferred by the COR if all other qualifications are met;
    • If deferred, the contractor shall earn the CSSD within six (6) months of employment

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

  • Certifications and/or diplomas relevant to a Performance Dietitian's practice are desired, but not required:
    • International Society for the Advancement of Kinanthropometry (ISAK) Level 1 & 2 o International Olympic Committee Diploma in Sport Nutrition
    • Integrative and Functional Nutrition Certified ProfessionalTM (IFNCP)
    • Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science degree in Culinary Arts/Science/Nutrition, or Professional Culinary Experience (i.e., Chef, Sous Chef, Line Cook, etc.)

CLEARANCE: Secret or Top-Secret Clearance, or the ability to obtain clearance.

LOCATION: Various OCONUS & CONUS SITES

This is a contingent posting, expected to start in 2027.

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.
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