At a Glance
- Tasks: Guide special operations forces on nutrition to enhance performance and recovery.
- Company: Join KBR, a leader in innovative solutions for service personnel and astronauts.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, relocation support, and a range of lifestyle benefits.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of those who serve our country.
- Qualifications: Master's degree in Nutrition Science and relevant certifications required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
We are seeking a stellar Special Operations Performance Dietitian that will provide guidance and counseling on nutritional practices to enhance recovery and optimize performance for special operations forces (SOF) personnel, with the priority on SOF Operators and Direct Combat Support personnel on the Preservation of the Force and Family (POTFF) contract.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Perform administrative and clinical duties within their scope of practice.
- Provide nutritional planning, counseling, and documentation that is guided by evidence-based peer reviewed literature.
- Advise the chain of command on issues pertinent to nutrition and performance nutrition.
- Work within the scope of practice, which may include ordering labs.
- Provide individual and group counseling for guidance on performance nutrition.
- Design and implement performance nutrition programs for SOF personnel in Garrison, TAD/TDY, and deployed settings.
- Develop nutritional protocols and guidelines for rehabilitation and performance.
- Collaborate with the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator for implementation of new protocols and guidelines.
- Serve as an advisor on dining facility and/or galley nutrition and liaison between food service and command.
- Assist other regional SOF assets as required by the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator and approved by the chain of command.
- Attend and participate in meetings with other POTFF staff members and medical personnel as requested and/or required.
- Serve as an advisor on supplementary nutrition, supplements, and performance enhancing substances within the POTFF program.
- Ensure that adequate educational materials and sports nutrition specific supplies are available.
- Assist with supply inventories and provide input on supply needs.
- Ensure that equipment and facilities under the purview of the Performance Dietitian are in safe working condition and are properly utilized.
- Ensure that records are updated as required.
- Participate in periodic in-service training for members of the HP Staff.
- Attend required training in accordance with guiding instructions.
- Maintain 100% compliance with local mandatory command training requirements.
- Perform administrative duties, which may include maintaining records of workload, participating in education programs, and participating in clinical staff quality assurance functions.
- Participate in peer (record) reviews as directed and required.
- Develop and promulgate training materials as requested and required by the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator.
- Perform other tasks, within the scope of the PD position description, as assigned by the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator.
- Document work performed, utilization, encounters, referrals, and all other information on the Military’s Electronic Health Record and/or the HP Enterprise-wide database, as directed by HP program manager and/or coordinator.
- Collect and report all data as requested by the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator.
- Proficiently utilize computers, software, and technologies as required and requested by the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator.
Required Education/Experience/Skills/Training:
- This position requires US Citizenship.
- This position requires a Secret Clearance or Top Secret Clearance, or the ability to obtain a clearance.
- Master’s level degree in Nutrition Science or related field.
- Certification from the American Dietetic Association (ADA) as a Registered Dietitian (RD) and a specialty certification as a Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD).
- Current and valid state certification/licensure.
- Minimum of 3 years or more of demonstrable accumulated experience as a Performance Dietitian with individual athletes and groups of athletes.
- Fluent oral and written communication skills in English.
- Capable of meeting physical demands of training with SOF including the ability to hike over rough terrain and function in austere environments.
- Must be able to lift and manipulate loads and plates up to 25 kilograms.
- Must maintain current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) by the American Heart Association.
Desired Education/Experience/Skills/Training:
- Prior military and/or SOF experience.
- Certification as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS).
Standard Company Requirements:
- Must comply with Safety, Health and Environmental plan, policies and procedures.
- Must comply with the Quality Assurance plan, policies and procedures.
- Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance.
- Responsible for completing all required training.
- Perform other assignments and duties, as required.
KBR Benefits:
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Special Operations Performance Dietitian (ONSITE at 352 SOW/Mildenhall, UK) employer: KBR, Inc.
KBR, Inc. is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant area of Plymouth, Devonport, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong commitment to employee growth, KBR provides ample opportunities for professional development and advancement within the engineering sector. The hybrid working model allows for a balanced approach to work-life integration, making it an attractive choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.