Nutritional Performance Specialist

Overview: SRI is seeking Nutritional Performance Specialists to support the Army National Guard Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) System. The NPS will provide embedded performance-nutrition expertise to enhance Soldier physical and cognitive performance, recovery, body composition, and overall readiness. The position will develop and deliver evidence-based nutrition education and resources, provide individual and group performance-nutrition support, and mentor unit H2F personnel.     

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Develop, adapt, and implement command-specific Performance Nutrition Program policies and educational curricula.
• Develop evidence-based resources addressing fueling, hydration, nutrient timing, meal planning, body composition, and healthy eating.
• Conduct individual and group performance-nutrition counseling.
• Provide nutrition education and support to Soldiers enrolled in the Army Body Composition Program, when appropriate.
• Develop resources supporting Soldiers during Battle Assemblies, MUTAs, and the “Other 28 Days.”
• Integrate nutrition strategies with physical performance, injury recovery, cognitive function, and sleep optimization.
• Mentor H2F Integrators in foundational performance-nutrition education.
• Provide documented mentorship to designated H2F Integration Teams.
• Develop and contribute to H2F onboarding curricula, resource libraries, implementation strategies, reports, mentorship packages, and other program deliverables.
• Participate in HPT meetings, planning sessions, and working groups.
• Collect and report accurate performance data.
• Travel to supported Army National Guard locations and training events as required.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a closely related field from an accredited program.
• Current, unrestricted state license/certification as a Dietitian or Nutritionist.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Commission on Dietetic Registration credentialing is preferred.
• Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) is highly desired.
• Minimum of three years of relevant post-graduate experience as a Registered Dietitian with demonstrated emphasis on performance nutrition for athletes or tactical populations.
• Must maintain all required professional credentials, licenses, and certifications throughout employment.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain eligibility to operate POVs, rental vehicles, and Government fleet vehicles as required.
• Must be willing and able to work flexible schedules, including evenings and weekends, based on Army National Guard training requirements.
• Must be willing and able to travel within CONUS as required.

Security Clearance Requirements:

Must meet the Government’s minimum Tier 1 background-investigation requirements. Certain positions/locations may require an Interim Secret or Secret clearance as designated by the Government.     

This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed.