Description

Positio Title: Dietician Nutritionist (CS26-187)

Location: Edwardsville, IL



Apply Before: 01143


FLSA: Non-Exempt

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Dietician Nutritionist (CS26-187)

Overview

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Dietician Nutritionist (CS26-187). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• The Campus Registered Dietitian Nutritionist will provide nutrition counseling, educational programs, and support to students, promoting healthy eating habits and overall well-being on campus.
• This role is key in fostering a healthy campus community, addressing nutrition-related concerns, and collaborating with Counseling and Health Services, Athletics, Campus Recreation, Dining, and the Exercise, Sport, and Nutrition Sciences Department to create a comprehensive wellness strategy for our institution.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

-Possession of current Registered Dietitian licensure from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulations and credentials and registration from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Preferred Qualifications

-Previous experience in nutrition counseling and wellness programming.
-Experience collaborating with medical and behavioral health professionals.
-Experience and/or additional specialty training in disordered eating behaviors or body image concerns.
-Experience with sports nutrition, including providing guidance for student-athletes on performance, recovery, and dietary strategies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

-Knowledge of clinical nutrition and diet therapy.
-Knowledge of basic food service operations.
-Knowledge of nutritional assessment methods used to maintain nutritional status of patients and to develop and implement nutritional care plans for patients.
-Knowledge of methods and techniques used to educate and instruct patients/clients.
-Skill in time management, organization, and responding effectively to challenges.
-Skill in interpersonal, presentation, and written and verbal communication.
-Ability to supervise/precept, support, and evaluate students.
-Ability to prioritize work, demonstrate sound judgment, and work independently.
-Ability to work well with a wide variety of staff members of varying education and cultures.

Supplemental Information

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Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.

Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver's License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.

Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 4704 - SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .

Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.

Pre-Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Work Authorization Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at: careerinfo@siue.edu

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email careerinfo@siue.edu .



Opening Date: 01/23/2026

Closing Date: 1/31/2026 11:59 PM Central

Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026

Website: https://www.siue.edu/

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