Arizona Fall League Team Dietician

The Arizona Fall League is seeking two registered dietitians to assist in the oversight and execution of team meals and nutritional needs. Each position oversees three of the six Arizona Fall League teams. Individual interacts with stakeholders connected to the Arizona Fall League, including but not limited to: caterers, stadium staff, field staff, MLB affiliate clubs and staff of the Commissioner’s office. This role will start in mid-September in the Phoenix metro area through the end of the AFL season on November 15. One dietician will oversee the three teams in the west valley and the other will oversee the three teams in the east valley.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with AFL Leadership and affiliates on forming and executing the nutrition vision and strategy
• Primary liaison with team caterers to ensure quality and execution to industry standards
• Provide specific support with respect to food, menus, and recovery nutrition during AFL season
• Oversee nutrition budget forecasting and tracking for assigned teams
• Perform other duties/tasks as assigned
• Facilitates adherence to all health and safety protocols including compliance with MLB/PA policies on dietary supplement and functional food use

Qualifications & Skills

• Master’s level degree or higher
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) candidates preferred
• Registered Dietitian
• Experience in a similar role with a MLB organization or professional sport league
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Must work well independently and collaboratively
• Excellent prioritization and time management skills
• Strong understanding of industry
• Availability to work nights and weekends
• Experience in leadership roles with a strategic approach and budget management

Timing & Compensation

• Position begins in mid-September and runs through mid-November
• Compensation includes:
  • Bi-weekly stipend
  • Travel/housing allowance for out of state hires
• Hires are responsible for securing housing and transportation

Stipend: $1,700.00 Bi-weekly

Why MLB?

Major League Baseball (MLB) is the most historic of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada. Employees love working at MLB because of the culture of growth, teamwork, and professionalism. Employees who are most successful at MLB take initiative, know how to identify problems and provide solutions, and always put the Team first. For those ready to step up to the plate and join the major leagues, MLB takes the same approach as teams do with their players: empowering our “workforce athletes” to be at their best by engineering experiences that put employees in the best position to succeed. Major League Baseball is looking for candidates who are passionate about growing America’s pastime to best serve its fans for decades to come.

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