Team Nutritionist / Sports Dietitian

About the Organization

The Dallas Bulls are a Dallas-based professional arena football team, founded in 2020 and operating under Arena Sports Group Holdings, LLC. Their mission centers on delivering top-tier arena football experiences that impact the community, engage fans, and support professional development. The Bulls are committed to growth and strive to innovate both on and off the field. Their home venue is the historic Fair Park Coliseum.

Role Overview

The team is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Nutritionist / Sports Dietitian to oversee player nutrition and performance fueling strategies. The Nutritionist plays a vital role in supporting athletic excellence by creating personalized nutrition plans, collaborating with coaches and trainers, and ensuring that meals meet elite-performance standards. The position reports to the Director of Performance, Head Coach, and General Manager, and involves direct interaction with athletes, medical staff, and culinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze the specific nutritional needs of players based on their health, physical demands, and personal goals.
• Design and implement individualized meal plans and supplement protocols for athletes.
• Guide players on optimal hydration, recovery routines, and tailoring diet for both in-season and off-season requirements.
• Coordinate meal services with chefs and outside vendors to ensure all provided food supports high performance.
• Manage snacks, supplements, and hydration stations within locker and training rooms.
• Deliver one-on-one consultations as well as group seminars to educate players on nutrition best practices.
• Present complex nutrition science in clear, actionable ways to athletes and staff.
• Work collaboratively with performance, training, and medical staff to ensure comprehensive player care.
• Assist in dietary management of athletes with allergies, specific health conditions, or during injury recovery.
• Design nutrition plans for injured players returning to play.
• Monitor and track athletes’ body composition and nutritional progress regularly.
• Maintain detailed documentation of consultations, plans, and compliance with league health and doping regulations.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Current Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential with valid Texas licensing.
• Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) is highly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a closely related discipline (Master’s degree preferred).
• At least 3–5 years of experience in nutrition roles within elite sports (professional or collegiate level preferred).
• Thorough understanding of performance nutrition, supplementation, recovery, and sports hydration.
• Proficiency using sports science technology for body composition and hydration monitoring.
• Past experience coordinating with chefs, caterers, and managing food logistics in sports settings.

Desired Qualities

• Excellent ability to build trust and rapport with athletes and team staff.
• Adaptive approach to nutrition planning based on training cycles, travel, and personal preferences of athletes.