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Colorado Springs, Colorado

Registered Dietitian

DietitianFull-Time

Listed compensation

$35.00 hourly

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Registered Dietitian

Wellness Center

Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies!

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Registered Dietitian to join our team! UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success.

At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery—a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.

Pay Range: $ 30.00 - $35.00 hourly. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is Non-Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Work Location: On-Site

Benefits at a Glance

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Summary

The Registered Dietitian will work in conjunction with the UCCS Recreation and Wellness Center team, which offers a highly advanced integrated multi-disciplinary approach with clinical psychologists, licensed professional counselors, licensed clinical social workers, nurse practitioners, wellness promotion professionals and campus recreation staff.

The Registered Dietitian will conduct individual nutritional counseling sessions for UCCS students. The person in this position may be asked to give educational presentations when requested and assist nutrition and wellness promotion students in coordinating cooking classes and demonstrations for students.

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Provide individual nutrition counseling sessions for UCCS students. (60%25) Conduct research and chart review in preparation for individual counseling sessions and complete chart documentation and needed referrals for students seen during sessions.

(10%25) Work closely with counseling and medical providers to provide integrated care for students being seen for multiple services. (10%25) Mentor graduate nutrition students in their community practicum and service-learning hours.

(10%25) Provide nutritional insight and support to Wellness Promotion team and campus partners such as Clyde’s Cupboard, Campus Recreation, and Dining and Hospitality Services. (10%25) Tentative Search Timeline Priority will be given to applications submitted by: 03/20/2026.

  • Potential interview dates: 03/25/2026 - 04/15/2026.
  • Potential start date: 04/15/2026.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

  • Current Colorado Registered Dietitian license is required before start date.
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Nutrition, Dietetics or a related program is required.
  • Proven experience providing one-on-one nutritional counseling sessions is required.
  • Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Nutrition, Dietetics or a related degree is highly desirable.
  • Experience working in a college health or counseling setting is highly desirable.
  • Experience working with eating disorders and chronic illnesses is highly desirable.
  • Experience using an Electronic Health Record system is preferred.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. Employees are occasionally required to move. Tasks may involve using a computer screen continuously for long periods of time, hearing within normal range. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Key Responsibilities

The Registered Dietitian will primarily provide individual nutrition counseling sessions for UCCS students, accounting for 60% of the role, while also conducting necessary research, chart review, and documentation. They will also collaborate with medical providers, mentor students, and support various campus wellness partners.

Requirements

A current Colorado Registered Dietitian license and a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field are required, along with proven experience in one-on-one nutritional counseling. A Master’s degree and experience in a college health setting or working with eating disorders are highly desirable.

Key Skills

MentoringCooking Demonstrations

Dietitian Career Context

Of the 50 active Clinical Nutrition listings this role was benchmarked against, 12% are remote, 26% have no call, 84% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Clinical Nutrition (Dietitian) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,208 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site

Living in Colorado Springs

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$402k
Typical market rent
$1,740/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.7
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Colorado Springs, CO metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.