Job Duties
The University seeks a qualified Dietetic Internship (DI) Director for a 12-month faculty appointment. This position provides leadership for the Dietetic Internship program and includes responsibilities in teaching, program administration, and service. The DI Director teaches Dietetic Internship courses and 1–2 undergraduate courses in accordance with SACSCOC instructional standards, while supporting high-quality instruction and student learning.
The DI Director is responsible for the overall administration and management of the Dietetic Internship program, ensuring full compliance with Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) standards. Duties include program planning and evaluation; development and implementation of policies and procedures; student recruitment, advisement, evaluation, and counseling; coordination with faculty and preceptors; maintenance of accreditation and student records; oversight of continuous program assessment; and timely submission of documentation required for graduates’ eligibility for the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) credentialing examination. The Director also ensures year-round coverage of program leadership responsibilities.
In addition, the DI Director participates in service activities that support the University, the profession, and the broader community. Service may include department, college, and university committee work, administrative assignments, professional engagement, promotion of the program and participation in department recruitment events, contributions to student and faculty life at the institutional, regional, or national level, and other duties assigned by the Department Chairperson.
Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate must have demonstrated knowledge/experience working in the discipline;
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills;
Proficient technology skills to include computer literacy;
Must have ability to work independently and collaboratively as required.
ABD considered if completed by August 2026.
*Virginia State University requires that faculty be appropriately credentialed to teach assigned courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. VSU demonstrates compliance with its Faculty Credentialing Policy #2301 for all applicable education, experience, licensure and certification requirements in the selection and hiring of its faculty.
Additional Considerations
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior teaching experience at an HBCU, scholarly work/research in food and mood/food is medicine, curricula development/management, student advising, and scholarly research is preferred.
Doctorate preferred.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
You must include a current resume/c.v. and a letter of interest in your application. Three (3) letters of recommendation and official transcripts will be required before hire.
Virginia State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. VSU encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
HOW TO APPLY: Virginia State University only accepts applications for this position through the on-line state Recruitment Management System (PageUp). Faxed, e-mailed, and mailed applications and/or attachments will not be accepted. The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume or manually listed in the “Relevant Work History” section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
The selected candidate will be subject to an extensive and complete background check, which may include fingerprinting. The candidate may be required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest as a condition of employment, if applicable.
Employment-based visa sponsorship at Virginia State University (VSU) is not guaranteed and will be evaluated carefully on a case-by-case basis. Federal law does not require employers to provide immigration sponsorship, and VSU is not obligated to offer it. Employment at VSU does not permit an individual to work in the United States unless the appropriate employment authorization has been obtained and verified in accordance with federal immigration compliance requirements.
1. Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
Immediate vesting | Portable | Investment choice
2. Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
Defined benefit pension | Lifetime monthly income
3. 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP)
4. 403(b) (TIAA)
5. Comprehensive medical & dental plans
6. Employee Assistance Program
7. Paid annual and sick leave
8. Paid state and federal holidays
9. Employer-paid life insurance
10. Flexible Spending Accounts
11. Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Contact Information
Name: Dominique M. Fisher
Phone: 804-524-5075
Email:
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter.