The Registered Dietitian – Population & Group Nutrition Programs is a full-time role within the Cooper Fitness Center, focused on creating and delivering population-based and group nutrition programming to improve member engagement, health literacy, and wellness outcomes. Responsibilities include group education, workshops, lectures, cooking demonstrations, curriculum development, wellness programming support, and oversight of digital nutrition platforms, with limited and strategic individual sessions tied to group initiatives. This position emphasizes scalable, evidence-based nutrition education to efficiently serve a membership of 4,000+ members rather than ongoing one-on-one counseling.
Hours: Monday-Friday; typically either 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. or 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. schedule. On occasion programming may occur on weekends and holidays to provide the best opportunity to serve members.
About Cooper Aerobics
Cooper Aerobics has been helping improve the quality and quantity of millions of lives through prevention since 1970. We inspire individuals to make good health a habit to live longer, healthier and more productive lives through our products and services.
Cooper Clinic’s comprehensive physical exam gives patients an in-depth picture of their health and an action plan to improve it.
Cooper Fitness Center is the fitness center of choice for members that belong to a healthy-living community, not just a gym.
Cooper Spa helps bring life back in balance through relaxation and renewal services.
Cooper Hotel & Conference Center provides guests easy access to all that Cooper Aerobics has to offer.
Cooper Complete is a pure, potent vitamin and supplement line scientifically proven to improve well-being.
Cooper Wellness Strategies takes the Cooper philosophies for individuals and transforms them to improve the physical and fiscal health of a company and its workforce.
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Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Design, develop, and deliver group-based and population nutrition programs, including lectures, workshops, cooking demonstrations, and multi-session curricula
Lead nutrition programming for Cooper Quest, center-wide wellness initiatives, youth camps, and special populations primarily through group formats
Develop evidence-based educational content supporting lifestyle behavior change, prevention, and population health goals
Provide limited, strategic individual nutrition consultations focused on new member onboarding, group-program follow-up, and program-specific needs
Oversee and manage the EatLove digital nutrition platform to support group education, engagement, and member workshops
Conduct body composition analysis (InBody) and support wellness screenings and assessments
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and support internship, youth, and family-focused programming
Assist with administrative, reporting, planning, budgeting, and leadership support related to program utilization, growth, and strategic initiatives
Perform any other duties and responsibilities that may be required
Represent the company brand at the highest level and support company decisions
Uphold the Cooper Core values.
Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition from an accredited four-year college or university.
Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential.
Licensed Dietitian (LD) as required by the State of Texas.
Completion of an accredited dietetic internship or residency.
One to two years of experience in wellness, fitness, population health, or group education preferred.
Experience delivering group education, workshops, or public-facing nutrition programming strongly preferred.
Proficiency with technology platforms (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, digital education tools).
What we provide:
A culture focused on improving the quality and quantity of peoples’ lives.
Competitive pay.
Complimentary Cooper Fitness Membership for you and your spouse.
401(k) matching.
Health benefits.
Generous holidays - including your birthday!
Discounts on Cooper Complete supplements, The Coop (pro shop and boutique), Cooper Spa, Cooper Hotel and much more!
Employee wellness program designed to help you meet your fitness goals and improve your quality life- You can also earn cash incentives.
Quarterly reimbursements available toward the purchase of athletic wear and supplies.
Not a fit? We have many other opportunities available. Please see the careers page on our website at www.CooperAerobics.com to find your next career!
Cooper Aerobics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All associates are hired on the basis of merit and their ability to perform a particular job. It is the policy of Cooper Aerobics to provide equal employment to all associates and applicants without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, military status, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Job openings are listed as a courtesy, and it is policy not to accept unsolicited applications or resumes.
Texas and Louisiana are employment-at-will state. The employer may terminate the work relationship or change the terms and conditions of the job at any time and for any reason. The employee may also terminate the work relationship at any time. This job offer does not in any way constitute a contract. The employer also reserves the right to eliminate or alter benefits at any time. This employer participates in E-Verify.
