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Associate Director of Student Wellness & Health Promotion
Statesboro, GA
Job Description
Associate Director of Student Wellness & Health Promotion
Job ID: 272272
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About Us
Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!
Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.
To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/
Location
Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA
Department Information
Student Wellness & Health Promotion
Job Summary
Support the Director's leadership and vision for all essential components of a Wellness Program, including the design, development, promotion, implementation, supervision, and assessment of programs that incorporate public health theory to address and support student wellness needs. These needs include substance use risk reduction and primary prevention of mental health and interpersonal violence. Establish thorough learning outcomes and strategic planning goals; manage budget; and identify educational needs to achieve a campus culture of wellness.
This position has been identified by Federal Law (Jeanne Clery Act) as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), with significant student and campus responsibilities. CSA 's are obligated to report crimes reported to them which occurred on campus, in public areas bordering campus and in certain non-campus buildings owned or controlled (leased) by the University.
Responsibilities
- Recruit, hire, train, develop, and supervise student assistants, including graduate assistant(s), program assistant(s), and interns
- Organize and administer a comprehensive wellness program, including programming and education that utilizes Public Health Theory
- Recommend, develop/enhance and implement goals, objectives, policies and procedures for wellness programming
- Oversee inclusive programming and scheduling of awareness weeks, social norming campaigns, and other programs
- Support in the preparation and management of the annual budget
- Prepare and present educational sessions on wellness topics using a health equity lens
- Support in advisement, training of student peer educators in support of wellness initiatives
- Collaborate with university areas to create a community that fosters life-long wellness and learning
- Conduct evaluations of the effectiveness of the program and initiate planning studies to assist in determining needs and decision-making
- Direct preparation of marketing and educational pieces for Wellness
- Review and enforce policies and procedures
- Maintain and utilize risk management best practices
- Serve on University and departmental work teams and committees
- Manage grant initiatives for the Office of Student Wellness & Health Promotion
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
- Master's Degree in Public Health, Health Promotion, Higher Education Administration, Physical Education, Kinesiology, Psychology or related field
Required Experience
- Five (5) or more years of related work experience
- Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications
- Current Certified Public Health (CPH) or Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) credential
- Ability to stimulate student and community interest in the programs and services of the department
- Demonstrated competency in addressing health disparities using population health framework
Preferred Experience
- Experience working in a university setting
- Experience in the design of educational programming
- Experience facilitating large scale programming
- Experience in assessment of programs
- Experience in the preparations and delivery of presentations
Proposed Salary
$50,000 - $63,700
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.
Required Documents to Attach
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Two (2) Professional References
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
- Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
- Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
- Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
KNOWLEDGE
- Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
- Knowledgeable about health promotion, well-being, and public health
- Knowledge of multi-dimensional wellness components
SKILLS
- Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
Apply Before Date
June 13, 2024
Application review may begin on May 20, 2024.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.
For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.
Proof of valid driver's license upon hire and throughout employment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicant for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the America with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.
Other Information
- Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
- Work generally performed in an office environment
- Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours
- Occasional travel may be required
Background Check
- Standard + Education
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Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full or Part Time
Required Education
Associate Degree
Required Experience
5 years
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