Health Promotion Coordinator

Are you passionate about student well-being and creating a healthier campus community?

Join our Student Health Service Health Promotion team and make a lasting impact on student health!

Mission : To provide inclusive, quality healthcare while promoting overall student well-being.

Vision : Promoting the well-being of students by empowering them with the knowledge, skills and spirit to take responsibility for personal, family and community health.

Position Description & Details :

The Health Promotion Coordinator position will collaboratively work to develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive health promotion program. This position will contribute to the development of evidence-informed strategies for enhancing the health and well-being of NDSU students in accordance with the University, Division of Student Affairs and Institutional Equity, AAAHC, and all regulatory standards.

Be part of a vibrant Student Affairs team committed to service, teamwork, and belonging

Make a real difference in shaping a healthier, more resilient student body

Enjoy professional development, collaborative work culture, and the opportunity to lead impactful initiatives

Responsibilities :

Design & Deliver Health Promotion Initiatives -

Takes a leadership role in the development, implementation, and evaluation of theory-based and evidence-informed health promotion and prevention-oriented strategies, policies, programs, and services based on identified needs and priorities.

Oversee ongoing programs to support student access to public health materials such as safer sex supplies / education and menstrual product supplies / education.

Collaborate with key stakeholders on and off campus to contribute to a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to health for students.

Peer Education Leadership -

Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of a student-focused peer education program addressing relevant topics such as sleep hygiene, substance use, mental health, suicide prevention, sexual health, sexual assault prevention, etc.

Coordinate student peer educator recruitment, training, and continuing education.

Supervise and serve as a mentor to student peer educators.

Social Marketing & Health Communications -

Develop and implement comprehensive social marketing and health communication strategies, including social media management, to enhance student education and health behaviors.

Assist with increasing student awareness of programs and services offered by Health Promotion and Student Health Service.

Work Schedule :

Academic year : Monday - Friday 8 : 00am-5 : 00pm

Summer & Breaks : Monday - Friday 7 : 30am-4 : 00pm

Flexibility required to accommodate programming and student needs

Hiring Range :

$47,767-$58,670 + commensurate with experience

Pay is based on several factors, including budget, labor market, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and / or certification and other business considerations.

See below for additional detail on the excellent NDSU benefits and overall compensation package!

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree, preferably in health promotion, health education, public health, or related field

Minimum of one year work experience in developing, delivering, and evaluating educational programming in a higher education or public health setting

Preferred Qualifications :

Master's degree in health promotion, health education, public health, or related field

Work experience in health promotion or related field

Experience working in higher education

Supervisory experience

Experience mentoring students

Experience in social marketing and health communication strategies

CHES (Certified Health Education Specialist), MCHES (Master Certified Health Education Specialist), or CPH (Certified in Public Health)

Core Competencies :

Strong background and leadership experience with creating, implementing, and assessing effective educational programming and outcomes

Specialized subject knowledge in public health strategies, principles and practices of health promotion and overall well-being

Proven ability to collaborate and build strong relationships with individuals and groups from a wide range of backgrounds.

Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Proficient computer skills

Strong organizational, logistical and planning skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks under tight deadlines while maintaining work quality

Strong intrinsic motivation to proactively identify needs, initiate action, and take ownership of responsibilities

Applicant Materials Required :

Cover Letter addressing how qualifications are met

Resume

Contact information for 3 professional references

NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits :

Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan

Option of a PPO / Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account

Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire

Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation

Superb Retirement Plan

Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position

Basic Term Life Insurance

Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)

Tuitions Waivers for Spouse / Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)

Paid Leave - including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Optional benefits include : Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans

More Detailed Information Here : Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU

About Us :

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.

NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.

NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.

NDSU is committed to fostering a community where diferences are recognized as strengths. Rooted in our land-grant mission, we work together to meet the needs of North Dakota and its communities through education, research and outreach.

Equal Opportunity Statement :

NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression / identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to : Vice Provost, Title IX / ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND, 58108, 701-231-7708, ndsu.eoaa@ndsu.edu.

Tobacco / Nicotine - Free Facilities

NDSU is a Tobacco / Nicotine - Free Facility in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

Veteran's Preference Notice :

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation Information

North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or ndsu.hr@ndsu.edu .

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