Health Promotion Specialist

Working Title: Health Promotion Specialist

Classification Title: Health Educator

Posting Details

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Thursday November 19 2026 @ 11:55pm PT

Hiring Preference

Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 257 and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment.

Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Director of CARES Basic Needs & Wellness in Student Health and Counseling & Wellness Services (SHCWS) the Health Promotion Specialist is responsible for developing implementing planning and evaluating health education programs and initiatives aimed at promoting the overall well-being and healthy lifestyle choices of students within the university community. The role will involve collaborating with various university departments student organizations and external partners to create a comprehensive health promotion strategy. The Health Promotion Specialist will work collaboratively with the Health and Wellness Promotion (HWP) department team SHCWS staff and campus partners to coordinate the Peer Health Educator Program deliver student health education and promote campus policy systems and environmental changes to support student wellness. The Health Promotion Specialist is responsible for design develop and implementation of evidence-based health education programs and initiatives tailored to the needs and interests of the university community. The Health Promotion Specialist provides leadership in identifying goals for and developing health promotion programs toaddress long and short-term campus health promotion needs utilizing best practices in health to create a campus environment that supports students in their wellbeing and academic success reduce stigma and barriers to seeking health services and promote positive student health behaviors.

FLSA : Exempt (not eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range : $5549 per month (Step 1) - $5659 per month (Step 2)

CSU Classification Salary Range : $5549 per month (Step 1) -$8083 per month (Step 20)

Salary step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience.

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Salary Grade/Range : 1

Recruitment Type : Regular (Probationary)

Time Base : Full-Time

Work Hours : 8:00 am - 5:00 pm / Monday - Friday. Occasional evenings and weekends based on operational needs.

Department Information

Student Health Counseling and Wellness center provides an integrated approach to care combining both physical mental and various needs of our students. This approach acknowledges the intricate connection between mental emotional physical and spiritual wellness recognizing that a persons mental health cannot be isolated from their overall health. Our multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals fosters an inclusive culture that addresses systemic disparities and creates an environment where individuals from diverse backgrounds feel respected valued and are provided with equitable access to quality care. Student Health Counseling and Wellness Services (SHCWS) staff are committed to continuously providing exceptional service for our campus community. We offer a variety of services that are available in-person and online using secure remote technology.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge:

Thorough knowledge of health education theories research and program assessment; planning design implementation and evaluation of health education programs; and industry standards for the delivery of health education in higher education. General knowledge of or ability to learn quickly current and emerging college age student health problems and existing methods of intervention and control. Working knowledge of the principles of educational and social psychology and how they apply to a health education program; and applicable industry standards and practices for health promotion such as those found in the American College Health Associations Standards of Practice for Health Promotion in Higher Education.

Abilities:

Ability to assess needs and establish or recommend program priorities and goals and develop plans to achieve goals; collect compile chart and analyze data pertinent to health education program planning; plan organize conduct or oversee a variety of health education programs and activities including discussion groups and workshops; develop educational materials and media such as pamphlets audio and video materials and electronic media; present ideas and information accurately effectively and concisely both orally and in writing; use computer and web-based information technology systems as a resource for research and providing health education programs; maintain confidentiality consistent with applicable laws and regulations; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers students medical and other health professionals representatives of the news media and other community groups.

Education and Experience:

Bachelors degree or equivalent in an approved program in health education or a related health field. Equivalent to one to two years of progressively responsible health education experience or combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.

RequiredQualifications

1. Bachelors Degree in Public Health Health Science or other related field or equivalent in an approved program in health education or a related health field. Equivalent to two years of progressively responsible health education experience or combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.
2. Professional work experience developing implementing coordinating and evaluating health education programs and activities.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of top college health issues including sexuality/reproductive health sexual/dating violence alcohol/tobacco/drug abuse and mental health.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of health promotion behavior change and public health theories and models; evidence-informed health promotion programs; and environmental change strategies/socio-ecological model.
5. Demonstrated skills in developing and facilitating a variety of educational methods designed to improve knowledge skills and behaviors including presentations workshops trainings individual behavior change sessions and small group discussion/facilitation.
6. Demonstrated commitment to diversity health equity and cultural competence and the ability to work in a multicultural environment.
7. Effective interpersonal and communication skills including working effectively in a team environment and collaborating with a variety of partners and stakeholders.
8. Ability to select train supervise and evaluate student staff.
9. Ability to become a certified trainer in the NASPA (National Association of Student Personnnel Administrators) Peer Educator Certification curriculum.
10. Organizational skills to maintain accuracy and optimize efficiency of materials information projects and records.
11. Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite Products ability to document in an electronic medical record standard software programs web-based project management tools such as Asana and audio/visual equipment.
12. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty students staff and members of the community.

Condition of Employment:

• Satisfactory completion of the background check process.

PreferredQualifications

1. Masters Degree in Public Health Health Science or another related field.
2. Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES).
3. Experience supervising training instructing and mentoring students and/or student assistant employees in a university or college environment.
4. Experience with critical review of professional and academic literature related to health and wellness promotion especially among college students.
5. Experience applying health promotion behavior change and public health theories and models; evidence informed health promotion programs; and policy/systems/environmental change strategies/socio-ecological model to a student population.
6. Experience gathering compiling and synthesizing information for application in strategic program planning and evaluation.
7. Experience in identifying funding opportunities and applying for and managing grants.

Licenses/Certifications

Preferred:

• Certified Trainer in the NASPA (National Association of Student Personnel Administrators) Peer Educator Certification curriculum (or ability to obtain)
• Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)

Documents Needed to Apply

• Cover Letter
• CV (Resume)
• Copies of Applicable Certifications (See List Above)

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of Californias capital city five miles from State Capitol. The lush 300-acre park-like campus is situated along the American River close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento also known as the Farm-to-Fork Capital is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country with a population of half of a million.

Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and Black-Serving Institution (BSI). The university enrolls around 31000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region throughout California across the nation and around the world. Our 1800 faculty and 1500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

As Californias capital university Sacramento State transforms lives by preparing all students to lead serve and succeed. We are committed to our designations as a Hispanic Serving Institution an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution and a Black Serving Institution and to intentionally serving students reflective of these designations and all students who have been historically underserved in education.

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty staff students and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities life experiences and perspectives that enrich our community teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family please visit the Why Sac State page.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion national origin age sex gender identity/expression sexual orientation pregnancy genetic information medical condition marital status veteran status or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process visit University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination sexual harassment sexual violence domestic violence dating violence and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees visit Clery Campus Safety ActNotification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at

Under the Clery Act this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

Education Code 89521 Requirements

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicants current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Background Check Disclaimer

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

Out of State Employment

Sacramento State as part of the CSU system is a State of California Employer. As such the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1 2022 theCSU Out-of-State Employment Policyprohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).

Note to Applicants:

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.

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