Associate Director of Student Wellness

Associate Director of Student Wellness & Health Promotion Job ID: 297773 Location: Georgia Southern – Savannah (Armstrong Campus, Savannah, GA) Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular 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. CSAs 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 assistants, program assistants, and interns, and support in advisement and training of student peer educators. Review and enforce policies and procedures while maintaining and utilizing risk management best practices. Serve on University and departmental work teams and committees. 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 programming and scheduling of wellness initiatives, social norming campaigns, and direct preparation of marketing and educational pieces. Support in the preparation and management of the annual budget, in addition to grant initiatives. Prepare and present educational sessions on wellness topics using a health lens. 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. Required Qualifications Educational Requirements Master’s Degree in Public Health, Health Promotion, Higher Education Administration, Physical Education, Kinesiology, or related field. Required Experience Four (4) or more years of related work experience. 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 a 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 $55,126 – $63,700 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 the specific position. Knowledge Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet institutional goals and support the 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 May 26, 2026 Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants 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 Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: View phone number on click.appcast.io. Other Information Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. Work generally performed in an office environment. Work week may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours. Travel may be required. Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by the University in its sole discretion, confirmation of 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 of the University System of Georgia (USG). Applicants must be 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr