Associate Director of Hundley Health Education Center

Posting Details

Working Title

Associate Director of Hundley Health Education Center

External Link to Posting

https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/20601

Vacancy Number

E555

Position Number

1420

Location of Workplace

Main UNCW Campus

Department

Student Health Center - 40210

Division

Student Affairs - 40000 Division

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The Associate Director is responsible for managing the Hundley Health Education Center ( HHEC ), a unit within the Student Health Center ( SHC ). This position is responsible for creating and overseeing the design, development, implementation and evaluation of an evidence-based comprehensive program focused on student health and well-being. This position directly supervises the HHEC staff and is available to other health center staff as well as on-campus partners for consultation and education surrounding student health and well-being. In addition, they are a member of the SHC Executive Committee and have a role in continuity of operations planning and emergency response.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s degree in Health Education, Public or Community Health, or related field
  
  
• Must have the ability to effectively communicate with students, staff, faculty, families, and local partners, with a focus on confidentiality
  
  
• Must have strong written communication, verbal communication, and presentation skills
  
  
• Must have working knowledge of current health issues common in college health
  
  
• Must have previous supervisory experience


Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience


• CHES or MCHES certification is preferred
  
  
• Previous experience in college health or higher education is preferred
  
  
• Previous work experience as a Health Educator in a college/university setting is preferred
  
  
• A background in alcohol and other drug, health equity, and/or sexual health programming is preferred
  
  
• Previous experience with marketing is preferred


Required Certifications or Licensures

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The mission of the Abrons Student Health Center ( SHC ) is to provide student centered affordable, quality health and preventive services to the students of UNCW . The SHC provides comprehensive medical services, a retail pharmacy, health education, and intervention services. The SHC staff work collaboratively to best help students stay healthy and make healthy decisions while at UNCW .

As a part of the SHC, the Hundley Health Education Center serves as the campus resource for information on a variety of health and wellness topics, including alcohol and other drugs, nutrition, sexual health, sleep, and stress. They provide services and educational programming to increase students’ knowledge and commitment to personal health and well-being. The office also provides educational programs for the campus conduct system, and coordinates the collegiate recovery community.

College/School Information

The Division of Student Affairs consists of fourteen functional departments, each of which is responsible for providing a variety of student support, service, and educational programs which are accessible to all members of the university community. The staff members are dedicated individuals known for their passion and commitment to implementing programs and services that affect student development over the course of a lifetime. Student Affairs provides excellent delivery of student services that are responsive to student needs and promotes the quality of life and education both inside and outside the classroom. We build institutional traditions and lifelong affiliations through creative programs, vibrant student organizations, and a living/learning environment built on core values and uncompromising principles. The Division is a leader and primary spokesperson for students.

University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to- BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

EEO Statement

At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington ( UNCW ), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Number of Openings

Single Incumbent

Special Notes to Applicants

To receive full consideration, please be sure you have completed the ‘Work History’ section of the application before you apply for this position. Also, please provide a cover letter that describes which specific skill set you are interested in and your work experience that will support being successful in this role. 3 or more professional references are required.

For more info/to apply visit http://jobs.uncw.edu. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Months Per Year

12 Months

Type of Position

Permanent

Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited Positions

Job Posting Date

05/12/2021

Posting Close Date

06/11/2021
Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. List of 3 Professional References

Optional Documents Posting Specific Questions

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