Health Promotions Coordinator

Job Title
Health Promotions Coordinator

Agency
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department
Health Services

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description
TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC's beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

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PURPOSE
This position is responsible for the planning and delivery of wellness programs through the Division of Student Engagement & Success THRIVE 365 program and the University Health Center. In addition the position will plan and deliver alcohol and drug prevention programs and serves as the advisor to Islander Peer Educators.


RESPONSIBILITIES
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT - 60%

• Oversee, develop, coordinate and implement the delivery of THRIVE 365 health promotion activities, celebrations, special events and educational programs.
  
• Create and deliver training and workshops to prepare students to succeed in maintaining a wellness focus lifestyle.
  
• Establish and maintain essential communication channels with both educational and non-educational agencies on & off campus.
  
• Oversee and implement risk management protocols for all programs and initiatives.
  
• Collaborate with departments within the Student Wellbeing Unit in the Division of Student Engagement & Success, and others across campus to deliver programs, workshops and special events centered around the 8 Dimensions of Wellness.
  

ADMINISTRATION AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT - 40%

• Serve as advisor to Islander Peer Educators,
  
• Assist and advise student groups/organizations on programming related to wellness.
  
• Oversee fiscal accounts specific to health promotion and Islander Peer Educators. Follow all TAMUS and university protocols for purchasing.
  
• Hire, train, supervise and evaluate graduate assistant and other student employees for the health promotions area.
  
• Research and secure sponsorships, and grants for programs.
  
• Market programs, workshops and special events to the campus community. Work with the Communications Specialist within the division, to effectively use social media and other methods of communication.
  
• Participate in university committees and councils.
  
• Participate in local community organizations, task forces that have a wellness focus.
  
• Serve as a resource to campus and community groups in the area of wellness related topics.
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelors Degree
  
• Three (3) years of related experience in health promotions work or closely related work.
  
• Combination of experience and education may substitute: Master's degree with one (1) year of related experience.
  
• Experience in designing and implementing health related educational workshops, programs, and special events.
  
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
  
• Ability to work normal office hours, nights and weekends as needed.
  

WHAT THEY WOULD LIKE TO SEE

• Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Public Health, College Student Personnel or closely related field
  
• Experience advising student organizations.
  
• Experience working at an institution of higher education, providing in person programs, special events and workshops to students.
  
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to be a productive team member.
  

SALARY: $40,000 - $48,000/annually, consideration given to education and experience.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.


To apply, visit https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TAMUCC_External/job/Corpus-Christi-TX/Health-Promotions-Coordinator_R-066194



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