SUMMARY
JOB DESCRIPTION
This is a professional position responsible for administering
comprehensive wellness and health education programming functions
within the Lumberjack Wellness Network. Responsible for assisting
in the creation, implementation, and evaluation of departmental
policies and procedures related to the area of responsibility.
Supervises assigned staff. Works under limited supervision, with
considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent
judgment. Reports to the Assistant Dean of Students.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in recreation management, health, exercise
science, kinesiology, or a related field is required. Master’s
degree is preferred.
Three years of related experience is required. Experience
administering and/or managing wellness and/or health education
programming functions is required. Supervisory experience is
preferred. Experience in a higher education setting is
preferred.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Oversees development and implementation of a comprehensive
health education program to include aspects of alcohol and other
drug prevention and peer health education as well as other
wellness-related topics.
Oversees and provides direction for comprehensive wellness and
health promotion programming functions.
Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates wellness instructors,
coaches, and student staff.
Coordinates planning, development, promotion, administration,
and evaluation of wellness events and programs.
Manages annual budget and oversees payroll function related to
the area of responsibility.
Researches and applies new knowledge and techniques to current
policies, procedures, and operations.
Oversees program and operational retention and effectiveness
through ongoing assessment, intervention, evaluation, and
participant feedback.
Reviews current departmental policies and procedures and
implements changes.
Educates campus community about wellness and university
wellness-related programs.
Serves as a primary liaison to university faculty and staff,
student organizations, external organizations and/or vendors, and
the general public.
Complies with HIPAA standards of confidentiality.
NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Serves on university and departmental committees, as
assigned.
- Coordinates and/or assists with special events related to the
area of responsibility as necessary.
- Works evenings, nights, and weekends as required.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and
abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual
can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without
reasonable accommodation.
- Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university policies and
procedures.
- Knowledge of professional standards and regulations.
- Knowledge of student wellness organizations, programs,
resources, and services.
- Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, statutes,
regulations, codes, and standards related to the area of
responsibility.
- Organizational skills in managing projects simultaneously while
maintaining a satisfactory work product.
- Skill in using computer applications including spreadsheet,
database, and word processing software.
- Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate programs.
- Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and
implement effective solutions.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written
form.
- Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
- Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize, prioritize
objectives, and exercise independent judgment based on an
understanding of organizational policies and activities.
- Ability to provide administrative guidance within area of
responsibility, providing direct training and supervision as
needed.
- Ability to manage a budget and work within the constraints of
that budget.
- Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as
necessary.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Safety Statement
Stephen F. Austin State University recognizes the potential for
accidents in performing job-related tasks. SFA promotes a safe
working environment. Employees will be responsible for completing
assigned tasks safely and efficiently. Employee evaluations will
include safe job performance.
This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record
check.
This is an IT-sensitive position subject to Computer and Network
Security policy.
