Develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive health promotion programs, initiatives, and interventions
Plan, deliver, and assess trainings, presentations, and educational content that support overall student wellbeing
Provide outreach, support services, and community-building opportunities that promote a healthy campus environment
Lead and coordinate campus-wide initiatives, events, and committees that advance health and wellness efforts
Support the implementation and evaluation of university-wide health promotion strategies and strategic priorities
Build and maintain collaborative partnerships with campus and community stakeholders to advance health promotion efforts
Develop and disseminate educational materials, digital content, and marketing strategies to increase awareness and engagement
Collect, track, analyze, and report data to assess program effectiveness and inform continuous improvement
The Health Promotion and Behavioral Health Specialist will focus on alcohol and substance prevention and education, as well as collegiate recovery efforts supporting alcohol, substance and process/behavioral addictions.
The Health Promotion and Violence Prevention Specialist will focus on violence prevention education and outreach. This position includes work in areas such as sexual violence, stalking, and hazing.
Occasional weekend/evening hours will be involved in this role.
Experience delivering presentations, preferably on health and wellness topics
Experience using tools such as Smartsheet and/or Qualtrics
Experience planning and coordinating events
Experience developing and implementing outreach campaigns to increase program visibility and participation, ideally within wellness or related fields
Department Description:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Application/Cover Letter
Why Choose Iowa State University?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu, or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Appointment Type:
Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period
Time Type:
Full
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offFlexible schedule
Additional Information
Position Title:
Health Promotion Specialist
Job Group:
Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and 3 years of related experience
Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
Are you passionate about creating a holistic student experience that supports mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing? Are you interested in an opportunity where you get to engage with students and help them reach their full potential-academically and beyond?
If so, Student Wellness with the Division of Student Affairs at Iowa State University is currently seeking applicants for a Health Promotion Specialist! This individual plays a key role in advancing student health and well-being through strategic communication, data-informed storytelling, and health promotion initiatives. This position will be hired as a Wellness Program Specialist II.
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