Assistant Director of Health Promotion and Advocacy

Health Promotion and Advocacy

Assistant Director of Health Promotion and Advocacy

Ball State University

Ball State University seeks candidates for an Assistant Director of Health Promotion and Advocacy. Health Promotion and Advocacy (HPA) provides inclusive health and well-being education, prevention, and survivor-centered support. This position will contribute to HPA and Ball State University by coordinating health and wellbeing outreach and educational materials for the campus community; assessing campus health and wellbeing needs; evaluating services; and working collaboratively with campus and community stakeholders to meet the health and wellbeing needs of the students.

At Ball State University, inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.

Position Function: The Assistant Director of Health Promotion and Advocacy, working under the leadership of the Director of Health Promotion and Advocacy, is responsible for coordinating evidence-informed health promotion programs, presentations, initiatives, and educational materials for various constituencies throughout the university community. The Assistant Director monitors national trends and helps to ensure that relevant outreach, educational programming and resources are provided to meet the needs of the campus community This involves assessing campus health and well-being needs, collaborating with campus and community stakeholders, and evaluating services to address these needs. Some evening and weekend hours expected.

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Health Education, Health Promotion, Public Health, or other human service-related discipline from an accredited institution.

Minimum Experience: Demonstrated commitment to health and wellbeing; demonstrated skills in quality customer service; experience with Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Education: Advanced degree in public health, health promotion, health education, or other related discipline from an accredited institution.

Preferred Experience: At least two years of experience in a university-based health services program, Student Affairs department, health center, or wellness institute; public speaking experience and skills; evidence of research and scholarly activity and ability.

Preferred Other: Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity; excellent interpersonal, intrapersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; excellent organizational, relationship, and analytical skills; ability to perform all job duties. Health Education Specialist (CHES) or Certified in Public Health (CPH) designations (or be eligible and intend to become certified).

Apply online at: https://bsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/42196Include the following documents with your application: resume, and in support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions. The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted. 

Review of applications will begin immediately and will be accepted through April 16, 2024.

Pay Range: The minimum salary for this position is $42,000.

Ball State is a great place to work! In fact, Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer—and the only recognized education institution—in the State of Indiana

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

The Ball State way is rooted in the Beneficence Pledge – a commitment to excellence in teaching and scholarship, honesty and integrity, social responsibility, gratitude, and valuing the intrinsic worth of each member of our community. Ball State students, faculty, and staff are empowered in a culture that believes in them and demands they believe in themselves. They are partners in an innovative, immersive approach to education. They are supported by living and learning facilities that enable intellectual curiosity. We graduate scholars who are changing the world, and we’ve dedicated our University to do the same.

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.