Assistant Director for Prevention & Health Education

University of North Carolina Charlotte

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte

Mar 24, 2025

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/

Position Information

General Information

Position Number	001088
Vacancy Open to	All Candidates
Working Title	Assistant Director for Prevention & Health Education
Position Designation	EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type	Permanent - Full-time
Months per Year	12
Work Schedule	8:00 am - 5:00 pm or 8:30 am - 5:30 pm; Monday - Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary. Currently, one telework day per week is allowed.
Hours per week	40
FLSA Status	Exempt
Division	Student Affairs
Department	Health & Well Being (Adm)
Work Location	Waddell Center for Student Health & Wellbeing
Salary Range	$55,000 - $60,000
Primary Purpose of Department	CWP uses a public health model and effective prevention and health promotion strategies to help students make informed decisions about their personal health and wellbeing. Our multidisciplinary team of professionals address many issues that are important to students' health, wellbeing, and safety including interpersonal violence, substance use, recovery from substance use disorders, sexual health, suicide prevention, mental health, and general wellness. We aspire to empower the University community in developing healthier attitudes and behaviors to create a safer campus.
Primary Purpose of Position	Under the direction of the Associate Director for Prevention and Wellness Initiatives, the Assistant Director for Prevention & Health Education is responsible for leading and managing a team of peer health educators, overseeing their training, program implementation, and overall performance while promoting healthy behaviors and wellness initiatives on campus. The areas of focus for this position are Peer Health Education, General Wellness, and Safer Sex Initiatives.
Summary of Position Responsibilities	Duties and responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to: Recruit, hire, train, supervise and mentor a team of Peer Health Educators. Implement a comprehensive training for peer educators covering topics such as prevention strategies, communication skills, group facilitation, and relevant health information. Manage the daily operations of the peer health educators to support the work of the Center for Wellness Promotion, and the overall Health and Wellbeing Unit. Implement and evaluate evidence-informed initiatives related to general wellness and safer sex/sexual health by assessing effectiveness of specific campus and community partnerships. Assist the Associate Director with overseeing fiscal resources including student payroll and program-area operational expenses Coordinate and oversee the delivery of prevention programs and presentation requests across campus, including weekly tabling events Establish and maintain relationships with external partners, community organizations and agencies to leverage resources and promote collaboration. Oversee the inventory of safer sex supplies by managing donations and purchases; fill individual and bulk order requests.
Minimum Education/Experience	Master's degree in Public Health, Health Education, Health Promotion or a related field (i.e. Counseling, Social Work, Higher Education, etc.) Two or more years of experience in the field of health promotion (graduate assistantship experience may be considered) Proven experience in health education program development, implementation, and evaluation Experience managing and developing student employees and volunteers Excellent oral and written communication skills, and presentation skills
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience	Two or more years of work experience in health promotion with a focus on general wellness and sexual health, particularly in the higher education setting Strong understanding of public health principles and evidence-based practices Familiarity with current health issues and trends relevant to young adults/the university population Knowledge of current data, research, and best practices in the field of college health promotion Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively train and mentor peer health educators Strong leadership and supervisory skills of student employees with the ability to motivate and empower others
Necessary Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Certifications/Licenses	Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES) Certified Health Coach NASPA CPE Instructor ( If selected, candidate will have 1 year to be fully certified) Eligibility and intent to become certified in one or more of the above
Special Notes to Applicants	The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the *finalist. Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.* Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section. UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
Posting Open Date	03/24/2025
Posting Close Date	04/16/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Proposed Hire Date	07/14/2025
If time-limited please indicate appointment end date
Contact Information

Posting Specific Questions

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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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Do you have a Master's degree in Public Health, Health Education, Health Promotion or a related field (i.e. Counseling, Social Work, Higher Education, etc.)?
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Do you have two or more years of experience in the field of health promotion?
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
Contact Information for References

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