Director Health Promotion Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Posting Details
Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the 'Posting End Date' shown below.
Position Information
Business Title
Assistant Director, Health Promotion
Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the online application and be prepared to upload the following required documents:
1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of at least three professional references with current contact information
This position is eligible for the following benefits:
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number
2016507T
Job Description Summary
Department Summary
The position provides strategic leadership, administration, planning, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive health and well-being initiatives that support the Ohio University community. This position oversees prevention education, peer health education, outreach, risk reduction, and student engagement efforts focused on areas such as mental health and well-being, alcohol and other drugs, sexual health, hazing, bystander intervention, and power-based personal violence. The position supervises graduate assistants and student staff, develops collaborative campus and community partnerships, and advances evidence-informed strategies that foster supportive health-promoting environments. Reporting to Associate Director, Make Respect Visible, this role supports a culture of assessment, student empowerment, continuous improvement, and holistic well-being through leadership, education, and cross-campus collaboration.
Administration, Leadership & Strategic Planning:Provide leadership, administration, strategic planning, and implementation for university-wide prevention, health promotion, peer education, and well-being initiatives. Lead evidence-informed education, outreach, and risk reduction efforts related to alcohol and other drugs, sexual health, hazing, bystander intervention, power-based personal violence, mental health, and peer empowerment. Develop and sustain collaborative partnerships with university and community stakeholders to advance student well-being and institutional priorities. Ensures areas of responsibility comply with all state laws; University rules, regulations, and policies; as well as divisional policies and procedures.
Program Development & Outreach Coordination:Oversee the development, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of prevention, peer education, outreach, and student engagement initiatives that foster supportive and health-promoting campus environments. Support student-led learning, social norming, training, and educational strategies that strengthen community care, empowerment, harm reduction, and student success.
Staff Supervision & Professional Development:Supervise graduate assistants, student employees, and peer educators while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Lead recruitment, training, mentorship, performance management, and professional development efforts to support high-quality programming and student engagement.
Assessment, Evaluation & Quality Improvement:Lead assessment and quality improvement efforts across prevention, outreach, and health promotion initiatives. Develop and implement program evaluation measures, learning outcomes, assessment tools, and reporting processes to support data-informed decision-making, continuous improvement, and compliance with state and federal requirements. Utilize assessment findings to identify student needs, improve services, and communicate program impact.
Resource Management & Divisional Leadership:Provide responsible stewardship of departmental resources including budgets, personnel, equipment, and operational systems. Ensure compliance with university policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements while promoting operational effectiveness and sustainability. Actively contribute to divisional initiatives through collaboration, effective communication, inclusive practices, and leadership that supports the health and well-being of the university community. Performs other duties as assigned.
Position Profile
Supports the student experience outside the classroom by developing and implementing programs that promote student integration, well-being, and success. Develops and implements student non-academic programs, services, and activities, including residential life, social events, public service, student conduct, leadership development, student organization advising, and other areas.
Level Summary
Manages and resolves complex and ambiguous issues. Works on both strategic and operational challenges, addressing problems that require advanced knowledge and experience. Often takes on leadership roles in projects or initiatives.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provides mentorship and guidance to team. Infrequently has a limited number of direct reports.
Fiscal Responsibilities
May have budgetary responsibility for small-scale projects or initiatives.
Problem Solving
Solves complex problems, often with limited guidance.
Independence of Action
Works independently; seeks guidance for unusual situations.
Communication and Collaboration
Collaborates with team members and external departments. May represent the team in meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
Physical Requirements
This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5 or more years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree
Department
Counseling and Psych Services
Pay Rate
The salary negotiated at the time of offer will be commensurate with education and experience while also considering internal equity. For more information on the pay structure and Pay Administration Guidelines please visit: https://www.ohio.edu/hr/compensation-pay
Employees also enjoy a generous benefits package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, life insurance, retirement benefits, educational benefits for themselves AND qualified dependents, domestic partner benefits, PAID parental leave, adoption benefits, generous PAID time off, and access to professional development programs. More detailed plan information can be found at: https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits
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Pay Grade
16
Pay Range
$44,592.00-$74,196.00
FLSA Status
Exempt
Job Category
Administrative at-will appointment
Employment Type
full-time regular
Job Family
Student Affairs
Job Sub Family
Student Life & Development
Job Level
IC3
Job Open Date
09/08/2026
Posting End Date
09/22/2026
Planning Unit
Vice President for Student Affairs
Work Schedule
Months
12 month
Campus
Athens, Ohio
Expected hours worked per week
40 Hours
Expected duration of assignment
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Dottie Brown, brownd17@ohio.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio university is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
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