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　　Benefits of Working at UNCW

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　　UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach.Employees of

　　UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at

　　UNCW or any other university within the

　　UNC System. In addition,

　　UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one

　　UNCW course each summer session.

　　As a full time employee,

　　UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service.We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our , and the , many of which are offered free of charge.

　　Working TitleAssociate Director for Health Promotion

　　External Link to Posting

　　Vacancy NumberE1099

　　Position Number1420

　　Location of WorkplaceMain UNCW Campus

　　Home DepartmentStudent Health Center - 40210

　　DivisionStudent Affairs - 40000 Division

　　Brief Summary of Work for this Position

　　The Associate Director is responsible for managing Health Promotion, a unit within the Student Health Center. This position is responsible for creating and overseeing the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of an evidence-informed comprehensive program focused on student health and well-being.This position directly supervises the Health Promotion staff and is available to other health center staff as well as on-campus partners for consultation and education surrounding student health and well-being. In addition, they are a member of the Student Health Center Executive Committee and have a role in the continuity of operations planning and emergency response.

　　Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

　　Master's degree in Health Education, Public or Community Health, or a related field at the time of hire

　　Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience

　　CHES orMCHES certification is preferredPrevious experience in college health or higher education is preferred.Previous work experience as a Health Educator in a college/university setting is preferred.Previous experience with marketing is preferred.Must have the ability to effectively communicate with students, staff, faculty, families, and local partners, with a focus on confidentialityMust have strong written communication, verbal communication, and presentation skillsMust have a working knowledge of current health issues common in college healthMust have previous supervisory experience.Required Certifications or Licensures

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　　Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

　　The mission of the Abrons Student Health Center (

　　SHC) is to provide student-centered affordable, quality health and preventive services to the students of

　　UNCW. The

　　SHC provides comprehensive medical services, a retail pharmacy, health education, and intervention services. Utilizing an ecological health model, the

　　SHC supports collegiate success and sustained health and well-being for all

　　UNCW students.

　　As a part of the

　　SHC, the Health Promotion office provides information on a variety of health and wellness topics, including alcohol and other drugs, nutrition, sexual health, sleep, and stress. They provide services and educational programming to increase students' knowledge and commitment to personal health and well-being. The office also provides educational programs for the campus conduct system and coordinates the collegiate recovery community.

　　College/School Information

　　Creating Experiences for LifeThe Division of Student Affairs comprises of departments that are responsible for providing student support, service and educational programs that are accessible to all university community members.Student Affairs staff members are dedicated individuals known for their passion and commitment to implementing programs and services that affect student development over the course of a lifetime. Student Affairs provides excellent delivery of student services that are responsive to student needs and promotes the quality of life and education both inside and outside the classroom.

　　We build institutional traditions and lifelong affiliations through creative programs, vibrant student organizations, and a living/learning environment built on core values and uncompromising principles. The Division is a leader and primary spokesperson for students.

　　University Information

　　The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Educati