Director, Health Promotion and Wellness

Penn State University • University Park, IL

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About The Position

The Director of Health Promotion and Wellness provides strategic and operational leadership for university-wide health promotion, prevention, and intervention efforts, including substance awareness and education. Through a collaborative, transparent, and people-centered leadership approach, the Director fosters a culture of trust, staff wellbeing, accountability, and continuous improvement within the unit. The ideal candidate brings demonstrated experience leading organizational change, strengthening team culture, and advancing evidence-informed health initiatives in complex environments. This position will collaborate with colleagues in Student Affairs and across the University.

Requirements

• Master's Degree
• 10+ years of relevant experience, includes 3+ years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Responsibilities

• Lead, advance, and integrate comprehensive health promotion services and programs in support of Penn State’s student success and wellbeing priorities
• Serve as a subject-matter expert and strategic advisor to University leadership on health promotion, prevention, and public health initiatives
• Provide strategic oversight for Health Promotion and Wellness (HPW) and the Collegiate Recovery Community (CRC) at University Park
• Oversee multiple budgets, including HPW, BASICS/CASECS, Community for Substance Abuse Prevention (university-wide), The Partnership – United Against Dangerous Drinking, and the Collegiate Recovery Community
• Provide University-wide oversight and coordination of Penn State Safe & Aware
• Lead compliance efforts related to the U.S. Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, including the biennial review process and development of required drug and alcohol content for the University’s Annual Security Report
• Represent Health Promotion and Wellness on University leadership committees, task forces, and cross-functional initiatives, contributing to institutional strategy and collaboration

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director