Coordinator of Well

Position: Coordinator of Well-being
Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society.

Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is accepting applications for a Coordinator of Well-Being on the Gainesville Campus. The Coordinator of Well-Being is responsible for the management of fitness, wellness and health promotion programs on the UNG Gainesville and Oconee campus. This position utilizes a wide range of educational methods, programs and techniques, resources and collaborative relationships, to improve health and wellness literacy and skills needed to make quality health decisions and avoid harmful behaviors.

The Coordinator of Fitness, Wellness and Health Promotion has a unique opportunity to empower UNG students, faculty/staff, and the community to take ownership of their health by providing the foundation for program planning based on a thorough understanding of the needs of the UNG population, as well as provides an exceptional opportunity to lead and teach by working with the Peer Health Educators.

Additional job duties include the responsibility of managing departmental social media and P-card transactions with the department. In addition to background checks for all cardholders, O.C.G.A. § 50-5-83 requires a credit check on all employees issued a purchasing card. Additionally, credit checks must be run at the time of P-Card renewal. The position is a 12-month, full-time, benefited position that reports to the Associate Director, Wellness and Health Promotion within the Department of Campus Recreation and Wellness.

Some evening and weekend work required.

Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions.

As a public institution, the university's ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees.

If you have any questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at .

Responsibilities

* Under the direction of the Associate Director of Wellness and Health Promotion, promote and maintain a campus focus on well-being, utilizing the eight dimensions of wellness, by working in collaboration with the Peer Health Educators to provide quality programming to students on the UNG Dahlonega campus. Wellness programming includes, but is not limited to, alcohol and drug education, STD awareness, anxiety and stress management, sexual assault and domestic violence, physical fitness, nutrition and mental health awareness.

* Create, plan and manage a comprehensive fitness program to include group exercise and personal training.

* Recruit, train, hire, supervise, and evaluate students in peer health (e.g. Peer Health Educators).

* Participate in the Live Well UNG steering committee and other health-related initiatives as assigned, as well as manage incentive programs and special events related to fitness, wellness and health promotion.

* Responsible for P-card transactions within the Department of Campus Recreation & Wellness, which includes utilizing and managing personal p-card statement.

* Manage departmental social media platforms, including creative content.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

* Knowledge of and competence with fitness, health and wellness related topics.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to speak effectively to small and large groups.

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree required.

* Current certification from one of the following: ACSM, NSCA, NASM/ACE in Group Exercise and/or Personal Training obtained within six months of employment required.

* Knowledge and abilities demonstrated through at least one-year experience in teaching or facilitating workshops to students in healthy behavior topics and managing fitness programs.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience working with students in a college or university setting preferred.

* CPR & First Aid preferred.

* Experience working with small group trainings preferred.

Proposed Salary

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