Health, Exercise Rehabilitative Sciences Director of Online Master of Public Health Program

Health, Exercise, & Rehabilitative Sciences Director Of Online Master Of Public Health Program

Institution:
Winona State University

Classification

Title:

State University Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union: 209:
Inter Faculty Organization

City:
Winona

FLSA:
Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:
Full time

Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range: $64,963.00 - $

Job Description

• Teach courses within the undergraduate Public Health program and the Master of Public Health program
• Guide the new online MPH program through the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) accreditation process
• Serve as Director for the online MPH program
• Recruit graduate students for MPH program
• Assess and revise program learning outcomes and curriculum as necessary
• Instruct courses in varied locations, at varied times, and via various media commensurate with department and university needs.
• Engage in scholarly research or creative achievement to enhance knowledge of field.
• Provide evidence of continuing preparation and study in the field to enhance teaching abilities.
• Contribute to student growth and development including student advising.
• Provide service to the university and community including the program, the department, the college, the university, and the greater community.
• Support Winona State University's mission to enhance the intellectual, social, cultural, and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve.

Salary Range: $64,963 (Asst) - $193,146;
Commensurate with Rank, Qualifications and Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned doctorate or terminal degree in Public Health
• Evidence of degree completion by date of appointment
• Minimum five years of experience teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Previous experience with the CEPH accreditation process
• Previous experience directing an online graduate program

Preferred Qualification

• Skills/ability to integrate technology to enhance learning and teaching.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality teaching.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
• Evidence of successful research presentations and/or publication
• Evidence of successful grant writing and funding
• Experience teaching Public Health courses internationally
• International Public Health work experience]

Other Requirements

1. The successful candidate must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States by the day employment begins. The University regrets that we are unable to offer H1-B sponsorship at this time.

2. A complete online application will include the following:

• A cover letter that addresses the qualifications listed previously
• Current Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
• A list of professional references with contact information

Posting Information:

Final date to receive applications:
Review begins November 16, 2026

Appointment Date:
January 2027

Primary

Location:

Winona, Minnesota

Type of Appointment:
Probationary/Tenure-Track

Telework (Yes/No) No

About The College/Department

The Health, Exercise, and Rehabilitative Sciences (HERS) Department prepares students for excellence and service in a variety of health career fields. Some of these include Athletic Training, Public Health, and Exercise Science. We are dedicated to graduating caring, ethical, competent, progressive professionals who are prepared to work with clients through health promotions, prevention, and caring during illness. In addition to offering our professional programs, we strive to promote health awareness at WSU.

About Winona State University

Founded in 1858, Winona State University is a regional public university and the oldest member of the Minnesota State system. Offering more than 200 majors and programs, Winona State has the #1 Student Success Rate in the Minnesota State System with 96.97 percent of WSU graduates being hired in a field related to their degree. U.S. News recognized Winona State as having top-ranking undergraduate programs in nursing, engineering, psychology, business, and computer science.

With campuses in both Winona and Rochester, Winona State offers the best of both worlds. Widely known for its stunning natural setting, the Winona campus is nestled between picturesque bluffs and the Mississippi River - meaning rock climbing, paddle-boarding, hiking, and kayaking are within a mile of campus. WSU's Rochester campus is located in Minnesota's third largest city - a dynamic hub for industry, arts, and culture, and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live…