Health Promotion Specialist Job at American College Health Association in Town o

Overview

The USF Wellness departments support the holistic health and wellness needs of USF students to optimize well-being and student success. The Center for Student Well-Being (SWELL) serves as the main health promotion unit, providing education, awareness, and outreach offerings to students using an evidence-based approach. The department is responsible for the assessment, development, and implementation of campus health and wellness programming. Under the supervision of the Assistant Director, Health Promotion, the Health Promotion Specialist will provide outreach, education, and awareness across a broad range of health and wellness content areas for students on a large and diverse university campus. The role is dedicated to promoting and delivering comprehensive health-promoting engagement opportunities to support student success and lifelong healthy habits.

Position is in a fast-paced, high-work-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Delivers a comprehensive approach to health promotion behaviors to a diverse campus population using a socioecological model as the guiding framework. Provides presentations and workshops, campus-wide wellness pop-up stations, and population-based programming on topics including stress management, sleep hygiene, healthy body image, general wellness, and behavior modification.
• Collaborates with Wellness units, Student Success, and campus stakeholders on prevention, education, and awareness involving general wellness content areas. Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with USF St. Petersburg and USF Sarasota-Manatee health promotion partners.
• Supports the Assistant Director, Health Promotion in guiding the HEAT Peer Health Education program.
• Conducts literature reviews on timely college health and wellness content areas and creates reports reflecting the work carried out through the semester and academic year, supporting the department and division goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Special Skills/Training: Ability to speak and present in front of medium to large audiences. Knowledge of how social media influences behavior change in health decision making.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: This position requires a bachelor's degree in nursing, Nutrition, Dietetics, Health Education, Public Health or other related health field with at least one year of experience in a professional training position; or an associate degree in nursing and licensure as a Registered Nurse with at least three years of experience in a professional training position. A master’s degree in public health education or any of the above listed degree fields is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications: 3-5 years of experience creating and delivering health promotion programs, with at least one year of experience on a college campus. Knowledge of health issues related to college students and their impact on student success and well-being. Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES) or Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) is preferred.

• Senate Bill 1310 statements and related notes on substitution of work experience are included for context in the original description and do not alter qualifications.
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position.

About Us

Working at USF
With approximately 16,000 employees, USF is a large employer in the Tampa Bay area. USF offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and life insurance, retirement plan options, tuition programs, generous leave, and employee perks.

About USF
USF is a top-ranked research university serving ~50,000 students across multiple campuses. It is recognized by U.S. News & World Report for its public university ranking and value.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity
USF is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on any protected characteristic. The university maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Accommodations
Applicants for USF employment may request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request should be made at least five (5) working days prior to when the accommodation is needed. See the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations page for more information.

Application Details
Job Identification 41800. Apply Before 11/08/2025, 09:51 AM. Degree Level: Bachelor’s Degree. Location: 4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL 33620. Hiring Salary: $52,000 - $55,000 per year. Essential Personnel: No.