University of New England is hiring: Coordinator of Health Promotion in Montgome
University of New England, Montgomery, AL, United States
Position Details
Position Information
Position Type Professional Staff Faculty Track Position Title Coordinator of Health Promotion Employment Status Full Time Months 12 Campus Both ME Campuses Description
The Coordinator of Health Promotion develops and manages health and wellness education programs focused on prevention and awareness across the Biddeford and Portland campuses. This position regularly engages with undergraduate, graduate, and professional students to ensure they have access to wellness resources, initiatives, and services at the University of New England. Guided by senior leaders in the Division of Student Affairs, the Coordinator develops and implements an annual wellness plan that introduces students to key aspects of healthy living and promotes a campus environment where healthy choices are supported and encouraged.
About The University Of New England
UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one‑of‑a‑kind study‑abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands‑on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state’s top provider of health professionals and home to Maine’s only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.
Benefits Overview
Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage.
Up to 8% retirement plan match.
Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year.
Educational benefits:
UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners.
UNE tuition waiver for dependents of employees with 1 year of full‑time service.
50% tuition reduction if less than 1 year of full‑time service.
Responsibilities
Create, deliver, and assess health and wellness initiatives, programs, and services for students, including workshops, tabling events, programs, and fairs that promote the eight dimensions of wellbeing.
In partnership with Division leadership, administer and/or evaluate survey results to regularly identify areas of educational priority, which may include, but are not limited to, sexual health, substance use, sleep habits, and fostering connection and belonging.
Develop, coordinate, and evaluate media campaigns such as newsletters, emails, social media outreach, and informational signage. Coordinate with other wellness stakeholders to maximize the effectiveness and visibility of marketing efforts.
Oversee the recruitment, training, and management of Peer Health Educators who deliver wellness promotion, education, and support through peer‑to‑peer interactions.
Provide active support for initiatives and programs organized by student clubs, organizations, and Residential Advisors to enhance student participation in health and wellness topics.
Support the organization, coordination, and management of the Trailblazer Pre‑Orientation Program in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Outdoor Recreation.
Deliver targeted health and wellness initiatives for first‑year, transfer, graduate, and professional students during orientation, in accordance with directives established by Student Affairs leadership.
Participate in an on‑call duty rotation with Campus Center and Student Engagement professional staff.
Provide support and oversight to student staff while assisting with operational needs within Campus Recreation facilities, particularly during scheduled programs and activities. Respond to emergency situations in accordance with established protocols, as required.
Communicate regularly with supervisors, Student Affairs staff, and university personnel to coordinate activities, resolve issues, share information, refer students, and address student‑related matters.
Support the coordination of weekend campus life programs, major student events, and institutional programs.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in health education, public health, counseling, or a related field, and relevant experience with residential life, peer health programs, or college orientation, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated ability to design and implement effective health
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Position Information
Position Type Professional Staff Faculty Track Position Title Coordinator of Health Promotion Employment Status Full Time Months 12 Campus Both ME Campuses Description
The Coordinator of Health Promotion develops and manages health and wellness education programs focused on prevention and awareness across the Biddeford and Portland campuses. This position regularly engages with undergraduate, graduate, and professional students to ensure they have access to wellness resources, initiatives, and services at the University of New England. Guided by senior leaders in the Division of Student Affairs, the Coordinator develops and implements an annual wellness plan that introduces students to key aspects of healthy living and promotes a campus environment where healthy choices are supported and encouraged.
About The University Of New England
UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one‑of‑a‑kind study‑abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands‑on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state’s top provider of health professionals and home to Maine’s only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.
Benefits Overview
Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage.
Up to 8% retirement plan match.
Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year.
Educational benefits:
UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners.
UNE tuition waiver for dependents of employees with 1 year of full‑time service.
50% tuition reduction if less than 1 year of full‑time service.
Responsibilities
Create, deliver, and assess health and wellness initiatives, programs, and services for students, including workshops, tabling events, programs, and fairs that promote the eight dimensions of wellbeing.
In partnership with Division leadership, administer and/or evaluate survey results to regularly identify areas of educational priority, which may include, but are not limited to, sexual health, substance use, sleep habits, and fostering connection and belonging.
Develop, coordinate, and evaluate media campaigns such as newsletters, emails, social media outreach, and informational signage. Coordinate with other wellness stakeholders to maximize the effectiveness and visibility of marketing efforts.
Oversee the recruitment, training, and management of Peer Health Educators who deliver wellness promotion, education, and support through peer‑to‑peer interactions.
Provide active support for initiatives and programs organized by student clubs, organizations, and Residential Advisors to enhance student participation in health and wellness topics.
Support the organization, coordination, and management of the Trailblazer Pre‑Orientation Program in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Outdoor Recreation.
Deliver targeted health and wellness initiatives for first‑year, transfer, graduate, and professional students during orientation, in accordance with directives established by Student Affairs leadership.
Participate in an on‑call duty rotation with Campus Center and Student Engagement professional staff.
Provide support and oversight to student staff while assisting with operational needs within Campus Recreation facilities, particularly during scheduled programs and activities. Respond to emergency situations in accordance with established protocols, as required.
Communicate regularly with supervisors, Student Affairs staff, and university personnel to coordinate activities, resolve issues, share information, refer students, and address student‑related matters.
Support the coordination of weekend campus life programs, major student events, and institutional programs.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in health education, public health, counseling, or a related field, and relevant experience with residential life, peer health programs, or college orientation, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated ability to design and implement effective health
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