Coordinator of Well-being

Coordinator of Well-being University of North Georgia, United States about 22 hours ago

Location:

Gainesville, FLORIDA

Job Type:

FullTime 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. 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 (706) 867-4470. 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. 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. Experience working with students in a college or university setting preferred. CPR & First Aid preferred. Experience working with small group trainings preferred. The proposed salary is: $19.72-$21.69 hour. Resume Cover Letter Unofficial Transcripts Contact Information for Three Professional References The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at usg/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at usg/policymanual/section6/C2653 . The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at ung/about/mission-vision-values.php Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans. This is a supervisory position. This position has financial responsibilities. This position will be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position requires a purchasing card (P-Card). This position will travel 1-24%. This position does not require security clearance. Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires. Position of Trust + Education & Credit