Assistant Director - Center for Health Education and Wellness

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Assistant Director

Center for Health Education and Wellness

The Center for Health Education and Wellness within the Division of Student Life invites applications for the position of Assistant Director. This position will assist with the leadership of the department and will oversee the areas of alcohol and other drug prevention, relationship and sexual violence prevention, and the collegiate recovery program.

The Center for Health Education & Wellness (CHEW) strives to improve the health and well-being of our campus through evidence-informed strategies.  We work to empower all Vols to make informed decisions about their well-being and adopt lasting healthy behaviors.  Through advocacy and collaboration, we work to develop an environment that supports the community’s decisions.

The Position:

Reporting to the Director of the Center, the primary purpose of the position is to assist in the leadership of health promotion practices that contribute to a supportive environment for success and positive health behaviors. Responsible for the development and application of population-level initiatives including prevention activities and health assessments; engagement and cultivation of partnerships to address the health needs of the campus community; and application and evaluation of theoretical frameworks and evidence-informed strategies that address individual and community health.

Responsibilities:

·         Oversee and participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of theory-based and evidence-informed health promotion strategies, policies, programs, and services. 

·         Develop strategic plans, goals, and measurable objectives for health promotion programs and services.

·         Hire, train, manage, supervise, and evaluate coordinators, student staff, and interns.

·         Develop, implement, analyze assessments that 1) provide baseline and follow-up data, 2) identify departmental needs and priorities, 3) evaluate effectiveness of interventions, and 4) track trends in health status and behavior.

·         Collaborate with key stakeholders on and off campus to develop a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to health for the university community.

·         Participate in University, Division, and Unit committees and initiatives.  Participate in professional organizations.

The University and Region: UTK is the state’s flagship, land-grant university. We are a Research 1 university, housing 14 colleges and 900+ programs of study. With an enrollment of more than 38,000 students, our undergraduate and graduate programs are repeatedly ranked among top national programs. The city of Knoxville is a hidden gem with a beautiful and walkable downtown, a diverse music scene, active neighborhoods, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of outdoor and cultural activities.