Program Director, Health & Well-Being
- Employer
- Texas State University
- Location
- San Marcos
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
2027074
Posting/Functional Title:Program Director, Health & Well-Being
University Pay Plan Title:Program Dir, Student Success
Location:San Marcos
Department:Health & Wellbeing
Recruitment Type:Open Recruiting
Job Type:Full-Time
Funding Source:Permanent
Monthly Salary:$6,298-$7,083.33
Job Category :Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.:- Master’s degree in public health, health promotion, health education, higher education, student affairs, or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated experience in health promotion, public health, student affairs, well-being initiatives, or a related field.
- Experience in strategic planning, program development, implementation, and assessment.
- Experience collaborating with multiple stakeholders and leading cross-functional initiatives.
- Ability to analyze data and assessment results to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and work in a dynamic environment.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as required, including on-call responsibilities during high-visibility events or urgent situations
- Master’s degree in public health, health promotion, or health education.
- At least 3 years of experience in health promotion, public health, student affairs, well-being initiatives, or a related field.
- Experience providing leadership and oversight for programs, initiatives, or functional areas related to health and well-being.
- Experience supervising professional staff.
- Experience leading campus-wide health and well-being initiatives or strategic projects.
- Experience working with community partners, committees, task forces, or coordinated response teams.
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Student Success and Dean of Students, who oversees the Health & Well-Being portfolio, the Health & Well-Being Program Director works with the Associate Vice President to support the strategic coordination and oversight of division-wide health and well-being efforts that advance student success. The Program Director assists with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of university-wide health and well-being initiatives aligned with divisional and institutional goals. The Program Director oversees Texas State’s Health Promotions Services office, the Health & Well-Being Marketing and Promotions Coordinator, and coordinates the Texas State Coordinated Community Response Team. The Program Director serves on the Division of Student Success Health & Well-Being Steering Committee and works with campus and community partners to integrate health and well-being principles into programs, services, policies, and university planning and decision-making. The Program Director supports the assessment, design, and evaluation of high-priority, system-wide initiatives addressing the social, health, well-being, and behavioral determinants of health. The Program Director represents the Associate Vice President on designated leadership groups and leads strategic projects as assigned. Across these responsibilities, the position advances a coordinated, evidence-informed approach to health and well-being that supports students and strengthens the university’s capacity to serve them.
Job Duties:Health & Well-Being Strategy
- Inform division-wide priorities that advance student success and align with institutional goals.
- Guide Texas State’s efforts to become a health-promoting campus and advocate for health and well-being in university planning and decision-making.
- Serve on the Division of Student Success Health & Well-Being Steering Committee and track targeted strategic initiatives and special projects assigned by the Associate Vice President.
- Assist with coordinating Health and Well-Being mass-communication efforts across education, access, outreach, and treatment to increase student knowledge, reduce barriers to services, and support access to high-quality care.
- Support the execution of the TXST Health & Well-Being campaign to promote new and existing programs and services to students and internal and external stakeholders.
- Work with campus partners to integrate health-promoting principles and consistent messaging across programs, services, and policies.
- Provide oversight and supervisory guidance for the Health Promotion Services and Marketing and Communications teams.
- Coordinate work across the Health & Well-Being portfolio and guide improvements in program effectiveness, operational efficiency, and sustainability.
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators, evaluate ongoing initiatives, and recommend adjustments based on results.
- Translate data into dashboards, executive reports, and insights that inform priorities and demonstrate impact.
- Work to build strategic campus and community partnerships that advance shared health and well-being goals.
- Coordinate the Texas State Coordinated Community Response Team and participate in relevant university committees.
- Represent the Associate Vice President on designated university and community leadership groups.
- Support Division of Student Success responsibilities related to campus emergency preparedness and response, particularly when incidents involve students, expressive activity, or large campus events.
- Participate in coordinated university response efforts and assist with implementing established communication, documentation, escalation, and after-hours response protocols.
- Participate in emergency preparedness exercises, after-action reviews, and improvement planning relevant to the position’s responsibilities.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Associate Vice President for Student Success and Dean of Students to support the broader goals of the Division of Student Success and contribute to the continued success of the university.
- May require evening and weekend availability, including on-call responsibilities during high-visibility events or urgent situations
10/08/2026
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight):10/28/2026
Open Until Filled:No
Normal Work Days:Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start:8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End:5:00PM
Legal and Required Notices:Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.
Join the Texas State Bobcat team and experience a career that offers more than just a job—it’s a path to a brighter future. As a Texas State employee, you’ll enjoy:
Exceptional Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and 50% for dependents, starting on your first day.
Generous Time Off: Enjoy vacation, holidays, sick leave, and more to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Wellness and Balance: Access a FREE wellness program, plus mother and family-friendly resources to support your personal well-being.
Professional Growth: Explore a wide range of training, development courses, certifications, and educational support programs.
Welcoming Campus: Become part of a vibrant Bobcat community with numerous social and professional networks.Tuition Benefits: Take advantage of tuition support for yourself and for your dependent children, making higher education more accessible for your family.
Retirement Security: Secure your future with TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary savings options with strong employer contributions.
At Texas State University, you’re not just an employee—you’re a valued member of a thriving and beautiful campus community. Start your journey with us today. https://www.hr.txst.edu/benefits.html
Organization
Texas State University seeks candidates whose professional background includes embracing a diversity of people and ideas, a spirit of inclusiveness, a global perspective, and a commitment to community-building. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution, we are especially interested in applicants who share a commitment to equity, and the high-quality education of students from historically underserved and systematically marginalized communities. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
About Texas State University
Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.
Students at Texas State choose from 98 undergraduate, 91 master’s and specialists, and 14 doctoral programs offered by 10 colleges (Applied Arts, The Emmett and Miriam McCoy College of Business Administration, Education, Fine Arts and Communication, Health Professions, Honors, Liberal Arts, Science and Engineering, The Graduate College, and the University College). With a diverse campus community including 50% of the student body from ethnic minorities, Texas State is one of the top 13 producers of Hispanic baccalaureate graduates in the nation. In fall 2019, there were 1,470 full-time faculty and 2,286 full-time staff. Research and creative activities have led to growing success in attracting external support. For FY 2019, Texas State had an annual operating budget of over $724 million. Texas State’s Research and Development expenditures for FY 2018 were more than $64 million. The Alkek Library has more than 3.1 million titles in its collection. Additional information about Texas State and its nationally recognized academic programs is available at www.txstate.edu.
Mission
Texas State University is a doctoral-granting, student-centered institution dedicated to excellence and innovation in teaching, research, including creative expression, and service. The university strives to create new knowledge, to embrace a diversity of people and ideas, to foster cultural and economic development, and to prepare its graduates to participate fully and freely as citizens of Texas, the nation and the world.
Locations
Texas State's San Marcos campus is located in a growing community of 63,000 people in the Austin Metropolitan Area. Located in the Texas Hill Country, where blackland prairies roll into beautiful hills, Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and oak trees on the campus add to the charm of the university’s picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides recreational activities for students throughout the year.
The Texas State Round Rock Campus is located north of Austin in Round Rock, TX. The Round Rock Campus offers the junior and senior level classes to complete a bachelor’s degree, graduate degrees, post baccalaureate certification, and continuing education programs. The university's vision for Round Rock is to continue to offer quality academic programs that meet the workforce needs of Texas, especially focusing on academic programs that appeal to working adults, and to serve as a hub of health professions research and education.
Some positions may require teaching on the main campus and at the Texas State University Round Rock Campus.
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
Texas State University is a member of The Texas State University System.
Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.
- Website
- http://www.txstate.edu/
- Telephone
- 512-245-2111
- Location
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601 University Drive
San Marcos
Texas
78666
United States
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