Job Description

Department:

Office of Health Promotions

The purpose of the Office of Health Promotion (OHP) is to contribute to a culture of wellbeing at UMBC by providing evidence-informed health promotion, resources, skills and support that are responsive to the needs of our community. We contribute to fostering a campus community that supports and empowers individuals to make healthy lifestyle choices at UMBC and beyond. 

Position Overview:

As a member of the Division of Student Affairs and the Office of Health Promotion, the person filling this position will contribute to the mission by working with students to meet the Divisional priorities. This is accomplished through health education, health communications, and prevention programming initiatives conducted through the Office of Health Promotion. Students who participate in these initiatives learn essential skills about their health and wellbeing as it relates to academic and life-long success. Educational areas of interest include alcohol, tobacco and other drugs, sexual and reproductive health, nutrition, stress management, mental health promotion and healthy relationships.  

Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation.  This role starts at $57,500 and has  over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

What is it like to work at UMBC?  Check out Glassdoor or Indeed. And read about our recent award, UMBC is a 2023 Great College to Work for…. In every category .

Telework:

A hybrid telework schedule may be available. 

Responsibilities:

Specific responsibilities include:

• Develop, implement, and evaluate health education programs, health communications campaigns and health promotion activities.
• Coordination of campus-wide health education programming efforts as well as individual health education consultations.
• Assist in collecting, analyzing, and translating program data for evaluations.
• Represent Office of Health Promotion on divisional and community committees.
• Support the supervision of the Peer Health Education Internship and OHP student staff.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Public Health, Health Promotion, Community Health or related field is required.
• One year of experience in Health Education, Health Promotion, or a related setting. Experience working in higher education is preferred. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Master's in Public Health, Community Health, Health Promotion or related field is preferred.
• Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Upload a cover letter and a resume.  

Closing Date: For best consideration, apply by September 3, 2024 (Position will remain open until filled).

Benefits:

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions ( Full benefits summary click here ):

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

• 22 Days of Annual Leave  
• 15 Days of Sick Leave  
• 15 Holidays
• 3 Personal Days

• 8 credit hours per semester

Additional Benefits:

• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness opportunities
• & Much more

Contingent II positions may include some benefits . 

Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position. 

Salary: Salary starts at $57,500, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Hours: Full-time

Type: Contractual, Contingent II

Additional Information: Please note that this is a full-time contractual staff position. The contract term will be for a one-year period, with the option to renew. 

FLSA Status: Exempt

Equal Opportunity Statement: UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Title IX: As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex.  For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.

Accommodation: 

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Work Authorization  As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

About University of Maryland, Baltimore County

UMBC is a dynamic public research university integrating teaching, research and service to benefit the citizens of Maryland. As an Honors University, the campus offers academically talented students a strong undergraduate liberal arts foundation that prepares them for graduate and professional study, entry into the workforce, and community service and leadership. UMBC emphasizes science, engineering, information technology, human services and public policy at the graduate level. UMBC contributes to the economic development of the State and the region through entrepreneurial initiatives, workforce training, K-16 partnerships, and technology commercialization in collaboration with public agencies and the corporate community. UMBC is dedicated to cultural and ethnic diversity, social responsibility and lifelong learning.

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