Human Resources Specialist III - Wellness Champion job in Stephenville

Job Title

Human Resources Specialist III - Wellness Champion
Agency

Tarleton State University
Department

Employee Support
Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate
Job Location

Stephenville, Texas
Job Type

Staff
Job Description

Tarleton State University seeks an energic and dedicated professional who is passionate about health and wellness and who will advocate for promoting healthy lifestyles and creating a culture of wellbeing within the workplace.

Under guidance, the Wellness Coordinator is responsible for organizing, administering and the compliance of Tarleton State University's official employee wellness program, using a comprehensive approach that incorporates holistic employee well-being. The Wellness Coordinator is the position identified and appointed as the Tarleton “Wellness Champion” to the Texas A&M System Benefits Administration. The Wellness Coordinator works collaboratively with campus/community partners to creatively utilize targeted wellness programs and activities to help to cultivate a culture of employee well­ being and to improve employee engagement and retention.

In-office position located in Stephenville, Texas with work hours of Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm or as work requirements indicate. Occasional travel and evening and/or weekend hours required.

Responsibilities

General Wellness Programming:

Under the general supervision of the Associate Director of People & Culture, independently perform complex program planning and development, implementation, and evaluation of Tarleton employee wellness based on a comprehensive and evidence-based knowledge of health and wellness. Strategically plans and implement wellness education including workshops, seminars, events, activities, and/or programs on special interest topics as needed to address holistic well-being and work-life balance for faculty and staff.

Coordinate and host health fairs and other wellness events, including collaboration with various campus departments and external health service vendors and local businesses. Responsible for annual review, editing, and administration of the Wellness Release Time policy. Ensure successful implementation of campus wellness efforts through data analysis. Provide summary reports for decision making purposes.

Marketing/Communications:

Plan, coordinate and execute the communication plan for Tarleton’s wellness program, including development of marketing and communication materials for employee wellness initiatives including but not limited to website content, print materials, and electronic and social media. Develop creative and strategic messages to brand Tarleton’s wellness program.

Budget: Supports the Associate Director of People and Culture with the wellness program budget from Chancellors Wellness Initiative grant funding (reporting due annually). Assists with preparation of the annual report and budget proposal for the Chancellor’s Wellness initiative. Identifies opportunities for future funding and may develop grant proposals for submission.

Miscellaneous Support: Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Required:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Three years of related experience.

Preferred:

Master's Degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Health Education, Health Promotion, or a related field.

Two years of experience coordinating community recreation, wellness, or fitness programs.

Experience managing multiple projects/tasks and keeping pace with rapidly changing priorities and deadlines.

Knowledge and Skills

Required:

Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Requires ability to work with groups of people.

Verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred:

Strong interpersonal, organizational, and planning skills.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

High degree of self-initiative and ability to think and work independently.

Excellent project management skills.

Ability to problem-solve, set priorities, and exercise good judgment.

Other Requirements - Occasional travel and evening and/or weekend hours.

Salary

Commensurate with experience

The target base annual salary is $53,745 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:

Educational Benefits

Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship)

Doctoral Educational Assistance

Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning

Fully covered employee health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement and Insurance programs

Paid Leave

Paid sick leave

Holiday pay

Vacation

Longevity pay

Paid Birthday Leave

Other

Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events

Employee Wellness Release Time

Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation

and other Tarleton Discounts

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.