Human Resources Specialist III - Wellness Champion

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

The Wellness Program Coordinator is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Tarleton's employee wellness initiatives, from program planning and development to implementation and evaluation. Reporting to the Director, this position independently manages the planning and execution of wellness initiatives, collaborates with various campus departments and external vendors, and ensures effective communication of wellness programs to the Tarleton community.

Under guidance, the Wellness Coordinator is responsible for organizing, administering and compliance of Tarleton State University's official employee wellness program. This position plays a pivotal role in promoting holistic well-being and work-life balance among faculty and staff by organizing wellness education, coordinating events, managing communications, and supporting budgetary efforts. 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 wellbeing 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 Director, 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 Director 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 Health, 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 diverse 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.

Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include:

• Completed online application

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. "See resume" is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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.