Director, Wellness and Student Support

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for wellness coaching, health promotion, nutrition counseling, and interpersonal violence advocacy.
• Supervise a multidisciplinary team of five full-time staff members, including Associate and Assistant Directors.
• Manage a departmental budget of approximately $1 million, ensuring efficient resource allocation and alignment with institutional goals.
• Deliver direct student support through individual coaching, case management, and frontline advocacy.
• Develop and implement culturally sensitive, theory-based health education initiatives and outreach programs.
• Partner with campus stakeholders and community health providers to support a holistic, collaborative care model.
• Ensure unit compliance with state laws, federal mandates, and accreditation standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 7 years of related experience OR a Master's degree with 5 years of related experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of direct supervisory experience, including staff training and evaluation.
• Proven experience in financial management and budget oversight.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Expertise in young adult development and experience working with college-age populations.
• Experience working within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
• Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) or Certified in Public Health (CPH) designation.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, life, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement options and flexible spending accounts.
• Various leave options and paid holidays.
• Tuition exemption for qualified positions.
• Training and development opportunities and employee discounts.

About the Company

Louisiana State University is a premier flagship institution dedicated to academic excellence, research innovation, and student success. Through its diverse campuses and programs, LSU works to solve economic, environmental, and social challenges while preparing students to lead in a global society.