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Associate Academic Coordinator, Health Education & Outreach

Classification Information

Health Education & Outreach
Health Education and Outreach is responsible for the health of the student and employee population, decreasing the impact of illnesses and diseases by encouraging healthy behavior through education and outreach. Provides health-related education guidelines, encouragement and support to individuals, while holding them accountable for achieving their health goals.
Individual Contributor
In an individual contributor role, the positions work is primarily achieved through individual efforts or by participating as part of a team. Individual contributors may: Coordinate, influence, or review the work of others. Be the authority on a given program or process. Lead teams. A range of knowledge, complexity, autonomy, and impact may be needed to achieve results at certain levels. Individual contributor roles are reflected in the Academic Administration, Development, General Administration, Technical/STEM, and C1-C4 of the Clinical tracks.
Level 1
Entry: These positions are not equivalent to support positions. Rather, these are professional roles which require limited experience when considering industry or field standards. Positions considered developmental level A/P faculty should be mapped to this level.
A - Academic Administration
Roles that are student facing or academic in nature.

Position Summary

The Associate Academic Coordinator within Health Education and Outreach is an entry-level position responsible for supporting and coordinating various health education programs aimed at promoting wellness and healthy behavior among students and employees. This role involves assisting in the development, implementation, and evaluation of educational initiatives designed to encourage healthier lifestyles and reduce the impact of illnesses and diseases. The Associate Academic Coordinator will work closely with the Health Education team to design and deliver educational workshops, events, and resources, ensuring that health-related information is accessible, engaging, and tailored to the needs of the campus community. In this role, the Associate Academic Coordinator will collaborate with other student services departments to provide health education outreach to diverse groups within the student body and faculty. They will help organize health campaigns, informational sessions, and wellness activities that address key health topics such as nutrition, exercise, mental health, and preventive care. The Associate Academic Coordinator will also be responsible for tracking and reporting on program participation and outcomes, contributing to the continuous improvement of health education efforts. This position requires a strong understanding of public health principles and the ability to communicate health information effectively. As an entry-level individual contributor, the Associate Academic Coordinator will gain hands-on experience in health education and outreach, with opportunities to develop skills in program management, communication, and collaboration. While supervision and guidance will be provided, the role offers autonomy in managing specific initiatives and projects. This position serves as an important stepping stone for professional growth within the field of health education and wellness, providing the foundation for future leadership roles in health services and student wellness programs.