Executive Director for Well-being and Recreation
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Posted: 09-Oct-24
Location: Normal, Illinois
Type: Full Time
Salary: Commensurate with experience
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Academic Area
Director
Health/Wellness
Required Education
Masters
Additional Information
Employer will assist with relocation costs.
Internal Number: 519414
The Executive Director provides visionary leadership to division-wide well-being and recreation efforts, including the supervision of Campus Recreation, Health Promotion and Wellness, Student Counseling Services, Student Health Services, and Redbird Esports; leads comprehensive strategic planning, goal setting, and assessment initiatives; oversees the short- and long-term financial model supporting programs, services, facilities, and operations; and provides leadership and visibility for well-being and recreation as a campus priority in collaboration with internal and external partners.
The Executive Director is a member of the senior leadership team for the Division of Student Affairs and works in strong collaboration with campus partners in prioritizing well-being and recreation for students, faculty, staff, and guests to the University.
Proposed Starting Date: December 2024
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and continue until the position is successfully filled. Candidates should provide a letter of interest that addresses the position responsibilities and qualifications described in this leadership profile, a current résumé or curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for at least three (3) professional references. These materials should be submitted electronically via Illinois State University’s application portal.
For more information about this position and the Division of Student Affairs, please visit the website at: https://studentaffairs.illinoisstate.edu/who/careers/.
If questions, please contact: Casey Vitalez, Administrative Associate, Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs, [email protected], (309)438-1523.
Required Qualifications
About Illinois State University
Established as a teacher education institution, Illinois State has developed into a multipurpose university with degree programs at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels. Seven colleges offer approximately 174 undergraduate majors, 97 master’s programs, 17 doctoral degrees, and 40 certificate options. One of 12 public universities in Illinois, the alumni base has now grown to more than 220,000. Our new strategic plan, Excellence by Design: 2024-2029, lists our seven core values: Excellence in Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship; Individualized Attention; Equity, Diversity, Access, and Belonging; Collaboration; Community and Civic Engagement; Respect; and Integrity. By acting on these values, we create a learning environment that results in our university being the first-choice public university in Illinois for high-achieving, motivated students who seek an individualized educational experience combined with the resources of a large university. Additional examples of excellence include Illinois State placing in the top 100 on the 2024 U.S. News & World Report Best Value Schools-National Universities rankings. Students return to campus and complete their degrees, as shown by ...the fact the University’s retention rate is among the highest in the nation at 81.3 percent. Graduation rates are more than 66 percent, which is well above the national average. Illinois State is also praised for providing an affordable education, with Washington Monthly honoring the University as one of the Best Bang for the Buck Colleges in the Midwest. There are many other reasons that reveal Illinois State’s competitive advantage as a premier undergraduate institution—from record-breaking fundraising to student civic engagement and scholarly breakthroughs. Each explains the reason Illinois State University is “Redbird Proud.”Illinois State affirms and encourages community belonging and a respect for differences. The University fosters an inclusive environment characterized by cultural understanding and engagement, ethical behavior, and a commitment to social justice. The University supports a diverse faculty and staff who mentor a diverse student population. The institution endeavors to provide opportunities for students, staff, and faculty to participate productively in a global society and be civically engaged.Campus diversity at Illinois State increasingly reflects the nation’s changing demographics. In the 2022- 2023 academic year, 37 percent of the freshman class came from traditionally underrepresented groups. Over the past five years, there has been a 14 percent increase in African American students and a 9 percent increase in Latinx students. Students are mentored by a faculty that includes numerous teacher-scholars recognized at national and international levels, all dedicated to superior teaching.
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Posted: 09-Oct-24
Location: Normal, Illinois
Type: Full Time
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Categories
Academic Area
Director
Health/Wellness
Required Education
Masters
Additional Information
Employer will assist with relocation costs.
Internal Number: 519414
The Executive Director provides visionary leadership to division-wide well-being and recreation efforts, including the supervision of Campus Recreation, Health Promotion and Wellness, Student Counseling Services, Student Health Services, and Redbird Esports; leads comprehensive strategic planning, goal setting, and assessment initiatives; oversees the short- and long-term financial model supporting programs, services, facilities, and operations; and provides leadership and visibility for well-being and recreation as a campus priority in collaboration with internal and external partners.
The Executive Director is a member of the senior leadership team for the Division of Student Affairs and works in strong collaboration with campus partners in prioritizing well-being and recreation for students, faculty, staff, and guests to the University.
Proposed Starting Date: December 2024
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and continue until the position is successfully filled. Candidates should provide a letter of interest that addresses the position responsibilities and qualifications described in this leadership profile, a current résumé or curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for at least three (3) professional references. These materials should be submitted electronically via Illinois State University’s application portal.
For more information about this position and the Division of Student Affairs, please visit the website at: https://studentaffairs.illinoisstate.edu/who/careers/.
If questions, please contact: Casey Vitalez, Administrative Associate, Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs, [email protected], (309)438-1523.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in higher education administration, public health, counseling, psychology, business administration, recreation, or related field.
- Minimum of seven or more years of progressively responsible leadership experience in student affairs, health promotion, counseling, recreational programming, or health services within a higher education setting.
- Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in well-being, mental health, and recreational services.
- Extensive knowledge of best practices in talent development, including recruitment, performance management, employee relations, and compliance with labor laws.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrated track record working with cross-divisional committees or initiatives.
- Experience in strategic planning, budget management, and program evaluation.
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive campus environment that prioritizes student success and well-being.
- Advanced degree in public health, health care administration, psychology, education, social work, or related field.
- Active in related professional associations.
- Experience in facility operations and design, including the ability to integrate facility design and operations with organizational strategies to enhance workplace efficiency, safety, and employee well-being.
About Illinois State University
Established as a teacher education institution, Illinois State has developed into a multipurpose university with degree programs at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels. Seven colleges offer approximately 174 undergraduate majors, 97 master’s programs, 17 doctoral degrees, and 40 certificate options. One of 12 public universities in Illinois, the alumni base has now grown to more than 220,000. Our new strategic plan, Excellence by Design: 2024-2029, lists our seven core values: Excellence in Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship; Individualized Attention; Equity, Diversity, Access, and Belonging; Collaboration; Community and Civic Engagement; Respect; and Integrity. By acting on these values, we create a learning environment that results in our university being the first-choice public university in Illinois for high-achieving, motivated students who seek an individualized educational experience combined with the resources of a large university. Additional examples of excellence include Illinois State placing in the top 100 on the 2024 U.S. News & World Report Best Value Schools-National Universities rankings. Students return to campus and complete their degrees, as shown by ...the fact the University’s retention rate is among the highest in the nation at 81.3 percent. Graduation rates are more than 66 percent, which is well above the national average. Illinois State is also praised for providing an affordable education, with Washington Monthly honoring the University as one of the Best Bang for the Buck Colleges in the Midwest. There are many other reasons that reveal Illinois State’s competitive advantage as a premier undergraduate institution—from record-breaking fundraising to student civic engagement and scholarly breakthroughs. Each explains the reason Illinois State University is “Redbird Proud.”Illinois State affirms and encourages community belonging and a respect for differences. The University fosters an inclusive environment characterized by cultural understanding and engagement, ethical behavior, and a commitment to social justice. The University supports a diverse faculty and staff who mentor a diverse student population. The institution endeavors to provide opportunities for students, staff, and faculty to participate productively in a global society and be civically engaged.Campus diversity at Illinois State increasingly reflects the nation’s changing demographics. In the 2022- 2023 academic year, 37 percent of the freshman class came from traditionally underrepresented groups. Over the past five years, there has been a 14 percent increase in African American students and a 9 percent increase in Latinx students. Students are mentored by a faculty that includes numerous teacher-scholars recognized at national and international levels, all dedicated to superior teaching.
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