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    "ExternalDescriptionStr": "<p><strong>Special Instructions to Applicants:</strong> All interested applicants should attach a cover letter and resume in the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably in a PDF format to avoid any formatting issues.&nbsp; In addition, please include copies of any certifications relevant to the position (Ex: Lifeguard certification, CPO/AFO)</p><p><strong>Position Summary:</strong></p><p>Rice University is seeking a thoughtful and innovative leader to&nbsp;develop and promote a comprehensive Employee Well-Being program.&nbsp;The position is responsible for the supervision and management of all facets of the program, from strategic planning, staff support and financial oversight to the design and implementation of holistic wellness programs for the campus community.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Ideal Candidate Statement:&nbsp;</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate is a passionate and innovative wellness professional who excels at building relationships, creating impactful programs, and fostering a culture of health and well-being. They are a strong communicator and collaborative partner who can successfully manage multiple projects while supporting a diverse campus community with professionalism, inclusivity, and sound judgment.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Workplace Requirements:</strong></p><p>This position is exclusively on-site, necessitating all duties to be performed in-person at the Barbara and David Gibbs Recreation and Wellness Center. Per&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://policy.rice.edu/440\">Rice policy 440</a>, work arrangements may be subject to change.</p><p>This position may require work in an outside environment, including hot summer months</p><p>Occasional nights and weekends as needed</p><p>Hiring Range: $55,000 - $60,000 annually based on experience and qualifications</p><p>*Exempt (salaried) positions under&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://knowledgecafe.rice.edu/fair-labor-standards-act-flsa\">FLSA</a> are not eligible for overtime.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Minimum Requirements:&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas: Kinesiology, Health Promotion/Education, Exercise Science, Public Health, Health Education, or other health related field&nbsp;</li><li>Two or more (2+) years' experience in Health Promotion/Corporate Wellness Programs or a university health, fitness, or wellness program&nbsp;<ul><li>In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related education, above and beyond what is required, on an equivalent year for year basis may be substituted</li></ul></li><li>Skills:<ul><li>Capacity to support the philosophy, vision and mission of the department through attitude, work ethic, and behavior.</li><li>Ability to promote an inclusive environment, including working with campus partners.</li><li>Excellent communicator; includes verbal and written, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising and counseling skills. Ability to handle sensitive personal information with appropriate discretion and judgment.</li><li>Effective interpersonal skills. Skills to work collaboratively coordinate and integrate with others throughout the organization. Successful experience working with people with a wide range of backgrounds and skills.</li><li>Proven organizational and project management skills. Ability to lead a team, prioritize personal and team tasks and see projects through from inception to completion on schedule.&nbsp;</li><li>In-depth knowledge of educational software and technologies to promote a wide range of teaching and learning goals.</li><li>Maintains professional expertise and stays current with emerging health and wellness trends.&nbsp;</li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>Preferences:</strong></p><ul><li>Master’s degree in Kinesiology, Health Promotion/Education, Exercise Science, Public Health, Health Education, or other health related field.</li><li>Certified health and wellness coach</li><li>Professional Certification: ACSM, NASM, CHES, ACE, etc.</li><li>3-5 years' experience in Health Promotion/Corporate Wellness Programs or a university health, fitness, or wellness program&nbsp;</li><li>5 years of leadership experience in health care, corporate wellness or university health and well-being&nbsp;</li><li>Training and credentials in mindfulness and the ability to lead mindfulness-based practices.</li><li>Experience with bodywork, holistic treatments and alternative/complementary medicine</li><li>Hiring, training and evaluating wellness coaches</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Essential Functions:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide strategic leadership that guides and supports staff, develop and implement strategic planning, philosophy, policies, initiatives, and processes that ensure the delivery of excellent and efficient care and services, emphasizing continued growth and development of Employee Well-Being on the campus of Rice University</li><li>Coordinate the delivery and execution of Employee Well-Being programs and activities including but not limited to health assessments/screenings, wellness coaching, incentive programs, wellness challenges, health fairs, and presentations.</li><li>Direct Employee Well-Being in financial decision-making, management, and effective stewardship of finances and resources.</li><li>Utilize data-driven assessment to identify trends, establish success metrics, and recommend appropriate initiatives and solutions focused on&nbsp;the design and delivery of accessible, innovative wellness programs.</li><li>Monitor and integrate cutting-edge practices, staff/faculty needs, health care trends, evolving standards and policies, and pioneering strategies to guarantee the utmost effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of Employee Well-Being programs and services.</li><li>Serve as the Employee Well-Being spokesperson, branding and promoting Employee Well-Being to the campus community, identifying barriers to accessing care, creating avenues for increased awareness and utilization, and advising campus leaders on health-related issues.</li><li>Provide leadership and oversight to campus Wellness liaison groups</li><li>Manage administrative tasks for Employee Well-Being&nbsp;including but not limited to overseeing Employee Well-Being program email inbox, assembling monthly well-being activities calendar, tracking attendance, participation, or performance data related to well-being activities and events, drafts employee communications, such as newsletters, and creates marketing materials that promote well-being activities, events, initiatives, and education.&nbsp;</li><li>Provide administrative oversight for credentialing and licensure of staff, health records, HIPAA compliance, as well as application of ethical and professional standards.</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Functions:</strong></p><ul><li>Collaborate with other departments and campus partners on public health issues such as health alerts, epidemics, and immunization recommendations.</li><li>Provide guidance and direction on contractual issues and agreements. Recommend changes to contract terms and conduct negotiations with potential contractors.</li><li>As needed, assist with the coordination of the campus emergency preparedness plans.</li></ul><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 10pt;\">Rice University HR | Benefits:&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://knowledgecafe.rice.edu/benefits-overview\" style=\"text-decoration: none;\">https://knowledgecafe.rice.edu/benefits-overview</a>&nbsp;</p><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\">&nbsp;</p><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\">Rice Mission and Values:&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://www.rice.edu/mission-values\" style=\"text-decoration: none;\">Mission and Values | Rice University</a>&nbsp;</p><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\">&nbsp;</p><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 10pt 0pt 0pt;\">Rice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools. Rice considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Rice also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. If an applicant requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please get in touch with Rice University’s Human Resources Office via email at [email protected] for support.</p><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 10pt 0pt 0pt;\"><i>If you have any additional questions, please email us at [email protected]. Thank you for your interest in employment with Rice University.</i></p>",
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