Description

Positio Title: Executive Director Student Health and Well-being (AP26-036) INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Location: Edwardsville, IL



Apply Before: 01055


FLSA: Exempt

Description: Description

Executive Director Student Health and Well-being (AP26-036)

Overview

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Executive Director Student Health and Well-being (AP26-036). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $471 million annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• Serve as the chief executive for SIUE's integrated health, counseling, and wellness system.
• Provide strategic leadership across Health Services, Counseling Services, and Health Promotion to ensure high-quality, accessible, and equitable care for all students.
• Unite clinical governance, operational oversight, and organizational strategy to advance a comprehensive model of student wellness integrating primary care, behavioral health, prevention, and health education.
• Establish and maintain evidence-based standards of practice, ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal requirements, and lead strategic planning, fiscal management, policy development, quality improvement, and workforce initiatives.
• Directly supervise the Directors of Health and Counseling Services, the Business Manager, staff physicians, nurse practitioners, and the Behavioral Interventionist, with indirect oversight of interdisciplinary medical, counseling, pharmacy, laboratory, health promotion, and administrative teams.
• Guide operational strategy, resource allocation, and cross-departmental coordination to promote student well-being, enhance institutional effectiveness, and strengthen SIUE's commitment to holistic wellness and student success.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

• A Masters Degree in one of the following as noted below:
  Social Work (M.S.W.); M.A., M.S., M.Ed. in Counseling Psychology, Health Care Administration, Health Science Management, Nursing, or field related to either Counseling/Psychology or Medicine/Nursing.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience in a health, counseling, or wellness program
• Licensed or licensed eligible in the State of Illinois in a field of Counseling or Nursing
• 2+ years of program administration experience in a college or university health, counseling, or wellness program administration.
• Current and active blood-borne pathogen and CPR certification.
  
  Preferred Qualifications:
• 5+ years of program administration experience in a in a college or university health, counseling, or wellness program.

Supplemental Information

Application Materials and Information:

• To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references.
• You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications.
• Applicants who feel their credentials and prior experience align with the listed minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. In the application or within the cover letter and resume clearly describe how your credentials and relevant work experience align with the specified minimum requirements of the position.
• Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.

Pre-Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Additional Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at careerinfo@siue.edu .

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email: careerinfo@siue.edu .



Opening Date: 11/05/2025

Closing Date: 11/10/2025 11:59 PM Central

Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026

Website: https://www.siue.edu/

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