Job Summary Metropolitan State University seeks to hire a Director of Student Health and Basic Needs. This full-time, probationary position is within the Student Success division in St. Paul, MN. Responsibilities Provides leadership, work direction, and administration for the university’s initiatives in student health and basic needs, including the food pantry, and student parent resources. Manages student health and basic needs services and related activities to support student well‑being. Directs the work of the student parent coordinator and the student employees in the student parent center and food pantry. Serves as the university expert on infectious diseases, public health, and public health emergencies on campus. Ensures compliance with Minnesota Statute 136F.20 – Student Health. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree plus six years of advanced professional experience in a related field (health promotion, health education, nursing, public health) or an equivalent combination of post‑secondary training, education, and advanced professional experience. At least one year of professional supervisory experience. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, social justice, and cultural competence, with the ability to work in a multicultural environment. Comprehensive knowledge of health education theories, research, current and emerging health problems, and social determinants of health faced by students. Comprehensive knowledge of industry standards for health promotion (e.g., ACHA Standards of Practice for Health Promotion in Higher Education; CDC standards, including the National Public Health Performance Standards and the 10 Essential Public Health Services; and/or the American Public Health Association). Knowledge of planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of health education programs, priorities, and goals. Ability to collect, analyze, summarize, and communicate data pertinent to public health and wellness in diverse communities. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in health promotion, health education, nursing, or public health. Three years of experience in a leadership role supervising staff and/or students. Experience providing health promotion services and/or prevention work with students in a higher‑education setting. Experience developing and implementing public health interventions based on demonstrated health inequity or need. Salary Range: $63,405 to $128,300, commensurate with education and experience. Salary is determined by the collective bargaining agreement of the MSUAASF. Benefits 11 paid holidays Vacation, sick, and paid parental leave (six weeks) Low-cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250–$1,500) Pension plan, 457(b), and 403(b) retirement plans Pre-tax medical and dental expense accounts with roll-over option and dependent care accounts Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage Professional development and tuition waiver program for employees and dependents Equal Opportunity Employer Metro State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination based on race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status regarding public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. Desired Start Date: Posting Date: Closing Date: #J-18808-Ljbffr