Assoc Dir Emp Well-Being
Department: SAAS UHS Healthy Carolina
Advertised Salary Range:
Part/Full Time: Full Time
About UofSC
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
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Advertised Job Summary
Associate Director of Employee Well-Being
- Are you passionate about creating a workplace where employees can thrive both personally and professionally?
- Can you inspire behavioral change that improves the lives of employees across an organization?
- Are you a collaborative leader who enjoys mentoring and developing high-performing teams?
- Ready to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of an entire workforce?
The Associate Director of Employee Well-Being develops, implements, and evaluates comprehensive well-being programs, including challenges and training/workshops, to support employee well-being. This position plays a key role in fostering a healthy workplace culture by educating employees on well-being practices, preventative health, and behavioral change strategies aligned with organizational health goals.
Primary duties include:
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements, timelines, and deliverables
- Provide leadership and supervision to student and professional staff developing programs, marketing campaigns, and initiatives focused on impacting employee well-being.
- Develop curricula and facilitate workshops, seminars, and training sessions for faculty and staff based on identified needs.
- Manage, report, and publicize Employee Well-Being’s progress toward the achievement of unit, divisional, and university objectives.
- Foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including university administrators, faculty, staff, and community partners.
Perks:
- Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find!
- 15 paid vacation days
- 15 paid sick days
- 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- An engaging and collaborative environment.
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Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in public health, communications, or related fi eld.
- 4+ years of progressively responsible experience in employeewellness, including supervisory experience.
- Strong understanding pf public health principles and evidence-basedcommunications and strategies.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, includingexperience with media relations.
- Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities in a face-paced environment.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Knowledge of basic principles, practices, and theories affecting health and wellness.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships and maintain positive public relations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Job Close Date
08/07/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by August 7, 2026.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
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EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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