Title: Health Educator
Application Review Date: 08/03/2026
Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus
Job Description
Guided by our core values, Radford University thrives in an environment where community, collaboration, and inclusiveness are valued. We believe diversity drives innovation, excellence, perspective and that teamwork and respect for our students, peers and leaders assist us in our superior results.
The Health Educator is charged with creating experiences with a diverse student body in mind, including all activity and ability levels. This position is responsible for the coordination of health education and promotion efforts, group fitness, fitness services (personal training, assessment, nutrition, etc.), wellness education, and outreach at Radford University. They will serve as an integral part of campus well-being enhancement. The Health Educator will report to the Associate Director of Student Recreation and Wellness and support the Fitness and Facility Coordinator.
All members of the Recreation & Wellness staff work to advance the Models of Practice for the Division of Student Affairs and Radford University's commitment to inclusivity to meet the ever-changing needs of a diverse student population. Further, staff members advance the department’s safety and risk management initiatives to create a positive and safe environment and promote the department’s Vivid Vision for Recreation and Wellness.
Essential Duties:
- Hire, train, schedule, and evaluate wellness ambassadors, interns, group fitness instructors, and personal trainers.
- Utilize assessment data regarding students’ health behavior and understanding of current health issues, best practices in the field, and supervisory input to assist in development and implementation of campus-wide health promotion activities, prevention campaigns, and fitness programming, utilizing peer programming strategies.
- Assist in collaboration and facilitation of the Food Recovery Program
- Develop measurable objectives for programs and services
- Manage fitness and wellness program budgets
- Develop semesterly schedule group fitness classes
- Maintain and troubleshoot AV needs for group fitness studios
- Serve as a member of the university’s Health and Wellbeing Council.
- Serve as a wellness resource for campus engagement by assisting with campus-wide initiatives and serving on committees as appropriate
- Plan and collaborate with campus and community partners and stakeholders to develop and implement services and programs that enhance student well-being
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in a related field or a Bachelor’s degree and 2-years of related equivalent experience
- Demonstrated record of leadership and service.
- Knowledge of risk management, student engagement, event planning, presentation and/or teaching skills.
- Health/Wellness Certification (Certified Health Education Specialist, Wellness Coach, Health Coach, etc.) or possess current Personal Training/Group Exercise certification (ACE, NASM, NSCA, ASCM, CSCS, ACE, Schwinn, NASM, Les Mills, ZUMBA, etc.)
- Progressively responsible professional experience working in a student environment.
- Experience and understanding of collegiate health promotion and wellness programming, collegiate recreation fitness trends, collegiate group exercise class formats, and a proven ability to work with collegiate students in Health Promotion/Wellness programs.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the importance of student development in a higher education setting.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills; communication and customer service skills; and computer literacy.
- Experience with fitness class instruction and knowledge of collegiate fitness services (Personal Training, 1-on-1 Consultation, Assessment, etc.)
- CPR/FA/AED Certification within 90 days of employment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with national health, wellness, or student affairs organizations (NIRSA, ACSM, etc.)
- Experience supervising part-time staff and student employees
- Experience developing and implementing health and wellness education programs directed toward college-age populations, including managing peer health and fitness groups.
- Experience with programs/initiatives to reduce high-risk behaviors.
- Experience working with college students in a diverse setting.
- Experience with grant-writing, assessment, research and data collection/analysis.
Employment Conditions: Must hold or receive CPR/FA/AED Certification within 90 days of employment.
Is this position Grant Funded: No
Is this position restricted: No
Is this position eligible for telework: No
Hours Per Week: 40
Months per Year: 12
Statement of Economic Interest Required: No
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Classification: Administrative & Professional Faculty
Normal Work Schedule: M-F 8:00 -5:00, some evenings and weekends
Employee Classification: Professional - Lecturer
Department: Fitness/Wellness Center
Salary: $56,462 - $62,000 (Commensurate with experience and qualifications)
Department Contact Name: Jess Rothe O'Connor
Department Contact Phone: 540-831-7772
Department Contact Email: [email protected]
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
Criminal Background Check Statement
Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.
