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Director, Lerner Center for Public Health Promotion and Population Health

Department: Lerner Center for Public Health Promotion and Population Health

Location: Syracuse University

Pay Range: $85,000 - $110,000

Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on various factors including job responsibilities, the candidate’s education, training, work experience, and key competencies.

Staff Level: S6

FLSA Status: Exempt

Hours: Standard University business hours
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Description:

The Director is responsible for managing the overall operations of the Lerner Center for Public Health Promotion and Population Health. This dynamic position requires overseeing public health programming and executing initiatives at various levels (program development, research and evaluation, communications, teaching). Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the development of public health-related programming, evaluation, communications, and revenue generation.
• Managing the National Healthy Monday Program.
• Seeking and managing external funding related to program evaluation and implementation.
• Hiring and managing Center staff.
• Overseeing marketing and digital communications.
• Building and maintaining internal and external relationships.
• Collaborating with the Lerner Chair on strategic growth areas.

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in public health, communications, public administration, or health education/promotion or related discipline.
• Five (5) plus years of relevant experience in public health, health promotion, and/or health education, preferably in a campus or community setting.
• Preference for three (3) plus years of experience in program evaluation in population and/or public health.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Self-motivated, able to work in team settings.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Specialized knowledge in campus and community health and program development.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Research and program evaluation skills preferred.
• Orientation to higher education and staff/student development preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the vision, mission, and strategic planning for the Lerner Center.
• Establish and monitor the annual budget.
• Seek external funding and lead evaluation of health promotion programs.
• Supervise Lerner Center staff and interns.
• Oversee the National Healthy Monday Program.
• Manage internal and external relationships and collaboration opportunities.

Application Instructions:

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.

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