At Des Moines University, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of Medicine and Health Sciences—starting with the health and well-being of our campus and community. We’re seeking a passionate Wellness Specialist to support the development and growth of our integrated Wellness Center and wellness programs across both the 8025 and 3200 Grand locations. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in promoting healthy lifestyles among students, faculty, staff, and members of the broader community. As the lead nutritional coordinator and student wellness representative, you'll help design, implement, and evaluate impactful wellness initiatives—while also serving as a role model who embodies the principles of well-being.

What you’ll do:

• Coordinate all nutritional content, education and services offered through the DMU Wellness Program. This includes operational management of the Groben Wellness Lab/Kitchen.
• Teach fitness classes that may include strength training, indoor cycling, aquatics, TRX, Pilates, Barre, and step aerobics in a hybrid format (Zoom & in-person).
• Coordinate all intramural programs including promotion & scheduling of facilities and staff; maintain written intramural sports policies and keep accurate records of intramural sports rosters, release forms and equipment. 
• Assist with the organization, administration and follow-up of the Personal Wellness Profile (PWP) provided to all DMU students and employees.
• Assist with the design, implementation, program maintenance/data management and evaluation of wellness programs.
• Serve as the lead for Student Wellness and work with student services, clubs/organizations to deliver student wellness programs.
• Oversee and collaborate on all Student Wellness initiatives.
• Oversees the Intramurals program offered through all academic semesters.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree required in health/wellness/exercise science field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Group Fitness Instructor Certification.
• BLS Certified.
• Intramurals experience is important. 
• Group Fitness Instructor Certification
• Health Coaching Certification (willing to obtain within 6 months of hire date)
• Nutritional Certification (willing to obtain within 6 months of hire date) /Registered Dietitian (preferred)

*To see the full job description go to Position Description at the bottom of this posting.

Total Rewards:

Our employees are what make DMU special, so we treat them well!  Our Total Rewards reflect this commitment. Qualified faculty and staff enjoy a generous employer contribution towards the medical plan, 10% retirement match, flexible work arrangements, community service time, tuition assistance, professional development funding, and access to wellness facilities with programs that promote a well-balanced lifestyle. Visit www.dmu.edu/employment to learn more about our benefits. 

DMU is proud to offer employees generous benefits and perks, paid time off, free use of wellness facilities, and a host of employee engagement and recognition programs throughout the year.

The salary range for this position is from $50,000 - $55,000, depending on experience.

About:

Founded in 1898, Des Moines University is a premier medical and health sciences institution comprising three colleges– College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, and College of Health Sciences – offering ten graduate degree programs.

Our mission is to improve lives in our global community by educating diverse groups of highly competent and compassionate health professionals.

It is an exciting time to join DMU. In 2023, we relocated our primary academic and operational offices to a new 88-acre campus in West Des Moines, Iowa, while maintaining an active clinic on our former campus. This state-of-the-art campus includes technology-rich, flexible education spaces that support innovative teaching methods and connect faculty and students across all of our programs. Our new research facilities include a vibrant and spacious open laboratory, designed to foster collaboration and innovation.

DMU enhances our community’s quality of life by educating outstanding health professionals and leaders; providing expert, compassionate patient care; serving the community in diverse ways; and stimulating the central Iowa community.

At DMU you will make a meaningful contribution to the dynamic future of Medicine and Health Sciences by supporting a diverse community of faculty and staff with programs and services across the employee lifecycle.

Required Documents:

Resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references required at time of online submission. Apply at www.dmu.edu/employment.

Department: Wellness

Status:  Exempt

About Des Moines University

Founded in 1898 in Iowa’s capital city, Des Moines University is a postgraduate medical university comprised of three colleges – College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery and College of Health Sciences – that offer nine graduate degree programs. Des Moines University combines the top advantages in medical education available today: an expert faculty, a rigorous and relevant curriculum, state-of-the-art facilities, a dynamic and diverse research environment, and a supportive, inclusive community of students and faculty active in learning and service. By consistently producing outstanding graduates who excel in their careers, DMU maintains one of the strongest reputations in the sphere of American medical education.

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