Wellness Program Manager, Montana Public Health Training Center

Overview

The Montana Public Health Training Center (MPHTC) invites applications for a Wellness Program Manager to oversee wellness activities supporting the public health and healthcare workforce across the state. The Wellness Program Manager is responsible for the strategic vision and operational oversight of wellness initiatives within the MPHTC. This position navigates a complex landscape of program design and systemic integration, focusing on strengthening the resilience and professional capacity of Montana’s public health / healthcare workforce.

The Wellness Program Manager serves as a key architect in aligning MPHTC programs with state-wide health priorities, initiatives, and diverse stakeholder needs.

• Actively build and maintain relationships with public health departments, healthcare stakeholders, and schools across Montana.
• Develop program materials; collect, record, analyze, and evaluate program data and outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with staff from the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services.
• Design and deliver wellness sessions that integrate experiential and educational approaches.
• Facilitate weekly team management meetings, including agenda development and documentation of minutes.
• Lead grant writing and new program development related to wellness initiatives.
• Partner with internal and external program evaluators to ensure effective data collection and continuous program improvement.
• Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of experience working within wellness and/or healthcare, and engaging with public health departments or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational and strategic thinking skills.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of working within rural communities with diverse stakeholders, including community members.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with internal teams.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher).
• Experience presenting using alternative formats such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Web Ex.

• Preferred:
  Master’s degree in Community Health, Health Education, Health Counseling or a related field.
• Certification as a Health and Wellness Coach.
• Experience in a professional Health Coach role.
• Ability to create online wellness content.
• Experience in program planning and design.
• Availability to travel throughout Montana to give trainings, presentations, and conduct site visits.

Position Number: 064380

Compensation

Title:

Program Manager I

Union: FOCUS-MFPE

Work Schedule:

Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 12 months/year

Probationary Period:
Six (6) months minimum

Benefits Include:
Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Screening of applications will begin after the closing date; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

A Complete Application Includes

• Letter of Interest – addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable.
• Detailed Resume – listing education and describing work experience
• Three (3) Professional References – names and contact information

Must be eligible to work in the United States upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

The University of Montana is interested in receiving applications from people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action:
Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always”; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.