Executive Director for Health and Wellness

Job No: 554820; 01/29/2026

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOR HEALTH AND WELLNESS

California State University Los Angeles invites applications for the above Administrator IV position.

The University: California State University Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is one of 22 campuses within the California State University system. The University is the premier comprehensive public university in the heart of Los Angeles. We offer nationally recognized programs and our faculty have a strong commitment to scholarship research creative pursuits and service.

As a federally recognized Hispanic-serving (HSI) and Asian American Native American and Pacific Islander-serving institution (AANAPISI) Cal State LA recognizes the transformative power of education and embraces its duty to identify and serve the needs of all its students. The University is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population of students faculty and staff can thrive.

The Position: The Executive Director for Health & Wellness provides executive leadership and strategic direction for Cal State LAs integrated health and wellness enterprise. This position serves as the Universitys chief health officer and senior administrator responsible for coordinating medical mental health and wellness promotion services that advance student success and equity across a diverse urban campus community. The Executive Director directs strategic planning policy development fiscal and personnel management and accreditation compliance for the Health & Wellness portfolio. This includes Clinical Services Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) and Health Promotion and Education. The incumbent provides vision for integrated care delivery ensures alignment with CSU and state regulatory standards and advises campus leadership on student health public health preparedness and behavioral health concerns. Some evening and weekend hours are required to support student programs and emergencies. On-campus leadership presence is required during operations and public health events.

Required Qualifications & Experience: Terminal degree in health behavioral health public health or higher education discipline (MD DO DNP PhD PsyD DrPH EdD or equivalent) from an accredited institution. At least ten years of progressively responsible leadership experience in higher education or healthcare administration. Experience in accreditation regulatory compliance and continuous quality improvement. Demonstrated expertise in integrated health and wellness models strategic planning and accreditation oversight. Demonstrated commitment to equity inclusion and culturally responsive service delivery. Proven record of managing complex organizations and supervising licensed professionals. Strong interpersonal communication crisis leadership and organizational management skills. Ability to act decisively under stressful situations. Incumbent must demonstrate an interest or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position.

California State University Los Angeles as part of the CSU system is a State of California Employer. As such the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Desired Qualifications: Experience within the CSU or comparable large public university system. Experience with large-scale budget development financial planning and resource advocacy. Experience in facilities planning and capital project management for health and wellness operations. Experience working with collective bargaining agreements shared governance structures and represented employee work environments. Demonstrated experience in workforce development leadership pipeline cultivation and staff capacity-building strategies. Knowledge of population health management public health emergency preparedness and student success analytics. Familiarity with AAAHC or related accreditation standards.

Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Salary range is $10106 - $32441/monthly. (Budgeted Hiring Salary Range $16500 - $20500/monthly) A comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Appointment: The Administrator IV appointment will be made under the guidelines for management and supervisory employees of the California State University. All rights and benefits associated with this appointment are governed by the Management Personnel Plan.

This position is a designated position in the California State Universitys Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.

Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on February 12 2026 and will continue until the position is filled; however the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A completed online Cal State LA employment application is required. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21 2017 as a condition of employment.

In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law California State University Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status race ethnicity color religion disability national origin or cultural background political views sex or sexual orientation gender or other personal characteristics or beliefs.

Candidates must demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting. The University actively encourages qualified minorities women and persons with a disability to apply. Upon request reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.

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