Director of Prevention and Well-Being Programs
- 503705
- Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States
- Staff
- Staff Full-time
- Closing at: Jul 1 2026 - 23:55 MDT
Department Contact: Ann Coombes-Goodman, 575-646-1722, anng@nmsu.edu
Internal or External Search: Department Posting -open to regular employees within the department only (promotion/transfer opportunity)
Advertising Summary: Are you passionate about creating a safer, healthier, and more engaged campus community? New Mexico State University is seeking an innovative and dynamic leader to serve as the Director of Aggie Prevention & Well-Being Programs. This exciting opportunity allows you to shape the future of student well-being by leading campus-wide initiatives focused on hazing prevention, healthy relationships, alcohol and other drug education, and student resilience. As a key member of the Student Affairs team, you will collaborate with campus partners, supervise a talented prevention team, develop impactful programs, and drive meaningful change that enhances student success and belonging. If you are a strategic thinker who thrives on building relationships, empowering students, and creating a lasting impact through education and prevention, we invite you to join NMSU and help cultivate a culture of safety, accountability, and well-being for all Aggies.
Position Details
Position Title: Director of Prevention and Well-Being Programs
College/Division: Student Success & Enroll Management
Department: 520830-STUDENT LIFE
Location: Las Cruces
Offsite Location (if applicable):
Target Hourly/Salary Rate: Commensurate with qualifications.
Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
FLSA Status: Exempt
Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable
Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)
If Not a Standard Work Schedule:
Job Duties and Responsibilities: The Director of Aggie Prevention & Well-Being Programs provides strategic leadership for a comprehensive, campus-wide prevention and outreach initiative focused on hazing prevention, interpersonal violence and healthy relationships, alcohol and other drug
education, and student resilience.
Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Student Involvement, the Director leads a coordinated prevention strategy that advances student well-being, strengthens organizational culture, and reduces high-risk behaviors through education, outreach, and skill-building initiatives.
This position is responsible for developing and implementing a public health-informed prevention framework that complements the work of the Office of Institutional Equity (OIE), which serves as the university's compliance and investigative unit for Title IX, ADA, and discrimination concerns. The Director ensures that prevention efforts are proactive, student-centered, and scalable, addressing behaviors before they rise to the level of institutional response.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
Associate's Degree + 10 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree + 8 years of relevant experience. Master's degree or higher preferred.
Equivalent Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in higher education prevention programs at a comprehensive institution. Knowledge of public health and behavior-change models. Experience with assessment, program evaluation, and data-informed decision-making. Familiarity with federal regulations related to Title IX, Clery Act, and campus safety. Experience working with student organizations, fraternity and sorority life, or leadership programs
Strong understanding of prevention science and student development theory. Ability to design and deliver engaging, educational programming. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills. Ability to work effectively across diverse campus constituencies. Skill in translating complex compliance expectations into accessible educational content.
Demonstrated leadership, strategic thinking, and organizational skills
Master's degree or higher preferred.
Special Certification/Licensure:
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
Physical Effort: Moderate physical activity.
Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
Recruitment Summary
We are New Mexico’s land-grant institution and a comprehensive research university dedicated to teaching, research public service and outreach at all levels. NMSU is a welcoming community of talented faculty, staff and students who are working together to make a difference. We are a NASA Space Grant College, a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI), a minority-serving institution (MSI) and home to the first Honors College in New Mexico. We offer an accessible education that shapes bright futures.
NMSU provides learning opportunities to a diverse population of students and community members at four campuses, Cooperative Extension offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, 12 research and science centers, and through distance education.
NMSU Global Campus
Since 1888, NMSU has proudly embodied this tradition, building relationships that last a lifetime while serving students who want to earn their degree and grow in their field. Today, NMSU Global Campus provides flexible, career-focused online education that helps our students transform their lives – and the lives of the people they love – through over 70 degree and certificate programs, skill-building microlearning courses, and career and talent development.
NMSU Main Campus
Located in Las Cruces, NM, New Mexico State University's 900-acre main campus is located at the crossroads of I-10 and I-25 in the Southwestern United States. As a thriving center of higher education, deeply rooted in the regional tradition, its role as a comprehensive university is recognized throughout the state.
Doña Ana Community College
Founded in 1973 in collaboration with local school districts to support occupational education, DACC is now a leading community college that provides transformative educational opportunities that meet the workforce needs of Doña Ana County. With a focus on access, innovation and excellence, DACC offers over ninety degrees and certificates, adult education, specialized workforce training, and small business assistance.
Alamogordo Campus
Established in 1958 to serve the needs of the airmen and families stationed at Holloman Air Force Base located only 10 miles west of Alamogordo, NMSUA is a community college with a long history of excellence that is supported by a caring community of hard-working students and dedicated faculty and staff. The campus is situated “on the hill” above Alamogordo and provides inspiring views of the city and the Tularosa Basin, offering the perfect venue for creative and motivated learning.
Grants Campus
NMSU Grants was established as a branch of New Mexico State University in 1968 through the cooperative efforts of New Mexico State University and Grants Municipal Schools. As a two-year branch community college, NMSU Grants serves the local communities in Cibola and McKinley counties, including the Pueblos of Acoma, Laguna, and Zuni, as well as Tohajiilee, San Mateo, San Rafael, Cubero, the City of Grants, and the Village of Milan.
Special Instructions to Applicants
The electronic application is the *official* document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application.
EEO Statement
New Mexico State University does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or other non-merit factor.
