Fowler College of Business at San Diego State University · 9 hours ago
Executive Director, Student Health Services
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$200K/yr - $223K/yr
5+ years expFowler College of Business at San Diego State University is seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as the Executive Director of Student Health Services. This role involves providing strategic leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality, accessible medical care, while fostering partnerships and overseeing a multidisciplinary team.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide overall vision and direction for Student Health Services, ensuring high-quality, accessible, and culturally responsive medical care
Guide strategic planning, policy development, and organizational sustainability while maintaining compliance with accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices in college health
Continuously assess and adapt services to meet evolving student and institutional needs
Serve as SDSU’s senior health leader and public health subject matter expert
Collaborate with campus partners, including Athletics, Student Affairs, Risk Management, and Strategic Communications—and maintain strong relationships with local, county, and state health agencies
Act as a trusted advisor to university leadership and a visible representative and spokesperson for health-related matters, particularly during public health situations and emergencies
Champion innovative approaches to student health that support medical care, prevention, education, and overall well-being
Collaborate closely with Counseling and Psychological Services and Well-being & Health Promotion to advance an integrated, student-centered model of care
Ensure ethical practice, data privacy, and HIPAA compliance across all programs and services
Lead and support a multidisciplinary team of clinical, administrative, and management professionals
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented culture that values professional development, accountability, and excellence in service delivery
Work in close partnership with the Medical Director to ensure effective clinic operations and strong alignment between administrative and clinical leadership
Oversee financial, human, and physical resources to ensure responsible budgeting, staffing alignment, and long-term sustainability
Identify opportunities for revenue generation, external partnerships, and philanthropic support
Position Student Health Services to adapt and thrive in a complex and evolving higher education and healthcare environment
Qualification
Required
A master's degree in health care administration, public health, educational health administration, or a related field AND a minimum of five years of professional leadership and management experience in a comparable health services or university program
Knowledge of funding principles, methods, procedures, and resources within a public University environment (state allocations, fee-generated revenue, program-generated revenue, contracts & grants, gifts, donations, accounting, and contract negotiations)
Experience in assessment and evaluation of programs/services. Demonstrated experience with or understanding of the implementation of quality assurance programs
Ability to envision and plan strategically; develop, analyze, and implement policy and procedures. The ability to be proactive in preparing for current issues and trends, and the ability to effectively monitor and respond to emergent trends when necessary. A high degree of initiative, judgement, resourcefulness, and communication in carrying out assigned areas of responsibility
Experience working with individuals of diverse educational, racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds
Direct supervisory experience within a classified system, preferably in a collective bargaining environment
Knowledge and understanding of the principles of organizational sustainability, which is inclusive of budget and human resources
Ability to effectively and professionally interact with institutional partners (local, CSU, national) to maintain and grow collaborative relationships and networks
Excellent communication skills, including written, oral, and interpersonal skills
Preferred
Terminal degree in a related field
Direct experience within a healthcare setting with oversight for the day-to-day management and administration of the organization. Clear understanding and insights of the clinical practice(s) and previous experience working and collaborating directly with a medical director or an equivalent role
Knowledge of higher education policies and procedures governing student health services
Knowledge and understanding of human resources management and collective bargaining practices for both administrative and clinical aspects in a healthcare facility on a university campus
General knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations including HIPAA, FERPA, Mandated Reporting, and the Jeanne Clery Act pertaining to health care delivery systems
Knowledge of current and emerging environmental, regulatory and legislative issues and trends impacting the delivery and financing of patient care in the public sector
Working knowledge of relevant health care economics. Knowledge and understanding of budgeting and financial management principles and practices related to health care in a public institution setting
Familiarity with both current and future uses of technology in healthcare. This includes, but is not limited to billing, health insurance, patient information systems, lab, dental, optometry, imaging, etc
In addition, preference will be given to an Executive Director that possesses the following strengths: vision, innovative, considered a leader in the field, enthusiastic, collaborative, student-centered, motivated, creative, and able to communicate well
Benefits
Generous Leave Benefits: Enjoy 15 paid holidays, 24 vacation days, and 12 sick days per year.
Retirement Security: Benefit from a CalPERS defined benefit pension plan, with reciprocity with the UC Retirement Plan, plus retiree healthcare benefits.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access a variety of health, dental, and vision plans at no or low cost to you.
Educational Opportunities: Take advantage of the California State University system fee reduction program for yourself or a qualified dependent.
Voluntary Benefits: Opt into additional benefits like Auto & Home Insurance, Life and Disability Insurances, a Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, and the ScholarShare 529 Plan for college savings.
Company
Fowler College of Business at San Diego State University
For more than 60 years, the Fowler College of Business has established itself as a leader and innovator in business education.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase