Senior Total WellBeing Manager

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in North Carolina is seeking a Senior Total WellBeing Manager to develop, manage, and promote a broad portfolio of work-life and wellness programs for university employees. The role focuses on core benefits, healthy living, family, financial, education and community service.

The position requires leadership of Work Life & Wellness staff, vendor partnerships, budgeting and communications, and collaboration across units to ensure program success and

Qualifications

• Professional knowledge of current developments and trends within work-life and wellness programs.
• Ability to coordinate and administer multiple programs within allocated budget.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Experience supervising staff in a university/Higher-Ed setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage and promote work-life and wellness programs for university employees.
• Partner with vendors, campus units and stakeholders to deliver programs and events.
• Budget, contract negotiations and financial tracking for wellness initiatives.
• Supervise Work Life & Wellness staff and two Wellness Specialists.

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Department:

HR - Benefits-Leave-WellBeing-260102

Career Area:

Human Resources

Posting Open Date:

09/25/2026

Application Deadline:

10/12/2026

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title:

Senior Total WellBeing Manager

Appointment Type:

EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number:

20021223

Vacancy ID:

NF0010076

Full Time/Part Time:

Full-Time Permanent

FTE:

1

Hours per week:

40

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

78,000-81,172

Proposed Start Date:

11/02/2026

Be a Tar Heel!

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Hybrid: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The Division of Finance and Operations at UNC-Chapel Hill encompasses a broad range of departments (Facilities Services, Finance, Budget & Data Analysis, Real Estate & Campus Enterprises, Human Resources, and Organizational Strategy and Performance) that serve and support the University’s teaching, research and public service mission through dedicated, innovative work processes and high-quality customer service.

The HR-Benefits-Leave-Well-Being Department strives for continuous excellence in service to help advance the mission of the Office of Human Resources at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill ‘our purpose is our people’. Benefit and leave plans include:

• Medical & health benefits
• Life, accidental death & dismemberment plans
• Disability plans
• Retirement & savings plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Education benefits

Position Summary:

The primary purpose of the Senior Total WellBeing Manager is to develop, manage and actively promote a variety of work life and wellness programs offered through the Office of Human Resources in support of the University’s intent to achieve wellness program goals and objectives. The spectrum of programs will promote wellness in the areas of core benefits, work-life, healthy living, family, financial, education and community service. The wellness program portfolio will partner with various units across the Office of Human Resources, campus constituents, benefit plan vendors and community partners to provide programs, education and resources.

This position will manage Work Life & Wellness support staff, overseeing development, logistical planning and administration of programs and events for university employees. This will include partnering with vendors to plan, produce and implement programs; collaborating with co-workers, campus constituents and others to ensure success; including negotiating and contracting with program providers and facilitators and others; assisting with communications and publicity; and providing budgeting and financial tracking reports.

This position will also manage two Wellness Specialists who have various duties in support of wellness programs at UNC.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Master’s or Bachelor’s and 0-2 years’ experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

This position requires professional knowledge of current developments and trends within the arena of programs related to work-life and wellness. The incumbent must have the ability to interpret the University’s priorities, mission and goals that support work-life and wellness programs.

The ability to coordinate and administer simultaneous and multi-faceted programs, projects and activities within resources and budget is necessary. The incumbent must demonstrate a strong ability to negotiate contracts, assess risk and apply quality control measures associated with delivered programs.

The position requires close collaboration across multi-functional resources. A sound ability to understand relationships and share knowledge and critical thinking to achieve mutually agreeable outcomes. The position requires strong communication skills, both oral and written. Familiarity with a variety of communication and media outlets is paramount to the success of program details reaching the desired audiences. The position requires ability to coordinate, facilitate and participate in a collaborative approach to the delivery of successful programs.

The incumbent must be able to review, summarize and analyze business operations, program information and data to determine and ensure compliance with program objectives and parameters.

Sound judgment, the ability to think and work under pressure, excellent communication skills, ability to work with limited supervision and prioritize effectively, and a sense of urgency when warranted are essential for this position.

This position requires the knowledge, skills and ability to supervise staff with a sense of fairness, spirit of teamwork and in a productive, positive and meaningful way.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

Prior supervisory experience, and experience in the design, planning, support, and delivery of employee-focused work/life and/or wellness activities within a higher-education setting.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.