Irving ISD · 6 hours ago
Blue Zones Worksite Coordinator (25-26 SY)- Communication and Marketing
Irving, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expIrving Independent School District is seeking a Blue Zones Worksite Coordinator to implement the Blue Zones Worksite and Schools Transformation initiative. The role involves engaging employees and stakeholders to foster a culture of well-being and achieve certification as a Blue Zones Worksite and School.
Education
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the national Blue Zones team to lead and sustain implementation of the customized district blueprint and school-based action plans, ensuring coordinated advancement of well-being initiatives and measurable progress across all schools, leaders, and stakeholders
Develop strong relationships with leaders and key stakeholders within the community to encourage and maximize engagement within Blue Zones activities (moais, Purpose Workshops, and volunteer events), empower teams to lead and adopt blueprint best practices, and achieve well-being improvement goals
Maintain a strong knowledge to serve as a subject matter expert of Blue Zones research, worksite health promotion, and best practices related to supporting well-being within a school district
Drive employee engagement and communication plans, leveraging the support of the Zones national team to ensure successful execution, including the delivery of programs and events that promote the learning and collaboration of Blue Zones principles
Track and meet monthly participation targets and project plan milestones to achieve annual certification targets
With guidance from the national Blue Zones team, compile organizational performance/value measures and outcomes, validation for best practice implementation, and impact stories
Lead the Blue Zones Steering Committee and Ambassador Network. Provide ongoing training, guidance, and recognition for school-based well-being champions and ambassadors
Actively plan and participate in organizational events throughout the district, including off-site events with local sponsors
Adhere to Blue Zones organizational values and behaviors, brand guidelines, and technology systems and tools as instructed
Facilitate Purpose Workshops for staff and students to help individuals connect personal purpose to organizational goals and overall well-being
Organize and launch Moais (social support groups) within schools and departments to build connections and foster belonging
Coordinate volunteer and community engagement initiatives for staff and students that align with Blue Zones principles and district goals
Assist in the development of well-being-related communications (newsletters, intranet posts, staff spotlights) to highlight district progress and promote participation
Support the alignment of Blue Zones work with district initiatives, including established wellness programs
Maintain organized records of events, participants, and communications to ensure continuity and sustainability of the program
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a health-related field; OR equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
Ability to travel locally, using your own vehicle between campuses within the district
Valid driver's license and proof of current auto insurance
Strong self-starter and team group leader
Adept at working with all levels of organizations to secure ongoing participation and utilization of the appropriate tools and resources
Compelling written and oral communication skills as it relates to driving initiatives within an organization
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Ability to represent the Blue Zones brand with partners, the public, and the media
Inspiring, influential, collaborative, and responsible
Strong project management skills to ensure initiative strategies stay on track and within budget
Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
Experience working in multidisciplinary, multicultural, and multi-sectoral partnerships
Strong facilitation skills
Energized by the Blue Zones' mission to empower everyone, everywhere to live better, longer
2 years' experience in health education, worksite health promotion, and/or wellness consulting
Company
Irving ISD
Irving ISD is a premier school district in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and is one of the most diverse school districts in the state.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Alvin McQuarters
Chief Technology Officer
Robin Latiolais Bayer
Chief Learning Officer
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