Oregon State University

Position Details

Position Information

Department Student Health Services (MSH)

Position Title Administrator 2-Med/Clin Serv

Job Title Executive Director of Student Health Clinics

Appointment Type Professional Faculty

Job Location Corvallis

Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary

Student Health Services is seeking an Executive Director of Student Health Clinics. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 12-month, professional faculty position.

The Executive Director of the Student Health Clinics at Oregon State University is a visionary leadership role that unifies clinical excellence with strategic oversight. As the senior leader overseeing both medical and administrative functions, this position is entrusted with shaping the future of the student health clinics through integrated care, operational innovation, and mission-driven leadership. This position is responsible for establishing the clinic’s strategic direction, managing clinical and administrative operations, representing the student health clinics as the principal spokesperson, and participating in public health initiatives throughout the campus community. A large and complex organization such as the Student Health Clinics requires a strong leader and effective communicator—someone who can inspire teams, articulate vision, and maintain cohesion amid diverse challenges and opportunities. The Executive Director aligns the clinic’s work with OSU’s broader goals of student success, health equity, and institutional excellence, and fosters a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and compassionate service. This role offers a singular opportunity to lead with empathy, drive innovation, and build a legacy of wellness that supports every student’s journey at OSU .

This position reports directly to the Associate Vice President for Health & Wellbeing, and sits on the Health & Wellbeing leadership team as well as the Student Affairs Collaborative. The Executive Director provides supervision to physicians, clinical staff, and administrative personnel.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
  
  

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
  
  

Oregon State University is deeply committed to the principles of a Health Promoting University. This commitment drives a collaborative approach across OSU’s safety and well-being programs, reducing silos and coordinating efforts to enhance employee safety and well-being. By prioritizing resources that support the health of both employees and students, OSU fosters a culture of care and a healthier campus environment where everyone can thrive.

2025 Best Place for Working Parents® Designation!

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Administration (50%)

Clinical Oversight & Quality Improvement (30%)

Supervision & Staff Development (15%)

External/Internal Relations (5%)

What You Will Need

• Medical degree (MD or DO) and current Oregon medical license or eligibility for licensure, with active or eligible DEA registration upon hire.
• Three years of leadership experience in a clinical or healthcare environment, including demonstrated responsibility for operations, supervision, and program coordination of multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated success in clinical leadership, strategic planning, and organizational management.
• Demonstrated experience in leading a dynamic team by utilizing effective leadership and management skills.
• Thorough understanding of accreditation standards and compliance requirements.
• Ability to communicate with diverse audiences, build trust and consensus across disciplines, manage and resolve conflicts, and demonstrate strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Demonstrable experience with healthcare administration, human resources, risk management, quality improvement and budget management.
• Commitment to health equity, inclusive leadership, and fostering a positive, supportive, and culturally responsive workplace.
  
  

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

What We Would Like You To Have

• Strong knowledge around issues related to the health and well-being of college students, including mental health, sexual health, preventative care, travel medicine, and chronic disease management.
• Advanced degree in healthcare administration, public health, or a related field.
• Experience with innovative healthcare delivery models and telehealth services.
  
  

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

M-F 8-5, some evenings and weekends

Pay Method Salary

Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month

Pay Date Last working day of the month

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range $220,000-$260,000

Link To Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/175663

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P09641UF

Number of Vacancies 1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 06/01/2026

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date 12/23/2025

Full Consideration Date

Closing Date 02/13/2026

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

The closing date has been extended in order to expand the original applicant pool.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

• A resume
• A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
  
  

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact:

Sheridan Nyden

Sheridan.nyden@oregonstate.edu

541 737 3106

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu .

Any required license and/or certification may be uploaded as License or Certification 1. The online application system will allow you to attach your license/certification if the PDF file is 9MB or less. If over 9MB in size, submit to contact person listed. The license and/or certification must be received by the closing date if not uploaded with your application.