Principal Wellness Program Manager

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4 Locations
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Expert/Leader
Financial Services
The Role
Leads enterprise wellness programs from strategy through evaluation, using data and behavior-change principles to improve engagement and outcomes. Manages vendors, contracts, budgets, communications, and cross-functional initiatives; advises senior leaders and business units; develops strategic plans and recommendations; ensures program quality; and mentors staff. The role requires extensive corporate wellness expertise, stakeholder influence, data analysis, and independent leadership across complex priorities.
Summary Generated by Built In

Navy Federal Credit Union currently does not provide sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.


To lead the strategy, development, execution and evaluation of key enterprise wellness programs and initiatives. Partners with leaders across the organization, coordinates work across multiple functions and drives alignment among diverse stakeholders to advance organizational goals. Uses data, insights and outcomes to inform decisions, shape recommendations and continuously improve programs. Works independently to navigate ambiguity. Solves highly complex business challenges with significant operational impact. Provides strategic support across the Wellness portfolio, mentors and develops team members, and serves as a trusted advisor and recognized expert in the wellness field. Experience with Financial Wellness a plus.

Responsibilities
  • Lead the development and management of strategic wellness programs to include health promotion, engagement, behavior change and other related programs.
  • Proactively monitor and analyze wellness program data; track industry trends and best practices to ensure wellness programs remain competitive; present conclusions and recommendations to improve program effectiveness.
  • Lead the selection and management of vendors to include contract development and implementation; oversee contract quality assurance and budget for the division.
  • Evaluate delivery, customer service satisfaction and effectiveness of division vendors; ensure vendor integration with other benefits vendors. 
  • Provide guidance and consult with business unit leaders to create and develop custom wellness programs, resources and training that will support the business unit needs and company objectives.
  • Collaborate with and advise senior leadership to integrate wellness into organizational strategy, policies, and practices.
  • Oversee annual wellness communications plan; coordinate with Internal Communications to develop and draft communications and other written materials to support the corporate wellness strategy.
  • Partner, advise, and maintain relationships with team members, management, to include executive or senior leadership, key stakeholders, and vendors to ensure service and quality of wellness programs meet and/or exceed expectations.
  • As subject matter expert, collaborate with and lead inter-departmental teams to influence, develop and integrate wellness programming and policies, including making recommendations that tie in with broader enterprise strategy.
  • Lead development of strategic plans, tactics and goals for the division using data-driven and qualitative insights to include broader strategic considerations.
  • Mentor junior and developing staff.
Qualifications
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience
  • Subject matter expert within business area/specialization with understanding of interrelationships of different disciplines
  • Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence executive decisions
  • Significant experience overseeing the design, implementation, and evaluation of high-impact wellness programs
  • Expert knowledge of corporate wellness programs and initiatives
  • Expert knowledge of behavior change theory and its application to diverse populations
  • Specialized skill in collecting and analyzing data to evaluate program effectiveness
  • Significant experience in working with all levels of staff, management, stakeholders, vendors
  • Specialized skill to successfully influence, lead and/or guide others towards goals
  • Significant experience managing and leading multiple priorities independently and/or in a team environment to achieve goals 
  • Specialized skill building relationships through rapport, trust, diplomacy and tact
  • Expert ability to compile, organize and present information clearly and concisely
  • Specialized skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions
  • Expert verbal and written communication skills
  • Expert organizational, planning and time management skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity
  • Ability to mentor junior and developing staff.
  • Bachelor’s degree in health promotion or related field, or equivalent training, education, and experience

Desired Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in related field or the equivalent combination of training, education, and experience
  • Certified Health Education Specialist or other health/wellness related certification


Additional Information

Hours:

  • Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location:

  • 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
  • 5510 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526
  • 141 Security Drive, Winchester, VA 22602
  • 9999 Willow Creek Road, San Diego, CA 92131
About Us

Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.

Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.

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Skills Required

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience
  • Subject matter expertise within the relevant business area or specialization
  • Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills, including influencing executive decisions
  • Experience overseeing the design, implementation, and evaluation of high-impact wellness programs
  • Expert knowledge of corporate wellness programs and initiatives
  • Expert knowledge of behavior change theory and its application to diverse populations
  • Skill collecting and analyzing data to evaluate program effectiveness
  • Experience working with staff, management, stakeholders, and vendors
  • Ability to influence, lead, and guide others toward goals
  • Experience managing multiple priorities independently or in a team environment
  • Skill building relationships through rapport, trust, diplomacy, and tact
  • Ability to compile, organize, and present information clearly and concisely
  • Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment
  • Expert verbal and written communication skills
  • Expert organizational, planning, and time-management skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity
  • Ability to mentor junior and developing staff
  • Bachelor's degree in health promotion or related field, or equivalent training, education, and experience
  • Master's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience
  • Certified Health Education Specialist or other health or wellness-related certification

Navy Federal Credit Union Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Navy Federal Credit Union and has not been reviewed or approved by Navy Federal Credit Union.

  • Retirement Support — A pension alongside a strong 401(k) match and additional retirement programs makes long‑term value a standout element of the total package. This combination is positioned as a differentiator among private employers.
  • Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage is complemented by on‑site health services at major campuses. Wellness resources and typical offerings like an EAP broaden the health support available.
  • Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave, plus adoption and surrogacy assistance, indicate meaningful support for growing families. Education assistance further extends family and life‑stage support.

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The Company
HQ: Vienna, VA
15,930 Employees
Year Founded: 1933

What We Do

Navy Federal Credit Union is the world's largest credit union with over 12 million members, over $160 billion in assets and over 22,000 employees. As a credit union, we have members, not customers. At our campuses in Vienna, VA, Pensacola, FL and Winchester, VA, and in our more than 350 branches, we serve the men and women of the Armed Forces, Department of Defense, veterans and their families. We deliver world-class service, rooted in the belief that it is an honor and privilege to serve our members. We are committed to providing our members outstanding financial products and services. Navy Federal offers a career, not just a job. We are proud of the robust Total Rewards package we offer to our employees, including competitive salaries, incentive programs, comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, retirement plans with employer match, award-winning training programs, professional development programs, tuition assistance, paid leave, and work/life programs. Federally insured by NCUA. Equal opportunity employer. Android™ is a trademark of Google, Inc. iPhone® is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc. iPad® is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc. App Store(SM) is a service mark of Apple, Inc. Message and data rates may apply. FORTUNE and 100 Best Companies to Work For are registered trademarks of Time Inc., and are used under license. FORTUNE and Time Inc., are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of, Navy Federal Credit Union. For more info, visit navyfederal.org

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