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Job Opportunities

May 2, 2008

Applications are currently being accepted for the following position openings. A position description is on file in the Office of Human Resources for each staff position. If you are interested in applying for a staff position, submit a Springfield College Application for Staff Employment (downloadable at: human resources home), resume, and cover letter to the Office of Human Resources, Administration Building, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA 01109, or fax to (413) 748-3726. For your convenience, Job Opportunities is now posted on the Springfield College home page on the World Wide Web at http://www.spfldcol.edu.

NEW OPPORTUNITIES

Support Staff:

Title:Police Officer
Department:Public Safety
Reports to:Chief, Public Safety
Appointment: Full-time
Position Posted:May 9, 2008
Position Band:23
Status:Accepting Applications

DescriptionUnder indirect supervision, this position provides personal, equipment and real property security for faculty, staff, students and visitors at Springfield College. Responsibility for enforcing campus regulations and local, state and federal laws. Provide escort services, and other public assistance services as needed. Performs routine security and public safety patrol duties as assigned.

QualificationsThis position requires knowledge equivalent to that gained through completion of a high school diploma and a minimum of four years directly related experience; or the equivalent in combined education and experience. Minimum age requirement is 21 years of age; and must be able to read and speak English. Must be able to secure an officer’s badge from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and receive basic and specialized training as required by the Massachusetts Criminal Justice Training Council. Incumbents must possess a valid F.I.D. card, a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and a violation free driving record. Must be a certified First Responder. Incumbents must have the physical ability to lift injured/sick individuals, pursue suspects, climb stairs, go over fences and wrestle with suspects. Incumbents must be able to pass pre-employment physical; CORI and background checks.

PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED OPPORTUNITIES

Administrative/Professional Staff:

Title:Archivist
Department:Library Services
Reports to:Director of Library Services
Appointment: Full-time
Position Posted:April 25, 2008
Position Band:32
Status:Accepting Applications

Description: Plans, organizes, maintains, and preserves a specified print and/or non-print archival collection. Appraises and/or edits archival records and historically valuable materials of the institution. Participates in research activities based on archival materials. Develops policy and/or procedure and directly manages the acquisition, disposition, and safekeeping of archival materials. Advise outside agencies, scholars, journalists, and others concerning the history of the College; establish policies related to access to confidential materials. Advises and assists researchers in the application of archival materials in research activities; interprets requirements and supplies and consults on archival information.

Qualifications:MLS degree with 3 years experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience, in records administration, archival material collections, library, history-related or other related experience to obtain skills necessary to acquire, organize, store and disseminate historically valuable College records. Considerable interpersonal, organizational, planning, project management and oral and written communication skills. Good organizational, communication and customer service skills. Prefer some supervisory ability and experience and previous experience managing reformatting projects. Prefer experience with automated storage and retrieval systems, electronic records, database design/management and electronic publication.

Title:Assistant Dean/Campus Director
Department: School of Human Services - Houston, TX campus
Reports to:Dean, School of Human Services
Appointment: Full-time
Position Posted:January 11, 2008
Position Band:34
Status:Accepting Applications

Description:This position provides leadership and coordination of all campus activities, including, but not limited to: oversee marketing, recruitment, and admissions; supervise academic support services; recruit, supervise, and facilitate development of full-time and adjunct faculty; develop academic schedule and assign faculty; develop and maintain budget; develop community relations towards establishment of collaborative academic relationships and formation of a community advisory board.

Qualifications:The successful candidate has an earned doctorate; minimum of 5 years administrative experience in higher education; minimum of 3 years college-level teaching, ideally in teaching adults from diverse backgrounds; excellent oral, written, and technology communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and to organize and prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities; ability to handle sensitive, confidential information in a mature, professional manner; eager to be part of a collaborative work group. Travel and weekend work is required. Please forward letters of intent/application, current resume, curricular vita, and the names and phone numbers of three professional references to: Dr. Robert Willey, Dean, School of Human Services, Springfield College, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA 01109-3797.

Title:Assistant Dean/Campus Director
Department: School of Human Services - Los Angeles, CA campus
Reports to:Dean, School of Human Services
Appointment: Full-time
Position Posted:January 11, 2008
Position Band:34
Status:Accepting Applications

Description:This position provides leadership and coordination of all campus activities, including, but not limited to: oversee marketing, recruitment, and admissions; supervise academic support services; recruit, supervise, and facilitate development of full-time and adjunct faculty; develop academic schedule and assign faculty; develop and maintain budget; develop community relations towards establishment of collaborative academic relationships and formation of a community advisory board.

Qualifications:The successful candidate has an earned doctorate; minimum of 5 years administrative experience in higher education; minimum of 3 years college-level teaching, ideally in teaching adults from diverse backgrounds; excellent oral, written, and technology communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and to organize and prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities; ability to handle sensitive, confidential information in a mature, professional manner; eager to be part of a collaborative work group. Travel and weekend work is required. Please forward letters of intent/application, current resume, curricular vita, and the names and phone numbers of three professional references to: Dr. Robert Willey, Dean, School of Human Services, Springfield College, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA 01109-3797.

Title:Assistant Director of Academic Services
Department:Academic Services
Reports to:Director of Academic Services
Appointment: Full-time
Position Posted:April 25, 2008
Position Band:31
Status:Accepting Applications

Description:Provide advising support to students who visit the Academic Advising Office, including students studying abroad, changing majors, returning from leave or withdrawal, or who are on academic warning or probation. Other responsibilities include evaluating transfer credit for prospective undergraduate students including advanced placement, CLEP, and foreign college-level course work. This position will serve as the designated advisor for a caseload of students in the undeclared and general studies major and as an advisor for all UG non-matriculated students. Will assist the Director with general training of academic advisors, and assist with advising and registration functions associated with summer orientation for incoming UG students.

Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of two years experience working in higher education related to academic advising, career counseling, academic services or records/registration. Advanced degree preferred. Must have excellent interpersonal skills and an understanding of developmental and prescriptive advising practices. Ability to multitask and meet deadlines with accuracy. Ability to work proactively within a diverse campus constituency.

Title:Assistant Director for Administration
Department: School of Human Services - Houston, TX campus
Reports to:Campus Director
Appointment: Full-time
Position Posted:March 14, 2008
Position Band:32
Status:Accepting Applications

Description:: This position is responsible for the smooth functioning of all administrative services at the campus. This includes monitoring of annual operating budget; purchasing and billing; operation of the physical plant; student billing; administrative staffing, supervision and evaluation. The Assistant Director for Administration assumes campus management responsibilities in the absence of the Campus Director along with other assistant directors. Serves as liaison to Springfield College administrative offices. Perform other duties as required or requested by supervisor.

Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree, preferably in business, marketing or human services, and a minimum of three years progressively responsible administrative experience in higher education or human services; or the equivalent in combined education and experience. Must be available to work some weekends. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Strong computer skills. Ability to work independently and to organize and prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities; to handle sensitive, confidential information in a mature, professional manner. Please forward letters of application, current resume, and the names and phone numbers of three professional references to: Helen Wright, Director of New Campus Development, School of Human Services, Springfield College, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA 01109-3797.

Title:Assistant Director for Recruitment/Admissions
Department: School of Human Services - Boston, MA campus
Reports to:Campus Director
Appointment: Full-time, some evenings and weekends
Position Posted:December 14, 2007
Position Band:32
Status:Accepting Applications

Description:Responsibilities include all aspects of recruitment and admissions of undergraduate and graduate adult students. Develops multi-year recruitment/marketing plans consistent with the institution mission. Oversees all functions of admissions, chairs the admissions committee, and conducts open houses/information sessions. Additional responsibilities include: event planning, community outreach, and participation in new student orientations. The incumbent will supervise the Coordinator for Financial Aid and Administrative Assistant positions.

Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years experience in the field of human services and/or higher education; or the equivalent in combined education and experience. Master’s degree preferred. Experience in admissions, making public presentations and interviewing prospects. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to work independently, and to handle confidential information in a mature, professional manner. Weekend work and valid driver’s license required.

Title:Assistant Director for Recruitment and Admissions
Department: School of Human Services - Houston, TX campus
Reports to:Campus Director
Appointment: Full-time
Position Posted:March 14, 2008
Position Band:32
Status:Accepting Applications

Description:Responsibilities include all aspects of recruitment and admissions of undergraduate and graduate adult students. Develops a multi-year recruitment/marketing plans consistent with the institution mission. Oversees all functions of admissions, chairs the admissions committee, and conducts open houses/information sessions. Additional responsibilities include: event planning, community outreach, and participation in new student orientations. The incumbent will supervise the Coordinator for Financial Aid and Administrative Assistant positions.

Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years experience in the field of human services and/or higher education; or the equivalent in combined education and experience. Master’s degree preferred. Experience in admissions and recruitment, making public presentations and interviewing prospects. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to work independently, and to handle confidential information in a mature, professional manner. Weekend work and valid driver’s license required. Please forward letters of intent/application, current resume, and the names and phone numbers of three professional references to: Marisol Martinez, School of Human Services, Springfield College, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA 01109-3797.

Title:Director of Donor Relations and Records
Department:Institutional Advancement
Reports to:Director of Advancement Services
Appointment: Full-time
Position Posted:February 22, 2008
Position Band:32
Status:Accepting Applications

Description:This position has primary responsibility for all aspects of individual donor stewardship, which includes developing and sustaining an ongoing stewardship plan for the College, and assuring the coordination of all stewardship activities. These efforts will include best practices in donor relations, gift recognition, gift reporting, and, donor recognition events and publications.

Qualifications:A bachelor's degree is required with a minimum of three years experience working in development and alumni relations or related experience preferred. Candidates should be enthusiastic and goal-oriented, and should have excellent oral and written communication skills, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, creativity, willingness to work at times that are convenient for our donors, and the ability to treat confidential information with discretion.

Title:Lead Pre-K Teacher
Department: Child Development Center
Reports to:Directr, Child Development Center
Appointment: Full-time, 12 month
Position Posted:April 4, 2008
Position Band:30
Status:Accepting Applications

Description:: Working under the supervision of the Child Development Center Director, this position will plan and implement a developmental curricula for the group of children assigned; oversee use and maintenance of equipment, materials and the facility; and facilitate parent participation in the program. The successful candidate will plan curricula and conduct activities for assigned children; incorporate health and safety standards for the children into the overall program; implement developmentally appropriate children’s curriculum, including provision for affective cognitive and motor development; and promote the development of children’s self-control, self-esteem, and positive relationships with others.

Qualifications:The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, or related field. DEEC pre-school qualified as a condition of employment.

p>Title:Senior Programmer/Analyst
Department:ITS
Reports to:Chief Technology Officer
Appointment: Full-time
Position Posted:November 9, 2007
Position Band:31
Status: Accepting Applications

Description: Responsible for the design, code writing, performance testing and documentation of complex business applications programs for the College’s IBM System i5 computer. Provides functional and maintenance support for the college’s business application systems programs for the user community.

Qualifications B.S. degree in Information Systems and Data Processing with a minimum of 5 years experience in a IBM System i5 environment. Superior IBM System i5 technical expertise in i5/OS, DB2 UDB for iSeries, SQL and Query/400, ILE RPG and SQLRPGLE, CLP, DFU, SDA, SEU, TCP/IP networking and iSeries for Windows. Excellent problem-solving, systems design, and interpersonal skills a must. Experience in higher education with Jenzabar TE (formerly CMDS 2000) software is preferred.

Faculty:

Title: Assistant Professor - Composition and Rhetoric
Department:Humanities
Reports to: Dean, School of Arts, Sciences and Professional Studies
Appointment:9-month, tenure track
Position Posted:February 8, 2008
Status: Accepting Applications

Description:Teach first year composition as well as grammar and usage. Assist in the preparation of students for meeting communication and literacy standards for licensing and/or accreditation requirements (e.g. Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure), and will work with the College writing program and the Academic Success Center.

Qualifications: An earned doctorate in composition or rhetoric, or related field required. Demonstrated excellence in teaching and a strong commitment to scholarly and service activities. Applicants should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three professional references to Dr. Mary Healey, Dean, School of Arts, Sciences and Professional Studies, Springfield College, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA 01109.

Title: Assistant Professor -Outdoor Recreation/Camp Administration
Department:Department of Sport Management and Recreation
Reports to: Dean, School of Health, Physical Education and Recreation
Appointment:9-month, tenure track
Position Posted:November 16, 2007
Status: Accepting Applications

Description:The College is seeking a candidate with expertise in Outdoor Recreation and Camp Administration to teach both undergraduate and graduate levels as a member of the Department of Sport Management and Recreation.

Qualifications:Doctorate in Recreation, Leisure Studies or related discipline, with experience in the field required. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellence in teaching and have a strong commitment to scholarly and service activities. Applicants should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three professional references to Dr. William J. Considine, Dean, School of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, Springfield College, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA 01109. Application screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Title: Assistant/Associate Professor - Pedagogy
Department: Physical Education Teacher Education
Reports to: Dean, School of Physical Education, Health Education and Recreation
Appointment:9-month, tenure track
Position Posted:September 21, 2007
Status: Accepting Applications

Description:Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: instructional assignments in undergraduate and graduate physical education pedagogy courses; supervision of pre-practicum and practicum experiences; academic advisement; thesis/dissertation advisement; and participation in service and scholarly activities. Instructional responsibilities may include elementary and/or secondary physical education design and implementation, instructional strategies, analysis of teaching behaviors, motor development.

Qualifications:The successful candidate will have an earned doctorate in Physical Education, Exercise Science and Sports Studies or a related discipline; with teaching experience at the elementary and/or secondary level required; additional college/university level experience in physical education teacher preparation preferred. Experience with developmental physical education required. Applicants should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three professional references to Dr. William J. Considine, Dean, School of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, Springfield College, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA 01109. Application screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Title: Assistant Professor
Department:School of Human Services - Houston, TX campus
Reports to: Dean, School of Human Services
Appointment:12-month, non-tenure track
Position Posted:March 14, 2008
Status: Accepting Applications

Description:Responsibilities include teaching in the Human Services major and supporting the Campus Director in faculty development. In addition to teaching four courses per term, each faculty member advises 25 to 30 students.

Qualifications:An earned doctorate and experience teaching adult learners is required. Candidates should be familiar with the SHS program and be able to teach with a particular focus on strategies to develop the leadership potential of adult learners. Strong oral, written, and technology communication skills are necessary. Bilingual capability and experience in multi-cultural settings is desirable. Send letter of application, resume, including curriculum vita, and the names, addresses and phone numbers of three professional references to:Dr. Jean Wyld, Vice President for Academic Affairs, Springfield College, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA 01109-3797.

Title: Assistant Professor - Youth Development
Department:Social Sciences
Reports to: Dean, School of Arts, Sciences and Professional Studies
Appointment:9-month, non-tenure track
Position Posted:February 29, 2008
Status: Accepting Applications

Description:Able to teach Introduction and Advanced Youth Development, Youth in Society, Group Work, Case Management, Community Development and Social Work. This position will also share responsibility for supervising the tiered practica sequence and internships.

Qualifications:Master’s degree in Social Work (with youth development experience; or a doctorate in a related field to youth development and youth work. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in youth serving agencies or organizations such as the YMCA, Boys and Girls Clubs. Applicants should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three professional references to Dr. Mary Healey, Dean, School of Arts, Sciences and Professional Studies, Springfield College, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA 01109.

Support Staff:

Title:Administrative Assistant
Department: School of Human Services - Houston, TX campus
Reports to:Campus Director
Appointment: Full-time, weekend work required
Position Posted:March 14, 2008
Position Band:23
Status:Accepting Applications

Description Provide clerical/secretarial assistance and administrative support to the Assistant Director for Recruitment/Admissions. Responsibilities include: maintain department records and follow up on projects and correspondence of the Assistant Director; draft and prepare a variety of correspondence, reports, memos, and other similar material; proofread correspondence and publications; greet and provide a liaison for visitors to the office; determine the nature of the visit, provide information not requiring others’ attention; supervise student aides assigned to the department. Perform other tasks as required or requested by the supervisor.

QualificationsThis position requires knowledge equivalent to that gained through completion of a high school diploma and a minimum of four years related secretarial/support experience; proficiency in Microsoft Office 2000; excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills; ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks. Ability to handle confidential information in a mature, sensitive manner. Please send resume and application to: Marisol Cruz, Director of Leadership Development, Springfield College, School of Human Services, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA 01109.

Title:Lead Systems Operator
Department:ITS
Reports to:Administrative Systems Director of Operations and Training
Appointment: Full-time
Position Posted:March 21, 2008
Position Band:23
Status:Accepting Applications

DescriptionResponsible for the operation of the College’s IBM System i5 computer and auxiliary equipment. Monitor system and subsystems for optimum efficiency and potential problems. Plan, schedule, and monitor work on system and auxiliary printers. Responsible for producing accurate reports to individuals and departments using various system tools. Monitors Administrative Computing Helpdesk requests. Responsible for the proper direction and handling of departmental phone calls. Maintain documentation of operations. Maintain inventory of supplies. Occasional data entry required. Other duties assigned by supervisor.

QualificationsHigh school diploma, or the equivalent; with a minimum 4 years experience in an IBM i5 or AS/400 systems environment. Associates degree in Information Systems and Data Processing preferred. Understanding of Lotus Notes and Jenzabar TE software; excellent written and oral communication skills required. Knowledge of job control and command language. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must work with accuracy and confidentiality.

Springfield College is an equal opportunity employer. People from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants with disabilities requesting reasonable accommodations during the application process should contact the Manager of Employment and Equal Employment Opportunity Officer at (413) 748-3118; TTY/Voice (413) 748-3383.

Manager of Employment/EOO
Springfield College
263 Alden Street
Springfield MA 01109

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