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Assistant Professor in Psychology
The Wesleyan College Department of Psychology announces an opening for a tenure-track assistant professor beginning August 2008. Preference will be given to candidates with strong teaching background and who can involve undergraduate students in an active program of research. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. The teaching load includes one evening course per semester. Courses to be taught include, but are not limited to, general psychology, developmental psychology, statistics, research methods, psychological testing, senior research seminar, and senior applied seminar. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching competency, three letters of reference, and graduate transcript(s) to: Dr. James D. Rowan, Professor and Chair, Department of Psychology, Wesleyan College, 4760 Forsyth Rd., Macon, GA. 31210. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled but applicants should submit required support materials by November 15, 2007. Wesleyan College, a liberal arts college for women founded in 1836, emphasizes teaching excellence and seminar-based classes.
Chemistry and Physics
Wesleyan College’s Department of Chemistry and Physics invites applications for a full-time, one-year visiting position in Chemistry, starting August 6, 2008, with the possibility of a tenure-track, assistant professor appointment for exceptional applicants. A Ph. D. in chemistry, environmental chemistry, environmental science, or a related field is required. Experience with analytical instrumentation, including atomic absorption spectroscopy, is preferred. Further, the applicant must be familiar with current environmental science pedagogy and research, and deeply committed to undergraduate instruction. Duties will include teaching introductory environmental science, environmental chemistry, and a seminar-style course that examines environmental issues from economic and political perspectives. Additional chemistry courses will include courses in general chemistry or possibly an upper-level chemistry course in accordance with the successful candidate’s area of expertise.
Interested candidates should send a vita, a copy of official graduate transcripts, statements of teaching interests and philosophy, and three confidential letters of reference to dmcdonald@wesleyancollege.edu. Though electronic submission is preferable, application information may also be mailed to Dina McDonald, Wesleyan College, 4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210. Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
Public Services Librarian II
Willet Memorial Library at Wesleyan College seeks applications for the position of Public Services Librarian II, a full-time, 12-month, non-tenured faculty position reporting to the Director of the library.
Required Qualifications:
• ALA-accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to work in a collegial and collaborative environment
• Considerable knowledge of library collections and operations, especially circulation, reserves, interlibrary loan and stack maintenance
• Familiarity with online catalogs and circulation, Internet Resources, and OCLC
• Strong problem-solving skills
• At least two years’ experience in a library setting, preferably in an academic library
Desired Qualifications:
• Familiarity with Innovative Interfaces
• Supervisory experience
Responsibilities:
• Participate in library planning, development, assessment, and special projects
• Perform collection development activities, including acquisition of library resources, forming liaisons with faculty to develop particular collections
• Hire, supervise, and train student assistants
• Provide direct reference, research assistance, and instruction services to students, faculty, and staff
• Provide Interlibrary Loan assistance and oversight
• Serve in reference rotation, including evening and weekend hours
• Plan and prepare displays
• Pursue continuing education and professional development activities
• Cross-train with other Public Services staff in circulation and other library functions
To apply, send a letter of application, resume, contact information for at least three references, and unofficial copies of transcripts to Olga Van Atten, via e-mail at ovanatten@wesleyancollege.edu or by post to Wesleyan College, 4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210. Review of applications will begin immediately. Position will remain open until filled.
Certified Lifeguard
Part-time position available at Porter Gym starting immediately. Must have certification. Morning and evening shifts are available, plus some weekends. Pays $10.00/hour. If interested, please contact Joanna Faulk in the Nontraditional Office at 478-757-5180 or jfaulk@wesleyancollege.edu.
Director of Student Activities
Wesleyan College is accepting resumes from qualified professionals interested in the position of Director of Student Affairs. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day operation of the Department of Student Activities including Leadership Development, Orientation, and Advisement of all Student Boards and Clubs. In addition, this position serves as the co-director of the First Year Experience and is integral part of the Student Affairs team.
Qualifications include: Master’s degree in Student Personnel Services or related field highly preferred. Minimum of two years of Student Activities or Student Affairs experience required. The position requires demonstrated skills in communication, flexibility, organization, leadership, crisis management, problem-solving, human relations, and ability to work with diverse populations.
Qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three references to:
Patricia M. Gibbs, Vice President for Enrollment Services and Student Affairs, Wesleyan College, 4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210.
Director of Residence Life
Wesleyan College is accepting resumes from qualified professionals interested in the position of Director of Residence Life. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day operation of the Wesleyan College Residence Life Program, which includes supervision and training of resident advisers, coordination of programming in the residence halls, service as a member of the student affairs emergency team, and involvement with the First Year Experience program.
Qualifications include: Bachelor’s degree required and Master’s degree in student personnel services or related field preferred. A minimum of two years of residence life or student affairs experience required. The position requires demonstrated skills in ability to work with diverse populations, communication, flexibility, organization, leadership, crisis management, community development, and human relations.
Qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three references to:
Patricia M. Gibbs, Vice President for Enrollment Services and Student Affairs, Wesleyan College, 4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210.
Director of the Academic Center
Wesleyan College invites applications for the position of Director of the Academic Center to begin July 1, 2008. This eleven-month position administers a program which helps prepare students to succeed academically in all classes. Responsibilities include identifying, assessing, and monitoring students who have academic difficulties; providing academic counseling, instruction, or referral to tutors; developing workshops to help students; supervising Academic Center tutors; advising students with learning disabilities; collaborating with faculty, staff, and advisors to develop programs that will help students excel academically; and assessing the effectiveness of academic support programs. The director will also teach a one-semester hour transition course in the day and the evening.
Qualifications include a master’s degree or higher in education, student development, or mathematics; experience working with high school or undergraduate students; passion for students who struggle academically; the ability to work with a diverse group of faculty, staff, and students; the ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously; and excellent skills in oral and written communication, organization, and computing.
Application procedure: Interested candidates should provide a letter of application, vita, three confidential letters of recommendation from references who can address qualifications relevant to this position, and copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts will be required of the successful candidate). Send application materials to Vickie Warner, Wesleyan College, 4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210 (vwarner@wesleyancollege.edu). Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Director of Advising & Field Experiences/Student Teaching
Wesleyan College invites applications for the position of Director of Advising & Field Experiences/Student Teaching to begin August, 2008. This ten-month position is full-time during Fall and Spring Semesters (August – May).
Qualifications include: Master’s Degree; Education Specialist’s Degree (Ed.S.) preferred, successful teaching experience at one or more grade levels in P-8, knowledge of exemplary teaching experiences, ability to communicate effectively, successful experience in teaching and/or supervising pre-service and/or in-service elementary and/or middle grade teachers
Primary responsibilities include:
• Advising education candidates prior to their being accepted into the education program
• Assessing education program admission materials
• Coordinating field experiences and student teachers; serving as the liaison between Wesleyan and the school systems (Bibb and Houston Counties)
• Supervising and visiting students who are doing their Field Experiences
• Supervising and visiting student teachers
• Submitting data to the TK20 Unit Administrator
• Keeping track of candidates’ observation results
Review of applications will begin immediately. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, vita, three letters of recommendation, and official transcripts to: Mrs. Amber Poulson, Education department, Wesleyan College, 4760 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210.
Prospect Coordinator
Wesleyan’s Office of Admission is accepting applications for the full-time position of Prospect Coordinator. The position is responsible for data entry of all prospective student inquiry data, and also serves as the primary switchboard operator and as the administrative assistant to the Director of Enrollment Services. Primary responsibilities include: data entry of all prospective student information, service as the primary switchboard operator for the admission office and for the college, assistance with expense reports and department record keeping, maintenance of all web and email inquiries, daily processing of the inquiry mail flow, maintenance of the department inventory, recording minutes generated weekly at admission and financial aid staff meetings, record keeping of all college fair invitations for admission staff, assistance with large mailings, plus supervision of office student assistants.
The successful candidate will possess the following required qualifications: Excel experience, data entry skills, telephone/multi-line switchboard experience, interpersonal skills, high school diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred), organizational skills, and customer service experience. Preference given to candidates with prior experience working in a college setting.
Interested applicants should send a resume with references to Harriet Connolly, Wesleyan College Office of Admissions, 4760 Forsyth Rd., Macon, GA 31210. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Wesleyan College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications
from women and minorities.
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