Position: Assistant Vice President For Business Operations (Search Reopened)
Division: Financial Affairs
Opening Date: March 1, 2010
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Responsibilities: The Assistant Vice President for Business Operations has broad oversight of and provides service - oriented leadership for specific auxiliary operations including the following units; Facilities, Grounds and Technical Services, Risk Management, Bookstore Operations, Motor Pool, University Post Office, Custodial, Food Services and other areas as may be assigned. Working collaboratively with the Vice President, develops and implements a strategic plan for a comprehensive system of effective and efficient business operations that exceed the expectations of stakeholders. Manages construction, renovation and capital improvement projects; serves as liaison between the University and architects, engineers and contractors. S/he reports to the Vice President of Business and Finance, and serves as a member of the Vice President's staff. S/he acts for the Vice President in his/her absence and performs other duties as required to meet organizational needs.
Qualifications: A bachelor's degree with an emphasis in any one of the disciplines of engineering is required. A master's degree in a related field is desirable. Proven indication of management experience in a progressive business setting will be an added benefit. The position requires demonstrated expertise in building and budget management. The position also requires the successful candidate to possess the ability to engage in facilities planning for reengineering the campus experience of a University that was founded in 1867. Requires an understanding of and commitment to the goals and values of an academic community; the ability to work independently, be self motivated, highly productive and goal oriented; as well as the ability to be a proactive problem solver through collaboration and execution of effective strategies for continuous process improvement. The equivalent combination of education and related work experience may be considered.
Send resume, letter of application, official transcript and contact information for three professional references to:
Charlotte, NC 28216
Fax to (704) 330-1494 or email to FASearch@jcsu.edu
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Position: VISITING Faculty in African American History
Salary and Rank: COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE
Division: COLLEGE OF ARTS AND LETTERS
Department: SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
Opening Date: MARCH 9, 2010
Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
This appointment begins in August 2010.
Responsibilities: The Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Johnson C. Smith University seeks applications for a visiting faculty member in African-American History to Hbegin in August 2010 and continue until the position is filled. The successful applicant will be required to teach four courses per semester in African-American history from the colonial period to the present as well as World Civilization I and II. Applicants with training in public history are strongly encouraged to apply. The successful applicant will be involved in academic advising, curriculum development, committee service, research and grantsmanship, and other duties required to meet organizational needs. Demonstrated experience with online or hybrid course instruction is expected.
Qualifications: A master's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in African American History, credentials to teach World Civilization and a demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching are required. An earned doctorate is preferred. Candidates are expected to be familiar with best practices and proficient in the use of instructional technology and pedagogies that engage students. Must be willing to contribute effectively to an emerging, flexible, undergraduate curriculum that includes a signature program and internship in public history.
Application: Send curriculum vitae or resume, cover letter, a one-page statement of the candidate's teaching philosophy, a one-page statement on research interests, sample syllabi, unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended (official transcripts will be required of all finalists) and three letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with the candidate's teaching and research abilities to:
Dr. Brian Madison Jones
History Degree Program Coordinator
Department of Social & Behavioral Sciences
Johnson C. Smith University
100 Beatties Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28216
Position: Program Counselor
Department: Upward Bound
Division: Enrollment Services And Student Success
Opening Date: January 21, 2010
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Note: This is a grant-funded position.
Responsibilities: Provides personal, career and academic counseling to high school aged students. Assists program participants in the process of college selection and application; assists with scholarship and financial aid applications. Evaluates, reports and documents the academic progress of participants. Conducts regular school and home visits to assess educational development. Organizes career awareness programs; chaperones trips and tours. Advises
Qualifications: Requires a master's degree in education, demonstrated commitment to working with low-income populations and a minimum of one year of counseling experience. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the general public. Excellent oral and written communication skills are also required. The equivalent combination of education and related work experience may be considered.
Send resume, letter of application and unofficial transcripts to:
Email to hrrep@jcsu.edu or fax to (704) 330-1494
]]>Position: PROGRAM MANAGER, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Division: CENTER FOR APPLIED LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Opening Date: FEBRUARY 8, 2010
Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Note: This is a twenty-seven month grant-funded appointment.
Responsibilities: Reporting to the Director of the Center for Applied Leadership and Community Development, plans, organizes and coordinates all aspects of a program funded by the US Department of Housing & Urban Development's Office of University Partnerships. Performs related administrative and supervisory work, interacts with residents and community organizations. Works with external partners and other applicable campus departments as it relates to the approved program component activities including housing rehabilitation, the Women's Entrepreneur Program, the Homebuyer's Club and neighborhood security efforts. Develops and maintains all programmatic marketing materials and undertakes activities to market the program components to the community. Maintains financial records and assists with identifying, developing and writing grant proposals that leverage the HBCU grant and performs other duties as required to meet organizational needs.
Qualifications: Requires a bachelor's degree in social science, business, or other relevant field supplemented by at least two (2) years experience in state or federal grant coordination. The successful candidate must have the ability to meet deadlines and work both independently and as part of a team.
Excellent communication (oral and written), analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills are also required, as well as the ability to work with a diverse group of students, community partners and populations. Previous work with non-profit organizations or community-based groups is helpful. The equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.
Send resume, letter of application, and contact information for three professional references to:
CAL Search Committee
Office of Human Resources
Charlotte, NC 28216
Email to hrrep@jcsu.edu or fax to (704) 330-1494
Department: RESIDENCE LIFE
Division: ENROLLMENT SERVICES & STUDENT SUCCESS
Opening Date: JANUARY 25, 2010
Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Note: This is a 12- month, live in position. Evening and weekend work is required
Responsibilities: Lives on campus in the residence hall and provides day, evening and weekend duty coverage. Supervises the work of Resident Assistants and work study students in undergraduate residence hall(s). Coordinates opening and closing activities for the residence hall; participates in the planning, development and implementation of educational and special programs; schedules, attends, facilitates and participates in staff and hall council meetings. Serves as a role model for students. Monitors/reports the activities and behavior of students. Maintains an environment conducive to effective academic study and positive social interaction. Mediates student disputes and provides counseling and disciplinary action as required; attends judiciary hearings. Monitors budget and tracks residence hall expenditures. Responds to residence hall emergencies. Reports damage to residence hall structures, equipment and furnishings and requests appropriate maintenance work; performs other duties as required to meet organizational needs.
Qualifications: A bachelor's degree is required. A master's degree in Student Personnel is helpful. CPR and first aid certification preferred. Candidates must be flexible, have a strong customer orientation, and be able to work well in a collaborative team environment. The equivalent combination of education and related work experience may be considered.
Send resume, letter of application, and contact information for three professional references to:
Residence Life Search Committee
Human Resources Department
Email to emseach@jcsu.edu or fax to (704) 330-1494
Position: Counselor
Department: Office of Counseling and Testing
Division: Enrollment Services And Student Success
Opening Date: January 21, 2010
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Responsibilities: Provides individual and group therapy for college students with regard to emotional, social, and academic issues. Develops individualized treatment plans and maintains detailed documentation regarding therapy sessions. Co-advises and supervises the Peer Education Program. Designs and conducts workshops and seminars for specific student populations. Develops and maintains a working knowledge of community resources for community outreach and networking. Rotates an on-call schedule with the Director for emergency coverage and performs related duties as required to meet organizational needs.
Qualifications: Requires a master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or a related field and two years counseling experience preferably in a college or university setting. Familiarity with clinical documentation protocol as well as excellent oral and written communication skills are also required. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to maintain a confidential, professional, and courteous demeanor while working with faculty, staff, and students. Alcohol and substance abuse counseling experience is a plus. The equivalent combination of education and related work experience may be considered.
Send resume, letter of application, contact information for three professional references and unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be required of finalists) to:
Charlotte, NC 28216; or
Email hrrep@jcsu.edu or fax to (704) 330-1494
Department: PUBLIC SAFETY
Division: FINANCIAL AFFAIRS
Opening Date: NOVEMBER 16, 2009
Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Responsibilities: Responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for the university community. The Public Safety Department provides a 24-hour communication center staffed by Dispatcher/Security Officers (DSO's) The Dispatcher/Security Officer performs initial caller interrogation to determine the appropriate level of service needed in both a non-emergency and emergency situation and allocates appropriate personnel and resources to incidents and/or request for service; initiates fire, medical emergency, and non-emergency responses and response is provided by allied agencies. The dispatcher report to the Operations Lieutenant and will be under the lead direction of the Police Sergeant in the absence of the Lieutenant. May be assigned to other duties, including, but not limited to, the traffic entry control booth, residential hall CCTV and entry control booth, university property patrol, and responding to calls for service and performs other duties as required to meet organizational needs.
Qualifications: A high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of verifiable experience using a switchboard or two-way radio communication system in a law enforcement or comparable agency within the last ten years. A valid North Carolina Driver's License is also required. Current work experience in a public safety agency and/or higher education institution and DCI certificate preferred are preferred. Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment written test related to essential dispatching skills, drug screen and a background investigation. Must successfully complete the Dispatcher Course and test battery administered by the Police Officers Standards and Training Department within one year of employment. Candidates who have successfully completed the Public Safety Dispatcher's Basic Course or passed the Basic Dispatcher Training Equivalency Examination employment may be exempt from the course work requirements.
Physical Qualifications: Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines and equipment including, automobile, radio, telephone, etc. Must be able to exert up to ten pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Must be able to remain on feet for long periods of time, and able to defend one's self from attack or physical assault.
To apply, submit JCSU employment application or cover letter and resume to:
Charlotte, NC 28216;
Fax to (704) 330-1494 or email to hrrep@jcsu.edu
Position: CONTRACT PROGRAMMER
Department: COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Division: COLLEGE OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS
Opening Date: OCTOBER 13, 2009
Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Note: This is a part-time, temporary, grant-funded position.
Responsibilities: In collaboration with and support of a team of scientists working in the area of operations research on a project dedicated to the design and operations of relief distribution networks; implements and tunes new algorithms and optimization tools developed by the team for the design and daily operations of Relief Distribution Networks; generates data (scenarios) needed to test developed algorithms/solutions; evaluates/tests emergency scenarios using discrete event simulation modeling applications; prepare reports to analyze experimental results.
Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Operations Research, Management Science, or related field is required; a master's degree is preferred. Candidates must be comfortable writing programs to test research ideas; willing to learn how to use new software as needed.; possess an understanding of basic data structures (e.g., trees and graphs) and basic algorithm design methods (e.g., greedy algorithms, divide & conquer, etc...); proven understanding of object-oriented analysis, design and programming; as well as proven proficiency in programming languages such as Visual Basic and C++. Experience in discrete event simulation modeling applications. Experience using IBM/ILOG CPLEX. Hands-on experience in developing decision support tools or applying operations research techniques is considered a plus. Education and experience in the application of traditional linear programming optimization techniques and meta-heuristics are desired. Strong interpersonal skills including but not limited to the ability to work independently and in a group, and demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with others are also essential.
Send resume, letter of application, and contact information for three professional references to:
Charlotte, NC 28216
Email to sichoua@jcsu.edu or soumia.ichoua@fsa.ulaval.ca
Position: DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL AID
Division: ENROLLMENT SERVICES AND STUDENT SUCCESS
Department: FINANCIAL AID
Opening Date: AUGUST 25, 2009
Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Responsibilities: Plans and establishes goals for the direction of the department; supervises, develops and evaluates staff. Develops and monitors departmental and financial aid budgets; analyzes and awards financial aid in compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations and policies. Maintains a comprehensive system of student financial aid records including a master roster of all student aid recipients, showing the amount and types of aid for each student which reflects the status of student aid awards and funds; coordinates the administration of student financial aid with Grant-in-Aid programs for Athletics, Band, Choir, Honors College and other departments; authorizes the distribution and crediting of aid to student accounts, completes and/ or supervise the submission of institutional, federal and state reports, reports on the status of general program operations; reviews, evaluates formulates recommendations regarding policies, procedures and programs for the area and performs other duties as required to meet organizational needs.
Qualifications: A master's degree and five years experience in financial aid with a minimum of three years as Assistant or Associate Director are required. Experience providing supervision and guidance for the management, security and preservation of academic records; gathering, analyzing and reporting data for data-driven decision making and proficiency with academic resources planning and integrated student information systems such a Jenzabar, Banner, Campus View or Oracle are also required. The ability to communicate bilingually (English/Spanish) and experience analyzing and managing international student records are highly desirable. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills, sound professional judgment, and the ability to work effectively with a diverse group of individuals including students, faculty, staff and the general public. Must be willing and able to work evenings and some weekends. The equivalent combination of education and related work experience may be considered.
Send resume, letter of application, unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended (official transcripts will be required of all finalists) and contact information for three professional references to:
ESSS Search Committee
Department of Human Resources
Johnson C. Smith University
100 Beatties Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28216
Fax to (704) 330-1494 or email to: emsearch@jcsu.edu
Position: TENURE-TRACK PHYSICS FACULTY
Salary and Rank: COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE
Division: COLLEGE OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS
Department: NATURAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS
Opening Date: JUNE 26, 2009
Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
This tenure track appointment begins in January 2010.
Responsibilities: The faculty member will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses including general physics, mechanics and electrodynamics as well as science courses for non majors. All faculty members are also expected to supervise undergraduate research, mentor students, develop a research program and obtain external funding through grant writing. Other responsibilities include advising majors and senior projects, serving on University and departmental committees and performing community service and other duties as required in support of organizational goals.
Qualifications: An earned doctorate in Physics, the ability to teach with technology, familiarity with instructional methods that promote student engagement, as well as evidence of scholarly research and outstanding teaching ability are required.
Send resume, cover letter, unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended (official transcripts will be required of all finalists); a one-page statement of the candidate's teaching philosophy; a one page statement on research interests, and three letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with the candidates teaching ability to:
Dr. Tim Champion, Chair
Natural Sciences and Mathematics Department
(704) 378-1155;
Email to physicssearch@jcsu.edu or fax to (704) 378-1213
Position: TENURE-TRACK SPANISH FACULTY
Salary and Rank: COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE
Division: COLLEGE OF ARTS AND LETTERS
Department: LANGUAGES AND LITERATURE
Opening Date: JUNE 26, 2009
Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
This tenure-track appointment begins in August 2009.
Responsibilities: The faculty member will be responsible for teaching elementary to advanced Spanish courses in language, literature and culture; provide leadership and invigorate a flexible, current and relevant undergraduate Spanish curriculum. Additional responsibilities include advising, curriculum development, serving on University and departmental committees, performing community service, writing grants, conducting research and performing other duties as required in support of organizational goals.
Qualifications: An earned doctorate with at least 18 graduate hours in Spanish and a demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching. Candidates must be proficient in the best practices of language instructional technology as well as pedagogies that engage students, and be willing to contribute effectively to an emerging, flexible, undergraduate curriculum.
Application: Send curriculum vitae or resume, cover letter, a one-page statement of the candidate's teaching philosophy, a one-page statement on research interests, unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended (official transcripts will be required of all finalists) and three letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with the candidates teaching and research abilities to:
Dr. Donald N. Mager
Dean of the College of Arts and Letters
Johnson C. Smith University
704-378-1238 (office)
704-378-3556 (fax)
Department: CAMPUS POLICE
Division: FINANCIAL AFFAIRS
Opening Date: SEPTEMBER 18, 2009
Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Responsibilities: Performs general security and law enforcement duties including patrolling campus, checking property, conducting room searches, maintaining order and public safety. Issues traffic and parking citations; apprehends, questions and arrests suspects; collects and preserves evidence; conducts investigations; responds to and assists in all medical emergencies; assists in conducting fire drills and evacuating buildings; provides security escorts for personnel; and chauffeurs division heads and visitors as requested. Attends required periodic training sessions and seminars; maintains required level of proficiency in the use of firearms. Performs other duties as required to meet organizational needs.
Qualifications: A high school diploma and B.L.E.T. certification or the equivalent are required for sworn positions. Candidates must possess a valid state driver's license as well as a driving record that meets the requirements of the University's Risk Management Policy. The equivalent combination of education and related work experience may be considered.
Physical Qualifications: Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines and equipment including firearms, automobile, radio, telephone, etc. Must be able to exert up to ten pounds of force occasionally (and a minimal amount of force frequently) or constantly lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Must be able to remain on feet for long periods of time. Must be physically fit and able to defend one's self from attack or physical assault.
Submit JCSU employment application or cover letter and resume to:
Human Resources Department
Email to hrrep@jcsu.edu or fax to (704) 330-1494