Job Posting for Instructor - Coordinator of Tutorial Services - 2024-2025 AY at Mansfield University of Pennsylvania

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

A complete application includes cover letter, vitae, and transcripts.

Applications must be submitted online by May 25, 2024 for full consideration. Position will remain open until filled. Questions may be directed to Department Chair:Jolene Meisner jmeisner@commonwealthu.edu

Finalist(s) for this position must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process. Recommendation for hiring is needed from a majority of the regular, full-time department faculty. Completing this search is contingent upon student enrollment and available funding.

The initial one-year appointment may be extended for one (1) additional year for the following academic year, 2025-2026.

The extension will be based upon:

Acceptable performance evidenced by the performance evaluation process during the initial year of the appointment;
Student enrollment;
Availability of funding;
Recommended by the majority of regular full-time department faculty.

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Instructor - Coordinator of Tutorial Services - 2024-2025 AY

Posting Number

F157

College/Area

Student Success and Campus Life - Student Success

Department

Tutorial Services Lock Haven

Bargaining Unit

APSCUF

Position Type

Faculty

Type of Appointment

Full Time

Complement Type

Temporary

Home Campus

Lock Haven

FTE%

100%

Work Location

Home Campus

Salary

Commensurate with experience and qualifications

If Other, please list

Appointment Start Date

Fall 2024

Benefits

The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education provides a comprehensive package of employer benefits to eligible employees and their enrolled dependent(s), which include*:

Medical and prescription drug benefits.
Generous retirement plans, two options:
- Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP)
- State Employees’ Retirement System (SERS)
Tuition benefits for employees and dependents.
Paid time off.
Employer-paid dental and vision benefits.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Voluntary insurances and additional retirement programs.

*Specific benefits may vary based upon university, employee group and/or collective bargaining unit. Visit: http://www.passhe.edu/inside/HR/syshr/healthcare/Pages/Summary-of-Benefits.aspx for additional information regarding benefits.

To be eligible for most benefits, you must be a permanent, full-time employee (including temporary, full-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) or a permanent, part-time employee (including temporary, part-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) who is scheduled to work every pay period for at least 50% of full-time hours.

Position Description Summary

The Department of Student Success at Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania invites applications for Coordinator of Tutorial Services.

The home campus for this position is Lock Haven with the expectation of serving a multi-campus University within the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education.

About the Department:The Department of Student Success is an integrated department with faculty representing multiple areas that support students including Counseling Services, Learning Centers, TRIO SSS, TRIO Upward Bound Program, Exploratory/Undecided/Undeclared Advising, and First-Year Experience/Seminar. The Department reports through the Division of Student Success and Campus Life.

Duties

Department of Student Success, Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, full-time, temporary, 100% Coordinator of Tutorial Services, home campus Lock Haven.

A Master degree is required. Terminal degree is required for appointment as Assistant Professor, without the terminal degree candidate will be appointed as Instructor.
Broad understanding of the current research on factors affecting student retention and success, models for student success, how to assess models
Knowledge of higher education infrastructure, including academic affairs, enrollment management and student affairs, academic programs, advising, financial aid, bursar, admissions, policies, regulations, and procedures, student information databases
Understanding of current research on the roles of community, student satisfaction, and social belonging in student success
Experience in teaching, and advising first-year students, students in transition, academically at risk, and diverse identity groups
Exceptional written, oral communication, interpersonal, writing, and research skills
Excellent leadership skills to advance student success
Ability to work efficiently and effectively with others across academic and administrative units in support of student success
Understanding how to manipulate, interpret, and present data
Ability to handle administrative responsibilities and multiple priorities concurrently
Ability to approach students in a holistic way
Expertise in analyzing factors impeding student success, creating and implementing interventions that result in improvements essential to student success
Ability to handle conflict and negotiate difficult situations that might be serious in nature and need immediate, calm attention and resources
Demonstrated high integrity and the ability to maintain confidential issues and build effective, engaging relationships with students, faculty, and staff

Qualifying Experience and Education (Minimum/Preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

Doctorate from an accredited university
College experience dealing with emerging student success, support, and retention strategies and technology in higher education area (administration, teaching, academic advising, financial aid, bridge programs, special populations programs, etc.)
Background in education, success coaching, working with special populations, best practices in student life cycle management
Strong organizational, interpersonal communication, leadership, collaboration, and time management skills
Familiarity with technology, including Microsoft Office, and ability to learn LH administrative databases

Special Instructions to Applicants

A complete application includes cover letter, vitae, and transcripts.

The extension will be based upon:

Acceptable performance evidenced by the performance evaluation process during the initial year of the appointment;
Student enrollment;
Availability of funding;
Recommended by the majority of regular full-time department faculty.

Supplemental Information

Finalist(s) for this position must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process. Recommendation for hiring is needed for a majority of the regular, full-time department faculty. Completing this search is contingent upon student enrollment and available funding.

Background Clearances

Offers of employment are conditional, pending successful completion of the background clearances mandated by Act 153 of 2014 and Board of Governors Policy 2014-01-A: Protection of Minors. In order to qualify for a provisional appointment, the Applicant Acknowledgement Consent Form, Provisional Hire Form, Pennsylvania State Police and Justifacts portion of the clearance process must be successfully completed prior to your start date. The remaining PA Child Abuse History Clearance and FBI Clearance must be successfully completed and returned as soon as possible within the first 90 days of employment.

Diversity Statement

At Commonwealth University we recognize our responsibility to continuously support a living, learning, and working environment that values the diverse contributions from all members of our campus community. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion enriches our campus community and is instrumental to our institutional success. Commonwealth University strives to cultivate a campus climate that allows all members to embrace diversity, equity and inclusion as we achieve success both in and out of the classroom, in our work responsibilities, and in our professional lives beyond Commonwealth University. We uphold our commitment to DEI by:

Actively supporting and promoting the intellectual and personal growth of our students, inside and outside of the classroom.
Providing workshops, trainings, programs designed to broaden the knowledge and understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion within our campus community.
Ensuring that all learning and living environments throughout our campus are welcoming and capable of serving all individuals.

Title IX/Clery

The University prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or family status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability in any decision regarding admissions, employment, or participation in a University program or activity in accordance with the letter and spirit of federal, state, and local non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws, such as Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendments Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act.

The University also complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act, as amended by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Title IX prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discrimination. VAWA imposes additional duties on universities and colleges to investigate and respond to reports of sexual assault, stalking, and dating or domestic violence, and to publish policies and procedures related to the way these reports are handled. The University has designated the Title IX Coordinator (Jennifer Raup, Elwell Hall, ORL, 570-389-4808, jraup@commonwealthu.edu or titleixcoord@commonwealthu.edu), to coordinate the University’s compliance with Title IX and VAWA and to respond to reports of violations. The University has directed the Police Department to coordinate the University’s compliance with the VAWA-related Clery reporting requirements. Additionally, inquiries concerning Title IX and its implementing regulation can be made to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, Region III, The Wanamaker Building, 100 Penn Square East – Suite 505, Philadelphia, PA 19107; Phone: (215) 656-6010; Fax: (215) 656-6020.

About Commonwealth University of PA

The Power of Three Bloomsburg, Lock Haven and Mansfield universities have joined forces to boldly transform higher education in our region and beyond. While we are uniting as Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, you can expect a college experience that is anything but common.

We’re Honoring our History by preserving the founding principles of each campus and continuing our vibrant on-campus student experience, serving as pillars of our communities, supporting students and our neighbors alike.

We’re Investing in Today by answering the greatest challenges facing higher education: accessibility, cost, quality, and relevance through the combined strength of our storied institutions.

We’re Building a Powerful Tomorrow by boldly changing the trajectory of public education to position ourselves for growth, increased access, and to meet economic and workforce development needs in our region, across Pennsylvania and beyond.

Anticipated Start Date

Fall 2024

Anticipated End Date

Spring 2025

Posting Detail Information

Open Date mm-dd-yyyy

04/25/2024

Close Date mm-dd-yyyy

Open Until Filled

Yes

Quick Link

https://commonwealthu.peopleadmin.com/postings/1953

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