Emory & Henry College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or physical handicap in administration of its educational policies, hiring policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs. Emory & Henry College affirms the dignity and worth of every individual.
Founded in 1836, Emory & Henry College is a private, co-educational institution affiliated with the United Methodist Church. A longstanding member of Lauren Pope’s "Colleges that Change Lives", Emory & Henry was ranked among the top 30 liberal arts colleges and universities in the nation by Washington Monthly in 2010 and was one of six colleges and universities nationwide to receive the 2009 President's Award, the highest national recognition for commitment to service learning and civic engagement. Emory & Henry continues to fulfill its mission to help all of its students “Increase in Excellence.”
Recently named a top 100 school by Forbes and a longstanding member of Lauren Pope's Colleges That Change Lives, Emory & Henry College seeks applications from individuals committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service in a small liberal-arts college.
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Director of Annual Giving (posted 02-02-13)
Emory & Henry College, a transformative academic institution of national renown since 1836, seeks an experienced resource development professional to oversee and direct the College’s annual giving program, a component of the College’s Office of Institutional Advancement.
Responsible for achieving assigned annual fundraising goals, the Director engages alumni, parents, faculty, staff, students, friends and businesses by means of personal visits, phone/mail, new media and volunteer contact in order to acquire new donors and retain and upgrade existing donors. Areas of direct fundraising responsibility include the Emory & Henry Fund (unrestricted annual giving), Parents Fund, I-HEY (annual giving to athletics), Senior Class Gift, Reunion Giving, and the Patrick Henry Society (leadership annual giving). As a member of the College’s Institutional Advancement Management Team, the Director of Annual Giving will interface with other Advancement staff and with personnel and departments throughout the College.
Serious candidates will have a Bachelor’s Degree, at least one year of experience in annual giving and excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills. Attention to detail, ability to multi-task and team-player orientation are essential.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume with salary-range requirement (essential) to:
Annual Giving Search
aedmondson@ehc.edu
Consideration of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate is chosen.
Director of Institutional Research and Institutional Effectiveness (posted 02-19-13)
Emory & Henry College invites applications and nominations for the Director of Institutional Research and Institutional Effectiveness position. The Director reports to the President of the College and provides leadership for the coordination and support of the planning, evaluation, and assessment activities of the college, both academic and administrative. Responsibilities of the Director include analyzing institutional data to support accreditation, assessment, program review, and institutional decision-making processes; coordinating internal and external data reporting; working with faculty and the Vice President for Academic Affairs to develop strategies for the assessment of student learning; and support for internal and national survey processes and analysis.
Emory & Henry College is a private, residential, liberal arts college enrolling approximately 1000 undergraduate students and 50 graduate students. The College was founded in 1836, is affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and has a long tradition of support in the local and regional community. The College is located in the village of Emory in the Virginia Highlands, one-half mile off Interstate 81 (exit 26). The College has been recognized for having strong academic programs, with 9 of its professors being named as Virginia Professors of the year. Emory & Henry has been recognized for its focus on service by the national Presidential Award for Community Service and has been identified as one of 40 colleges nationally that change lives. The College participates in NCAA Division III and is a member of the respected Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC).
The College seeks a leader who will work cooperatively with students, faculty, and staff across the College to support teamwork, set high standards, and support the academic and personal development of its students. The Director will work with the President and other senior administrators to support the overall goals and objectives of the College. Qualifications include:
Complete applications should be received no later than April 15, 2013, for full consideration. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applications should include a current resume, letter of application addressing the above responsibilities and qualifications, names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three current references. Send applications to: Director of Institutional Research and Institutional Effectiveness Search Committee; c/o Faye Stevens, President’s Office; PO Box 947; Emory & Henry College; Emory, VA 24327. Emory & Henry College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, supports excellence through diversity, and encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups.
Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach (posted 02-19-13)
Emory & Henry College is a private, liberal arts institution with approximately 950 students and is located in southwestern Virginia. As a member of NCAA Division III and the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC), the College sponsors 13 sports for men and women. The Department of Athletics is committed to the institutional motto “Increase in Excellence”.
Duties:The part-time Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach will work in coordination with the Head Coach in the coordination of day-to-day aspects of the women’s soccer program. The duties will include but are not limited to recruiting, practice planning, skill development, and game preparation and management. This individual will be responsible for compliance with all of the college policies regarding academic standing and rules of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference as well as NCAA Division III.
Qualifications:Prior coaching or playing experience at the collegiate level preferred. Preference may be given to candidates with experience in coaching goal-keepers.
Submit cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 professional references via email to: Linda Schirmeister-Gess, Head Women’s Soccer Coach, lgess@ehc.edu.
Director of Foundation and Corporate Relations (posted 02-25-13)
Emory & Henry College, a nationally-ranked co-educational liberal arts college that emphasizes excellence in learning through community service, seeks an experienced grants writer, coordinator and advocate for the full time position of Director of Foundation and Corporate Relations. As a highly-visible and valued member of the College’s Institutional Advancement team, the Director of Foundation and Corporate Relations is vitally important to the near and long-term aspirations of Emory & Henry being responsible for developing grants and gifts from organizational funders-national and regional foundations, larger corporations, NGO’s and governmental agencies-in support of the College’s priority programs and projects. The Director identifies potential funding sources and provides guidance in the planning and coordination of approaches to prospective funders. Primary responsibilities include proposal development and writing and grant reporting and stewardship for projects of an institutional priority and the potential to be funded by foundations, corporations or government agencies.
Serious candidates will be goal-oriented, energetic and motivated self-starting professionals with a proven track record of at least two years in having developed substantial grants funding, preferably in support of higher education. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound judgement and sterling character and will possess strong interpersonal communication, and organization skills. A Bachelors Degree is required at a minimum.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume with salary-range requirement (essential) to:
Director of Foundation and Corporate Relations Search
aedmonds@ehc.edu
Consideration of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate is chosen.
Assistant Professor of Mass Communications (posted 03-27-13)
Seeking tenure-track assistant professor to teach mass communications at Emory & Henry College beginning in Fall 2013. Ph.D. required. The department produces nationally competitive graduates from a broad-based curriculum where all students learn basic skills and theory in writing, audio, video, and graphic design in addition to taking foundational and theoretical courses. Students work with the department’s television operation, at the college’s 9,000-watt FM station, and write for newspaper and online outlets. The ideal candidate will have teaching and professional journalism experience but enjoy a generalist’s approach to mass communications. Must be able to teach the introductory mass media and society course, media writing/editing courses, and advise student media in Web journalism. Web design and social media experience are highly desirable. The successful candidate will be expected to teach classes in the college’s interdisciplinary core curriculum.
Founded in 1836, Emory & Henry College is a small, prestigious, nationally-ranked liberal arts college in Emory, Virginia. With a collegial, interdisciplinary faculty, strong community ties, and a nationally recognized commitment to civic engagement, Emory & Henry has long been known as one of 44 schools in Loren Pope’s Colleges That Change Lives and has a two-time Forbes ranking among the top 25 faculties in the nation.
Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and three letters of academic/professional recommendation to Dr. David P. Haney, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty, Emory & Henry College, P.O. Box 947, Emory, Virginia 24327-0947. Application materials may be e-mailed to facultysearches@ehc.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Emory & Henry is an equal-opportunity employer. Candidates from under-represented ethnic and racial groups are encouraged to apply. Website: www.ehc.edu.
Substitute Teacher: Busy Little Bee's Learning Center (posted on 04-08-2013)
Busy Little Bee’s Learning Center at Emory & Henry College currently has a Substitute Teacher position available. Candidates must be at least 21 years of age and must possess one of the following qualifications: (1) Bachelors degree in child related field; (2) Three months of program experience combined with one year early childhood certificate from college or a diploma from a Montessori organization; or (3) Six months of supervised program experience with a minimum of 20 hours of training related to the care of children.
Candidates must be dependable, trustworthy, willing to work as a team member, and must pass a criminal background check. 20 training hours must be completed within six months of employment.
Qualified applicants should send a letter of application, a current resume, and contact information for three references to: Emory & Henry College, Attn: Angela Brink, P.O. Box 947, Emory, VA 24327. Application materials may be e-mailed to abrink@ehc.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Emory & Henry is an equal-opportunity employer. Candidates from under-represented ethnic and racial groups are encouraged to apply.
Head Men’s Soccer Coach (posted 04-25-13)
Emory & Henry College is a private, liberal arts institution with approximately 1000 students and is located in southwestern Virginia. As a member of NCAA Division III and the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC), the College sponsors 13 sports for men and women. The Department of Athletics is committed to the institutional motto of ‘Increase in Excellence’.
The Head Men’s Soccer Coach will direct all aspects of the varsity program which includes recruiting, practice organization, individual skill instruction, scheduling, travel planning, budget oversight, performing fundraising activities, directing camps/clinics, attending University events, compliance with all Departmental, College, ODAC and NCAA policies, and providing supervision and mentoring to student-athletes. Teaching or other administrative duties may be assigned. Position is a full-time, 10-month appointment.
Qualifications:
Prior successful coaching experience required, preferably at the NCAA Division III level. Competitive playing experience and teaching experience is preferred. Master’s degree preferred, Bachelor’s degree required. Candidates should have an acceptable driving record and NCAA compliance history, and will be required to undergo a background check.
Submit:
- a letter of application,
- a brief statement of coaching philosophy,
- resumé
- name and contact information for a minimum of three professional references to:
Myra Sims, Director of Athletics (msims@ehc.edu), Emory & Henry College, PO Box 947, Emory, VA 24327.
Director of Human Resources (posted 05-04-13)
Emory & Henry College, a nationally-ranked, co-educational liberal arts college that emphasizes excellence in learning through community service, invites applications for the position of Director of Human Resources. This position is responsible for planning and administering policies relating to all phases of human resources activity at the College. Responsibilities include directing all aspects of personnel administration; identifying legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions; ensuring policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance; coordinating management training on various employment topics, including interviewing, hiring, terminations, promotions, performance review, safety, and sexual harassment; and coordinating staff training on various topics including employee assistance programs, work habits, customer service, safety, and sexual harassment. This position will be responsible for advising management in appropriate resolution of employee relations issues, representing the College at personnel-related hearings and investigations, administering employee benefit programs and staff performance review program to ensure effectiveness, compliance, and equity within the organization.
Qualifications:
- A Bachelor's degree in a business or human resources field is required, as is 3-5 years of experience in human resources, preferably at a post-secondary institution or other not-for-profit entity. Professional certification (PHR, SPRH, or CHRR) is preferred.
- Experience with interpersonal relations in a work environment.
- High level of personal integrity, diplomacy, discretion, tact, and confidentiality.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills and a professional demeanor in communicating with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple administrative systems and processes.
- Ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities.
- Experience with modern office practices and procedures and fluency with computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Applications should include a current resume; a letter of application addressing the above responsibilities and qualifications; and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three current references. Send applications to: Emory & Henry College; Office of Business and Finance; P. O. Box 947; Emory, VA 24327 or email to dwilmoth@ehc.edu. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with priority given to those received by May 17, 2013. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. More information about Emory & Henry College is available at www.ehc.edu.
Visiting Assistant Professor of Physics (posted 05-20-13)
Founded in 1836, Emory & Henry College is a small, prestigious, nationally-ranked liberal arts college in Emory, Virginia. With a collegial, interdisciplinary faculty, strong community ties, and a nationally recognized commitment to civic engagement, Emory & Henry has long been known as one of 44 schools in Loren Pope’s Colleges That Change Lives and has a two-time Forbes ranking among the top 25 faculties in the nation.
Emory & Henry College invites applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor of Physics to begin August 1, 2013. This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of renewal. The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong interest in teaching in a liberal arts environment. Experience in constructivist methodology, an interest in mentoring student researchers, and an expertise in applied physics will be valuable. Qualified applicants will possess the earned doctorate, although ABDs will be considered.
Interested applicants may send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and three letters of academic/professional recommendation to Dr. David P. Haney, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty, Emory & Henry College, P.O. Box 947, Emory, Virginia 24327-0947. Application materials may be e-mailed to facultysearches@ehc.edu. Review of applications will begin June 15, 2013. Emory & Henry is an equal-opportunity employer. Candidates from under-represented ethnic and racial groups are encouraged to apply. Website: www.ehc.edu.
Mathmatics Adjunct Professor(s) (posted 05-20-13)
The Department of Mathematics at Emory and Henry College has one or more openings for an adjunct faculty position beginning in August 2013. A Masters degree in mathematics is preferred as is experience teaching college algebra and statistics. A complete application will consist of a letter of intent, current CV, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, teaching philosophy, and 3 recent letters of recommendation. Please send these to: Dr. Dave P. Haney, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty, P.O. Box 947, Emory, VA 24327. Application materials may be e-mailed to facultysearches@ehc.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Emory & Henry College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates from under-represented ethnic and racial groups are encouraged to apply.
Emory & Henry College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, supports excellence through diversity, and encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups.
Located in the highlands of Southwest Virginia, the campus of Emory & Henry College encompasses 168 scenic acres and is surrounded by additional undeveloped land and the village of Emory. The entire central campus, noted for its beauty and architectural distinction, is listed on the National register of Historic Places and the Virginia register of Historic landmarks.
