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The University of Saint Francis is accepting applications for the following open positions. Resumes with three professional references should be emailed to searchcommittee@sf.edu with the position title in the subject line, sent by mail to:

Search Committee
(Position Title)
University of Saint Francis
2701 Spring Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46808

The University of Saint Francis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Assistant Registrar

University of Saint Francis seeks applications for an Assistant Registrar. Under the direction of the Registrar, responsible for carrying out office duties as assigned, performing data input, and servicing the needs of faculty, staff, and students. Quality service is essential in this public relations position to establish positive first impressions and expectations of continued quality service. It is therefore imperative that the Assistant Registrar impart the University’s Quality Service Standards, listed as follows:

Promptness, timeliness of information and actions, availability, and ability to respond
Accuracy: Correct information and actions
Personalization: Personal contact, personal relationships, and use of names
Professionalism: Attitude, discretion, appearance, language, honesty, follow-through and accountability
Courtesy: Politeness, listening, and kindness
Knowledge: Answers, ideas, and problem solvinging

This is a full-time 12-month position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Minimum Associate degree earned.
Bachelor degree or in progress.

Experience

Two years experience in higher education.
Two years experience in customer service.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Demonstrates computer competency with Microsoft Office and Jenzabar software.
Demonstrates well developed interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, in order to effectively fulfill the expectations of this position.
Demonstrate ability to work as a team player.
Works well under supervision.
Demonstrates willingness to affirm the vision and mission of the university.
Must be detailed oriented.
Must be, and remain, insurable for driving by the university’s automobile insurance company without additional premiums.

To apply, submit letter of interest, resume and the contact information for three professional references by email to searchcommittee@sf.edu or by mail to the address above.

Visiting Professor of English

The University of Saint Francis seeks a specialist in rhetoric and composition and invites applications for a Visiting Professor of English, beginning August 15, 2013. Applicants should possess an ability to teach writing at a variety of levels including developmental writing, first-year composition, and advanced composition in both on ground and online environments. The course load for this position is 4/4. This is a 9-month position with potential of renewal for an additional two academic years.

Requirements: Ph.D. (ABD will be considered); evidence of successful teaching; a commitment to the university’s Catholic and Franciscan Mission and Values; and a demonstrated enthusiasm for undergraduate teaching, research, and service in a university that offers degree programs in the liberal arts, professional, and pre-professional programs.

Interested applicants should submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names of three references by email to searchcommittee@sf.edu or by mail to the address ablve. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Review of applications will begin May 24.

Adjunct Sociology Faculty

The University of Saint Francis has an opening for adjunct faculty in the History and Social Sciences department within the Sociology program. The department has excellent resources, an extremely strong core faculty, and an applicant pool that allows us to attract outstanding students. Adjunct faculty play an essential role in the department and the Sociology program.

The candidate will teach Introduction to Sociology and should have availability to teach evenings or afternoons. Teaching experience at the post-secondary level is required to be considered for this position. Candidates should have a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Sociology from a regionally accredited institution. A Ph.D. in Sociology is preferred.

To apply send letter of application, resume, and contract information for three references by email to searchcommittee@sf.edu or by mail to the address above.

SOCIAL WORK FIELD DIRECTOR

The University of Saint Francis, Department of Social Work invites applications for a full-time, nine-month tenure track position in a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited undergraduate social work program. The University of Saint Francis is located in Fort Wayne, IN. Our social work students represent both urban and rural areas.

Qualified Applicants will:

Have a Master’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited school; however, a Ph.D. in Social Work or related field is preferred.
Have successful teaching experience in higher education and a minimum of two years social work practice post-master’s degree
Demonstrate competencies and comfort with online and blended instructional modalities as well as on-ground classroom delivery. Applicants with limited online instruction experience will be willing to participate in university-led training sessions.
Demonstrate competencies in the following areas:
- a) Developing, managing, and evaluating a social work field program
- b) Teaching generalist social work curriculum, specifically Social Policy, Macro Practice, and Research Methods courses
- c) Teaching across the generalist social work curriculum
- d) Assessing student learning in a competency-based curriculum
- e) Delivering courses through online, blended (hybrid), and on-ground methods
- f) Providing developmental academic advising with students
- g) Participating in recruiting and retention efforts of undergraduate students

Priority will be given to complete applications. A complete application should include: (1) a letter of intent; (2) an updated vita; (3) transcripts from the highest degree earned; (4) contact information for three professional references; and (4), if available, student course evaluations and a sample course syllabi.

Send application materials by email to searchcommittee@sf.edu or by mail to the address above.

Adjunct Faculty – Art Therapy

Position Announcement: Adjunct Position in Art Therapy in the University of Saint Francis School of Creative Arts - Department of Art and Communication.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Pre-Art Therapy or related field is required. A Master’s Degree in Art Therapy or related field is preferred. Experience in relevant field or relevant expertise is also preferred. Applicant must be student-centered and committed to a personalized education.

Skills: Demonstrate an understanding of educational principles and technologies used in higher education classrooms, studios and labs. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the Art Therapy profession including theory and practice, current procedures, and technologies used, as well as applicable regulations. Demonstrate a high level of interpersonal and communication skills necessary to interact effectively with students, faculty, professional staff, administration, and the community.

Essential Duties: Under the direction of the Dean of the School of Creative Arts (SOCA) and Chair of the Department of Art and Communication, faculty receive a contract or letter of appointment with a primary responsibility in teaching. Faculty members assess, plan, implement and evaluate instruction for students in studio and classroom settings in coordination with established course and program objectives.

Missions: Rooted in the Catholic and Franciscan Traditions of Faith and Reason, the University of Saint Francis engages a diverse community in learning, leadership and service. The School of Creative Arts at the University of Saint Francis is a creative, collaborative learning environment providing a personalized education.

The Program: SOCA offers one of the largest visual art programs among the private schools in the State of Indiana. It currently serves 275 students in art, communication, and music technology. One of five colleges at the University of Saint Francis, the School of Creative Arts is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design. The faculty are student centered, actively exhibit their work, attend and present at national conferences and nurture an environment that is both personalized and progressive. Student/faculty ratio is 15 to 1.

Application Process: Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Applicants should submit a letter of application, a vita, college transcripts, teaching philosophy and three letters of recommendation. Send by email to searchcommittee@sf.edu or by mail to the address above.

Adjunct Nursing Faculty

University of Saint Francis is accepting applications for the Crown Point, IN campus for the following adjunct faculty openings in its Nursing Department beginning immediately for Fall 2013. Adjunct clinical faculty positions are currently available in the Department of Nursing for Maternity and Medical-Surgical Nursing. Required Master of Science in Nursing; will consider applicants pursuing MSN. Preferred earned doctorate with teaching experience. Teaching assignments include clinical courses in the ASN Program with focus area of Maternity or Medical/Surgical Nursing. Review of applications begins immediately. To apply, send letter of interest, vita and contact information for three professional references by email to searchcommittee@sf.edu or by mail to the address above.