SALARY: Depends on Qualifications
OPENING DATE: 07/15/15
CLOSING DATE: 09/15/15 11:59 PM
BACKGROUND:
Saint Mary’s College of California invites applications for a tenure-track position in the Department
of Kinesiology. With three concentrations (Health & Human Performance, Health Promotion, and
Sport & Recreation Management), Kinesiology is one of the largest undergraduate majors on
campus. At the graduate level, the Department offers a master’s degree also with three tracks:
Sport Studies, Sport Management, and Fitness Management. The Department serves its students
through a curriculum based on the interdisciplinary study of the human being in motion, and we
seek a colleague interested in the same. Our student body is diverse, and we seek a candidate
who can speak and relate to students of color, women, and other minorities. Candidates from
these under-represented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Saint Mary’s College of California is a private, comprehensive and coeducational institution that
engages students in rigorous critical thinking, promotes social justice, and educates the whole
person. Recognized among just forty exceptional institutions in Colleges That Change Lives—and
the first Catholic and first California college to be included—Saint Mary’s is praised for its
challenging and supportive learning community. The De La Salle Christian Brothers, the largest
teaching order of the Roman Catholic Church, guide the spiritual and academic character of the
College.
Saint Mary’s reputation for excellence, innovation and responsiveness in education stems from its
vibrant heritage as a Liberal Arts, Catholic, and Lasallian institution. An outstanding, committed
faculty and staff that value shared inquiry, integrative learning and student interaction bring these
traditions to life. Located on a stunning 420 acre campus in the Moraga Hills outside of San
Francisco, Saint Mary’s is known for its rigorous liberal arts education and high quality graduate
programs, including business, education and leadership. Saint Mary's currently enrolls more than
4,000 highly diverse students, reflecting the College’s commitment to the educational benefits of
inclusion.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The candidate for this tenure-track position will be expected to teach the following undergraduate courses: Introduction to Public Health, Fitness & Health Education, Issues in Community & Peer Health, Health Promotion: Planning & Evaluation, and Research Methods & Writing in Kinesiology, and will serve as the coordinator of the Health Promotion emphasis within the Department of Kinesiology. Candidates may also have the opportunity to contribute to the Department of Kinesiology’s master’s degree program.
Faculty contractual responsibilities reflect a full course load of six (6) courses each academic year. Candidates with interest and/or experience in administrative leadership are encouraged to apply.
Additional expectations are to serve as an academic advisor to students in the major, attend departmental and committee meetings, general Academic Senate meetings, Commencements, and other special convocations or events, serve on School and College committees, and participate in student recruiting events and new-student orientations.
The candidate is expected to engage in scholarly and research activities as required by the institution, and to regularly participate in two core Liberal Arts programs, the Collegiate Seminar Great Books Program and January Term.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
It is expected that candidates will hold a terminal degree in Kinesiology, or a closely related discipline, with a record of teaching excellence, evidence of research trajectory, and publication in areas related to Health Promotion.
Candidates should be committed to a liberal arts education; have respect for its learning environment and for the students, staff, and faculty who comprise it; and be willing to embrace Lasallian traditions and practices.
Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to student-centered teaching and be able to
demonstrate a mastery of bridging between theory and professional practice.
Candidates should be committed to research and professional activity at the national and international
level and have computational proficiency.
Candidates should have a demonstrated commitment to, and success working in, diverse, multicultural communities, preferably in higher education.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Application Instructions: Please apply on-line at http://jobs.stmarys-ca.edu.
1) Include a cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications of the position and are prepared to support the mission of the College.
2) A complete application includes a letter of interest, resume, online application, and the name and contact information for three (3) professional references.
Candidates who submit names of references should expect that references will be contacted, in confidence, by the College and that credentials will be confirmed prior to hire.
Please direct inquiries about this position to Claire M. Williams, Associate Professor, Department of Kinesiology: cmw9@stmarys-ca.edu.
In applying for a position, candidates sign a consent authorizing a broader inquiry which may include reference checks, a motor vehicle check, and a third party background check.
Saint Mary's is an equal employment opportunity employer. We support inclusive excellence and are committed to creating a safe and welcoming community for all.
College policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, gender stereotyping, gender identity, taking a protected leave (e.g. family medical or pregnancy leave), or on any other basis protected by applicable laws.
Saint Mary’s College annually collects information about campus crimes and other reportable incidents in accordance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. To view the Saint Mary’s College Report, please go to the Public Safety website at http://www.stmarysca.edu/public-safety/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report-0.To
request a paper copy please call Public Safety at (925) 631-4284. The report includes the type of crime, venue, and number of occurrences.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: http://jobs.stmarys-ca.edu
1928 Saint Mary's Road Moraga, CA
94556
925-631-4212
hr@stmarys-ca.edu
Position #2014-1500907
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, KINESIOLOGY, HEALTH PROMOTION JJ
SAINT MARY'S COLLEGE OF CALIFORNIA invites applications for the position of: Assistant professor, Kinesiology, Sport & Recreation Management
SALARY: Depends on Qualifications
OPENING DATE: 07/18/15
CLOSING DATE: 09/15/15 11:59 PM
BACKGROUND:
Saint Mary’s College of California invites applications for a tenure-track position in the Department of Kinesiology. With three concentrations (Health & Human Performance, Health Promotion, and Sport & Recreation Management), Kinesiology is one of the largest undergraduate majors on campus. At the graduate level, the Department offers a master’s degree also with three tracks: Sport Studies, Sport Management, and Fitness Management. The Department serves its students through a curriculum based on the interdisciplinary study of the human being in motion, and we seek a colleague interested in the same. Our student body is diverse, and we seek a candidate who can speak and relate to students of color, women, and other minorities. Candidates from these under-represented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Saint Mary’s College of California is a private, comprehensive and coeducational institution that engages students in rigorous critical thinking, promotes social justice, and educates the whole person. Recognized among just forty exceptional institutions in Colleges That Change Lives—and the first Catholic and first California college to be included—Saint Mary’s is praised for its challenging and supportive learning community. The De La Salle Christian Brothers, the largest teaching order of the Roman Catholic Church, guide the spiritual and academic character of the College.
Saint Mary’s reputation for excellence, innovation and responsiveness in education stems from its vibrant heritage as a Liberal Arts, Catholic, and Lasallian institution. An outstanding, committed faculty and staff that value shared inquiry, integrative learning and student interaction bring these traditions to life. Located on a stunning 420 acre campus in the Moraga Hills outside of San Francisco, Saint Mary’s is known for its rigorous liberal arts education and high quality graduate programs, including business, education and leadership. Saint Mary's currently enrolls more than 4,000 highly diverse students, reflecting the College’s commitment to the educational benefits of inclusion.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The candidate for this tenure-track position will be expected to teach the following undergraduate courses: Facility & Event Management and Organizational Behavior & Theory. Candidates will also teach internship courses and must have the ability and willingness to develop ongoing relationships and internship opportunities with exercise facilities and sport teams at a variety of levels. Candidates who have experience teaching Introduction to Kinesiology and/or Research Writing & Methods in Kinesiology are preferred. Candidates may also have the opportunity to contribute to the Department of Kinesiology’s master’s degree program. Faculty contractual responsibilities reflect a full course load of six (6) courses each academic year. Candidates with interest and/or experience in administrative leadership are encouraged to apply.
Additional expectations are to serve as an academic advisor to students in the major, attend departmental and committee meetings, general Academic Senate meetings, Commencements, and other special convocations or events, serve on School and College committees, and participate in student recruiting events and new-student orientations.
The candidate is expected to engage in scholarly and research activities as required by the institution, and to regularly participate in two core Liberal Arts programs, the Collegiate Seminar Great Books Program and January Term.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
It is expected that candidates will hold a terminal degree in Kinesiology, or a closely related discipline, with a record of teaching excellence, evidence of research trajectory, and publication in areas related to Sport & Recreation Management. Candidates should be committed to a liberal arts education; have respect for its learning environment and for the students, staff, and faculty who comprise it; and be willing to embrace Lasallian traditions and practices. Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to student-centered teaching and be able to demonstrate a mastery of bridging between theory and professional practice. Candidates should be committed to research and professional activity at the national and international level and have computational proficiency. Candidates should have a demonstrated commitment to, and success working in, diverse, multicultural communities, preferably in higher education.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Application Instructions: Please apply on-line at http://jobs.stmarys-ca.edu.
1) Include a cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications of the position and are prepared to support the mission of the College.
2) A complete application includes a letter of interest, resume, online application, and the name and contact information for three (3) professional references.
Please direct inquiries about this position to Claire M. Williams, Associate Professor, Department of Kinesiology: cmw9@stmarys-ca.edu.
Candidates who submit names of references should expect that references will be contacted, in confidence, by the College and that credentials will be confirmed prior to hire.
Candidates who become finalists will be expected to sign a consent authorizing a broader inquiry.
In applying for a position, candidates sign a consent authorizing a broader inquiry which may include reference checks, a motor vehicle check, and a third party background check.
Saint Mary's is an equal employment opportunity employer. We support inclusive excellence and are committed to creating a safe and welcoming community for all. College policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, gender stereotyping, gender identity, taking a protected leave (e.g. family medical or pregnancy leave), or on any other basis protected by applicable laws.
Saint Mary’s College annually collects information about campus crimes and other reportable incidents in accordance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. To view the Saint Mary’s College Report, please go to the Public Safety website at http://www.stmarys-ca.edu/public-safety/annual-security-and-fire-safetyreport-0.To request a paper copy please call Public Safety at (925) 631-4284. The report includes the type of crime, venue, and number of occurrences.
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