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Assistant Professor of Religious Studies |
| Appointment Date |
August 2010 |
| Responsibilities |
The Religious Studies & Philosophy department in the College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences at Avila University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Religious Studies position to begin August 2010, subject to budgetary approval. We seek a candidate who is committed to teaching students, through interdisciplinary approaches, to be responsible contributors to our global community. |
| Qualifications |
The successful candidate will possess a PhD in Religious Studies or in a related-field.
Preference will be given to candidates with a specialized background in Catholic Studies and one or both of the following areas: Religious Studies with a global emphasis, and/or Comparative Religion. Above all, candidates must show experience and a commitment to undergraduate teaching, both within the core curriculum as well as within upper-level and interdisciplinary courses. Evidence of innovative teaching strategies, experience with a diversified student population and research informed by a global perspective will all further strengthen a candidate's application.
Avila University is sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet and is committed to teaching students to be advocates for social justice, regardless of their professional and academic field. As part of our strategic plan, we are committed to educating our students as global citizens, capable of engaging across social and cultural boundaries. |
| Salary |
Competitive salary. |
| Benefits |
This is a full time tenure track faculty position, eligible for the usual and customary benefits. Avila University’s comprehensive benefit package includes a generous holiday schedule, tuition remission for employee and dependents, sick leave, retirement benefits, health & dental insurance. |
| Application Information |
Send letter of application, CV and three letters of reference to:
Marie J. Harris, CSJ, Ph.D.
Avila University
11901 Wornall Rd
Kansas City, MO 64145.
Review of applications will begin October 26, 2009. |
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| Submitted 11/11 |
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| Position Available |
Assistant Professor, School of Education (2 positions) |
| Appointment Date |
August 2010 |
| Responsibilities |
The School of Education at Avila University invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions at the level of Assistant Professor for Literacy and Assistant Professor for Math/Science/Technology Education to begin August 2010. One of the positions is contingent upon funding.
Candidates for the Assistant Professor for Literacy will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in literacy. Candidates will be expected to teach courses such as Assessment and Remediation of Reading Problems, Reading in the Content Areas, and Reading Practicum.
Candidates for the Assistant Professor of Math/Science/Technology Education will teach undergraduate and graduate classes such as Methods in Mathematics, Geometry for Elementary and Middle School, Technology in Education and Elementary Science Education. |
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The ideal candidate will have an earned doctorate degree in literacy/reading or a doctorate degree in Math or Science education with an emphasis on technology; ABD near completion may be considered. Minimum of three years' K-12 teaching experience required. The candidate will have demonstrated effective teaching, collaborative and applied research in school settings, successful integration of technology in the both the K-12 and Collegiate level. Responsibilities include teaching, field-based supervision, academic advisement, on-going university and community service, and sustained scholarly activity.
Avila University is a Catholic University sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet and is committed to teaching students to be advocates for social justice, regardless of their professional and academic field. As part of our strategic plan, we are committed to educating our students as global citizens, capable of engaging across social and cultural boundaries. For further information see www.avila.edu. |
| Salary |
Competitive salary. |
| Benefits |
This is a full time tenure track faculty position, eligible for the usual and customary benefits. Avila University’s comprehensive benefit package includes a generous holiday schedule, tuition remission for employee and dependents, sick leave, retirement benefits, health & dental insurance. |
| Application Information |
Applicants should send a letter of application, a current vita, a philosophy statement of teaching and learning and three letters of recommendation to:
Marie J. Harris, CSJ, Ph.D.
Avila University
11901 Wornall Rd
Kansas City, MO 64145
Review of applications will begin December 1, 2009. |
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| Revised 10/27 |
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| Position Available |
Avila Advantage Instructors - Corporate Communications (Part Time) |
| Appointment Date |
Spring 2010 |
| Responsibilities |
The Avila Advantage Adult Degree Program seeks to build a talent pool of adjunct faculty to serve current and future needs in Corporate Communication. Classes are evening 5-week and 8-week undergraduate courses. More information about the Avila Advantage program may be found at www.Avila.edu/Advantage. |
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Master’s degree required. Doctorate preferred. |
| Salary |
Salary commensurate with experience. |
| Benefits |
N/E |
| Application Information |
Send cover letter and résumé to employment@avila.edu (email preferred) or mail to:
Office of Human Resources
Avila University
11901 Wornall Road
Kansas City, Missouri 64145-1698 |
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| Submitted 10/12 |
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| Position Available |
Head Cross Country Coach (Part Time) |
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Appointment for the full range of duties will begin July1, 2010. However, appointment for purposes of recruiting the initial team members must occur as soon as possible. |
| Responsibilities |
The head coach will direct all aspects of the cross country program for men and women including, but not limited to, recruiting, scheduling, practice and meet management, budget management, fund raising, compliance with NAIA, Heart of America Athletic Conference and University rules, and promoting the academic and athletic development of student-athletes. |
| Qualifications |
Bachelor’s degree and previous high school or college coaching experience required; head coaching experienced preferred. |
| Salary |
Competitive salary. |
| Benefits |
N/E |
| Application Information |
Send cover letter and résumé to employment@avila.edu (email preferred) or mail to:
Office of Human Resources
Avila University
11901 Wornall Road
Kansas City, Missouri 64145-1698 |
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| Submitted 10/26 |
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| Position Available |
Radiologic Science Clinical Coordinator |
| Appointment Date |
January 2010 |
| Responsibilities |
To teach a class and oversee the clinical sites for the radiologic science degree program. |
| Qualifications |
ARRT certified, two years working as a radiographer, Kansas License, and experience with students in a clinical setting. Masters degree and teaching experience preferred. |
| Salary |
Competitive salary |
| Benefits |
This full time position is eligible for the usual and customary benefits. Avila University’s comprehensive benefit package tuition remission for employee and dependents, sick leave, retirement benefits, health & dental insurance. |
| Application Information |
Send cover letter, résumé and three letters of reference to employment@avila.edu or mail to:
Sr. Marie Joan Harris, Ph.D.
Avila University
11901 Wornall Road
Kansas City, Missouri 64145-1698 |
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| Submitted 9/8 |
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| Position Available |
Safety Supervisor (Security)
Part time as needed; must be able to rotate all shifts for vacations and University events. Security patrols are 24 hours a day, seven days a week. |
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Position available immediately. |
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The Safety Supervisor will have a passion for serving students, faculty and staff and integrity in ensuring a safe campus environment. Major responsibilities include patrolling facility or man post as instructed and serve as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime and campus policy violations; detect suspicious activities and watch for criminal acts or campus policy violations at or near assigned post which may be a threat to the property, students or employees on campus; Report all incidents, accidents or medical emergencies; Respond to emergencies, such as medical issues and community threats such as fire alarms and by following emergency response procedures. |
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Minimum Requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older and authorized to work in the United States
• Must have a high school diploma or GED, or at least 10 years of verifiable employment history
• Knowledge of crime prevention, liability and risk management as they apply to the safety and security fields, in particular to the needs of a university setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing for the purpose of public interaction and report writing and an interest in being in collaborative service to a university community.
• Personable and friendly demeanor along with the skills necessary to relate well with all types of people.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to be licensed as a private security officer prescribed by local and state laws.
• Neat and professional appearance along with the ability to maintain a punctual timeliness in reporting to assigned/scheduled duty.
• Position requires clear and accurate reporting (written and verbal), sitting and standing for long periods of time, lifting and maneuvering barricades, walking and, during an emergency situation, may require running.
• First Aid and CPR certification courses may be required.
Preferred Requirements (in addition to above)
• Experience in security, preferably in a University/College environment.
• Experience with a working understanding of fire codes or hazardous materials.
• EMT training also a plus. |
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Competitive salary |
| Benefits |
N/E |
| Application Information |
Send cover letter and résumé to:
Employment@avila.edu or mail to
Office of Human Resources
Avila University
11901 Wornall Road
Kansas City, Missouri 64145-1698 |
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