Teaching Assistant Professor / Teaching Associate Professor of Inclusive Leadership

Profile

02/14/2022
Category:
Teacher Education
; 1
Educational Administration and Leadership
Requisition Number:
36638
Location:
Boulder, Colorado
Employment Type:
Faculty
Schedule:
Full-Time
Date Posted:
14-Feb-2022
Job Summary
The Masters of the Environment Professional Graduate Program (MENV)
at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a Teaching Assistant Professor or Teaching Associate Professor of Inclusive Leadership.
The Masters of the Environment
(MENV) Graduate Program, within the University of Colorado Boulder's Department of Environmental Studies, seeks a full-time, non-tenure-track Teaching Assistant Professor or Teaching Associate Professor and Faculty Lead for MENV's core leadership curriculum and the new Outdoor Recreation Economy (ORE) program's Inclusive Leadership Certificate. The anticipated start date is August 2022.
The Masters of the Environment graduate professional program seeks to fill a 9-month, non-tenure track teaching faculty position at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor or Teaching Associate Professor with a focus on inclusive leadership. MENV embraces Dr. Stefanie Johnson's (2020) definition of inclusive leadership, which emphasizes leadership that recognizes and celebrates unique and dissenting perspectives while creating a collaborative and open-minded environment where everyone feels that they truly belong. Inclusive leaders treat all people respectfully and fairly, and create a sense of value, confidence, and inspiration for those around them.
We seek a faculty member who will take the lead on teaching and integration of inclusive leadership within the residential MENV program and the online Outdoor Recreation Economy (ORE) program. The successful candidate will bring vision, leadership expertise, and an entrepreneurial spirit to contribute broadly to the growing MENV and ORE programs.
The successful candidate will possess professional experience in topics centered on the environment and sustainability, which may include experience in higher education or other societal sectors related to resilience and social change. The candidate will have experience developing leadership curriculum or training for professionals or higher education audiences, with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ).
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
The Masters of the Environment Graduate Program in the University of Colorado Boulder's Environmental Studies Program is an interdisciplinary professional master's degree that equips students with the knowledge, skills and experience necessary to address complex environmental and social challenges. Through our comprehensive approach to professional education, MENV students receive a graduate degree from one of the world's top universities in environmental sciences, while simultaneously gaining valuable professional experience with an external client organization. The Masters of the Environment Graduate Program values diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. More information here: Masters of the Environment.
The Outdoor Recreation Economy program sits within MENV and creates impact for the broader outdoor industry through applied research and project delivery with organizational partners, and the cultivation of innovators and inclusive leaders. ORE is committed to supporting the entire outdoor recreation economy through innovative approaches to economic development, the management of resilient public lands and waterways, the creation of inclusive spaces, and the promotion of sustainable business practices.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
This position is a nine-month, academic-year Teaching Assistant Professor or Teaching Associate Professor appointment and may include an additional summer responsibilities. We seek a candidate to develop and deliver curriculum in the MENV and ORE programs, make substantive contributions in thought leadership, as well as participate in innovative and impactful professional activities. The position includes teaching, advising, administrative duties, and research/professional work. The position includes a mix of the following primary responsibilities:
Faculty Lead
Serve as faculty lead for MENV's core leadership course and the new certificate in Inclusive Leadership for the ORE program. Oversee the curriculum, engage faculty in curricular development, and advise students.
Engage with Industry
Develop and facilitate relationships with external organizations and serve as a resource for the sustainability and outdoor industries.
Teaching
Develop and teach in-person, as well as online professional graduate courses.
Capstone Advisor
Advise MENV students in experiential learning projects.
Support Student Recruitment, Retention, and Reactivation
Work with the MENV and ORE program faculty to support student recruitment, retention, and placement into impactful careers.
Research and Creative Work
Depending on the candidate background, this position may also include engaging in research or creative work related to professional practice. This involves a) demonstrating a deep understanding of professional practices in inclusive leadership, sustainability, and the outdoor recreation economy b) developing, facilitating relationships with, and serving as a resource to external organizations and communities; c) demonstrating impact and innovation within the professional practice; and d) engaging in research and thought leadership in inclusive leadership, sustainability, and the outdoor recreation economy.
What You Should Know
We are especially interested in individuals who have academic or professional experience related to sustainability, resilience, and social change.
We seek candidates who will support and encourage a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive learning environment. Because MENV is a professional graduate program, we value a variety of accomplishments and qualities in a candidate, including professional experience, interpersonal skills, publications, and an entrepreneurial spirit befitting a young and vibrant program.
This role will also be expected to contribute toward program efforts to address dimensions of underserved communities, justice and equity, and race, gender, and/or class influence as it relates to sustainability and the outdoor recreation industry.
Personal qualities should include a spirit of collaboration, a passion for learning and the requisite humility that is required when working in an emergent field with creative, professional students. Strong interpersonal skills and self-directedness are a must for this team-based program.
All University of Colorado Boulder employees are required to comply with the campus COVID-19 vaccine requirement
. New employees must provide proof of vaccination or receive a medical or religious exemption within 30 days of employment.
What We Can Offer
We can offer a competitive academic year salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications, in the range of $65,000. - $79,000 for the Teaching Assistant Professor position, or $80,000 - $90,000 for the Teaching Associate Professor position. This position is an initial three year appointment that can be renewable.
Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits
, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder
Be Statements
Be ambitious. Be groundbreaking. Be Boulder.
What We Require
For the Teaching Assistant Professor rank: Graduate degree (e.g., PhD, MS, MA, MBA, JD) or close equivalent in relevant field.
Teaching experience at the undergraduate, graduate, or professional level, which may include experience as a graduate teaching assistant or equivalent (e.g., teaching or training as an environmental professional); OR professional experience in a relevant field.
Demonstrated experience and passion for teaching, shown through course/curriculum development, integration of service learning, teaching innovation, or development of effective pedagogical methods.
Record of delivering professional development (e.g., delivering workshops, presenting at or organizing conferences).
Some demonstration of thought leadership (research, publications, presentations) that contributes to a professional reputation in this space.
Some demonstration outreach, community engagement, or service in the community or in other areas that utilizes expertise.
For the Teaching Associate Professor rank: Graduate degree (e.g., PhD, MS, MA, MBA, JD) or close equivalent in relevant field.
Minimum 7 years experience as assistant professor or equivalent; or the equivalent number of years in relevant professional practice.
Demonstrated experience and passion for teaching, shown through course/curriculum development, integration of service learning, teaching innovation, or development of effective pedagogical methods.
Strong record of delivering professional development (e.g., delivering workshops, presenting at or organizing conferences).
Demonstrated thought leadership (research, publications, presentations) that contributes to a strong professional reputation.
Demonstrated and sustained outreach, community engagement, or service in the community or in other areas that utilizes expertise.
What You Will Need
Personal qualities:
Demonstration of self-awareness, cultural intelligence, and a commitment to fostering equity and inclusion.
Experience working with students or professionals from a wide range of life experiences and backgrounds.
A spirit of collaboration, a passion for learning and the requisite humility that is required when working in an emergent field with creative, professional students.
Strong interpersonal skills and self-directedness with a startup mindset.
Passion for mentoring, teaching, and creating professional opportunities for students in a professional context.
Excitement about helping to create a flagship program in the outdoor recreation economy.
What We Would Like You To Have
Experience teaching and developing curriculum for programs that include one or more of the following:
Professional education, higher education learning, extension school, facilitation, and/or technical assistance.
Professional leadership experience at the director level or above.
Strong connections with industry, nonprofits, and/or government to facilitate student opportunities.
Experience dealing with complex issues, multiple business functions and/or stakeholders with varying interests.
Evidence of engaging diverse communities and creating strong partnerships.
Experience in creating innovative learning experiences.
A passion for and commitment to student mentoring.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials: Current Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter, which includes a thorough description of teaching and professional experience in inclusive leadership. The cover letter should also include a description of how the candidate will support and encourage a diverse and inclusive learning environment that includes mentorship, classroom, professional, and experiential and project-based learning.
A complete application also requires a separate DEIJ statement (1-2 pages) demonstrating the past and current ability and commitment of the candidate to cultivating learning and/or working environments that are equitable and inclusive of diverse students, faculty, and staff with regard to race, ethnicity, sexuality, gender, class, disability, and other marginalized identities.
During the application process, you will need to enter contact information for three references, and we will request letters of recommendation and additional materials if needed, as the search progresses.The review of applications will begin on March 7, 2022. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs
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