Employment

JOB DESCRIPTION

Newberry College invites applications for a full-time tenure track faculty teaching position of physical education for the Department of Teacher Education beginning in August 2024.  The qualified candidate will teach a variety of undergraduate courses in physical education and fitness for early childhood, elementary, middle level, and secondary education students.
In addition to teaching courses through our team environment in the educator preparation program of Newberry College, a tenure-track candidate will be responsible for professional service, scholarly productivity, recruitment and retention initiatives, supervision of field and clinical experiences, and authentic advisement for education majors. The Department and the College are committed to fostering excellence in diversity and inclusion.

JOB FUNCTIONS
Expected to teach in the traditional and online settings as assigned and to participate in activities in the Department. A complete list of duties and responsibilities can be found in the Faculty Policies Manual. Perform other duties as required, as assigned by the Department Dean or Chair, or in accordance with the faculty handbook.

EDUCATIONAL OR OTHER HIRING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION
Master’s degree in Physical Education from an accredited college or university required. Terminal Degree preferred. Must have prior teaching experience. Experience with accreditation preferred. Must meet the College criteria for faculty appointment and have the ability to support the goals and mission of the College and the Department of Teacher Education.

APPLICATION
Review of applications will begin April 22, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should send a letter of interest, Curriculum Vitae, unofficial graduate transcripts, and contact information for three professional references. Electronic application materials should be emailed to human.resources@newberry.edu with the subject: “Assistant Professor of Physical Education”.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The instructor position focuses on the instructional activities required to implement the curriculum. Adjunct/part-time faculty will be assigned according to department needs.

JOB FUNCTIONS
A. Teaching

• Implements teaching activities within assigned courses under the leadership of senior faculty.
• Assists in the planning and evaluation of specific courses within the curriculum.
• Maintains current knowledge and skills in the area(s) of preparation.
• Carries out instructional designs developed in collaboration with senior faculty.
• Develops skills of academic advisement for pre-nursing and nursing major students based on College/Department policy and under the direction of an assigned faculty mentor.
• Maintains accessibility to students, within College/Department policy.
• Fosters the development of students as emerging professionals.
• Ensures personal compliance with clinical agency requirements; re: licensure, health screening, professional liability insurance, CPR, criminal background checks, etc., and role models these behaviors for students.
• Ensures compliance with regulations set by the SC Board of Nursing, SC DHEC, SLED, OSHA, HIPAA, FERPA, etc.

B. Department/College Activities and Community Service

• Collaborates with clinical partners and other community groups in promoting the Nursing program and the College.
• Maintains effective interdepartmental relationships within the College.
• Supports the goals and mission of the College.
• Represents the College and the Department as necessary.
• Participates as a resource person as needed.

C.  Adjunct Instructor

• Master’s degree in nursing required. A master’s degree or higher with experience in simulation/advising and/or teaching in higher education is preferred. Those with relevant work history are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as detail-oriented management of multiple projects.
• Be an outgoing, friendly, curious learner who thrives on working with students to help them achieve success. An understanding that each student is unique, and a strong commitment to Newberry College's inclusivity, equity, and belonging ideals. Innovative and adaptable to the different needs of individual students.
• Ability to work with technology, particularly Microsoft 365. Familiarity with online resources to support student development. Comfort using student data to inform decision-making and make recommendations.
• Ability to work with a team of highly motivated faculty and staff to ensure student success.

D. The Simulation Lab Coordinator

• Provides instruction, including demonstration, guided practice, and skill evaluation for nursing students.
• Develops and implements high-quality learning and assessment simulations.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of simulations as educational and assessment tools.
• Facilitates simulation scenarios and student participation with debriefing sessions.
• Trains simulation users in simulation activities, operation of patient simulators, audio-visual equipment, and their maintenance.
• Maintains and updates simulation and lab equipment and supplies.
• Assists in the development of new curricula that are supported by simulation activities.
• Coordinates maintenance of patient simulators, part-task trainers, and virtual equipment.
• Assists with the student remediation process with respect to skills.
• Coordination of clinical affiliations and agreements.
• Maintains communication between clinical agencies and the College.
• Ensures that clinical experiences meet the requirements of SC BON.
• Maintenance of Trajecsys and clinical paperwork.
• Coordination of clinical requirements in Viewpoint.

EDUCATIONAL OR OTHER HIRING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION
Master’s degree or bachelor’s of science in nursing required. South Carolina license as a registered nurse (RN) or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) is required. Minimum of three years’ clinical practice as a professional registered nurse. Evidence of effective clinical practice that includes experience with formal and informal teaching of patient groups, of students, and/or of licensed nurses. Familiarity with the Neuman Systems Model preferred.

APPLICATION
Applicants should send a letter of interest, C.V., resume, and contact information for three professional references. References will not be checked without candidate permission.  Electronic application materials should be emailed to Human Resources at human.resources@newberry.edu with the subject “Adjunct/Part-Time Instructor of Nursing”.

JOB DESCRIPTION 

The clinical instructor position focuses on the instructional activities required to implement the clinical laboratory component of nursing courses under the supervision of a senior faculty member. Appointment Period: per semester basis determined by course needs.

JOB FUNCTIONS
A. Teaching

• Assumes clinical laboratory supervision role.
• Assist in clinical teaching activities within designated course(s) under the leadership of senior faculty.
• Assist in planning and evaluating clinical teaching activities within assigned course(s).
• Maintains currency of knowledge and skills in area(s) of preparation.
• Functions under the supervision of a senior faculty member who maintains overall course responsibility.
• Maintains accessibility to students, within College/Department policy.
• Ensures personal compliance with clinical agency requirements re: licensure, health screening, professional liability insurance, CPR, criminal background checks, etc. and role models these behaviors for students.

B. Department/College Activities and Community Service

• Seeks opportunities to share expertise with others at local or regional levels.

C. Scholarly Activities and Professional Development

• Identifies opportunities to make scholarly contributions.
• Expands nursing knowledge and skills in area(s) of teaching focus.

EDUCATIONAL OR OTHER HIRING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION
Bachelor’s degree in nursing; master’s degree in nursing preferred. An unencumbered active license as a registered nurse (RN) or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) in South Carolina or another Compact state required. Minimum of two years’ clinical practice as a professional registered nurse related to the area of assigned clinical teaching responsibilities. Evidence of effective clinical practice that includes experience with formal and informal teaching of patient groups, of students, and/or of licensed nurses. Familiarity with the Neuman Systems Model preferred.

APPLICATION
Applicants should send a letter of interest, C.V., resume, and contact information for three professional references. References will not be checked without candidate permission.  Electronic application materials should be emailed to Human Resources at human.resources@newberry.edu with the subject “Clinical Instructor, Part-Time Faculty”.

Position description

Applications are invited for part time instructor, English, First-Year Composition course, starting August 21, 2023, to teach up to 9 credit hours (i.e., 3 sections) of first-year composition.

Salary

College scale.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in English (preferred) or master’s in English (required). Experience in college and/or university teaching preferred.

Applications

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Applicants should send:

• C.V.,
• letter of interest, and
• contact information for three professional references.

The successful candidate will be asked to submit official transcripts of graduate coursework. Electronic application materials should be emailed to Professor Warren Moore at warren.moore@newberry.edu.  Please include “ENG 113 Instructor” in the subject line.

JOB DESCRIPTION 

The Newberry College Communications Program invites applications for a part-time teaching position(s) as an instructor for its public relations and practical media courses. These courses are taught in a rotation and include an introductory seminar in public relations principles and practices; public relations research methods; managed practicum in which students work with third-party clients to gain practical experience; and a course in practical media fundamentals and public relations basics for students who are not majoring in Communications-related fields.

Candidates will teach one or two, three-hour courses per semester: one PR course and one section of Practical Media Fundamentals. The Newberry College Communications Program prefers the courses be taught in an in-person format on the Newberry College campus.

EDUCATIONAL OR OTHER HIRING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION
The ideal candidate will have 18 graduate-level hours in a mass communications or public relations-related field, as well as practical experience in public relations or a related field. The successful candidate must display effective communication and interpersonal skills, be able to work with diverse populations, and show a commitment to collaborative work.

APPLICATION
To be considered for this position, qualified candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and three references to human.resources@newberry.edu with the subject “Advertising/Public Relations, and Media Adjunct.”

JOB DESCRIPTION 

The Newberry College Communications Program invites applications for a studio tech/part-time teaching position in its broadcasting sequence. Duties will include assisting the faculty in the studio and control room during production class sessions; maintenance, upkeep and upgrade of studio and control room equipment; planning and scheduling of studio productions; and instructing at least one studio production course per semester, to be taught in an in-person format using the television production facilities on the Newberry College campus.

EDUCATIONAL OR OTHER HIRING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION
The ideal candidate will have 18 graduate-level hours in a broadcast-related field, as well as practical experience in live broadcast production and/or engineering. The Communications Program is especially interested in applicants who have experience working with BlackMagicDesign broadcast equipment. The successful candidate must display effective communication and interpersonal skills, be able to work with diverse populations, show a commitment to collaborative work, and have excellent organizational skills.

APPLICATION
To be considered for this position, qualified candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and three references to human.resources@newberry.edu with the subject “A Part-Time Studio Tech Position.”

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Admission Counselor is a full-time position that focuses on the recruitment of prospective students, the review of applications, and active participation in yield activities to ensure enrollment of a talented and diverse class. The Admission Counselor engages with high schools and community colleges in an assigned area and manages the interactions and various forms of communication with students, parents, high school counselors and alumni in that region. On campus, the Admission Counselor conducts information sessions, confers with admitted students/families and contributes to the success of visitation/recruitment programs. Collegial interaction with several College departments and external partners is on-going. Some evening and weekend work will be required so the Admission Counselor must be committed to working flexible hours to meet office and team needs. Additional special projects may be assigned by the Director of Admission as needed.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Manage a recruitment territory, including roughly six - eight weeks of occasional travel and virtual engagement for recruitment.
• Create and implement recruitment strategies to achieve recruitment goals.
• Utilize data systems in the recruitment process (Jenzabar, Slate, etc.).
• Handle admission office correspondence on a daily basis. (phone, text, email)
• Communicate with a wide spectrum of constituencies including but not limited to students, parents, guidance counselors, alumni, current students, and community-based organizations.
• Counsel prospective students and families in all aspects of the admissions process.
• Organize work to provide maximum time for follow-up by telephone, text and email, to secure a specified number of campus visits, applications, acceptances, deposits and matriculations with some projects requiring evening and weekend work hours.
• Conduct campus tours and presentations to prospective students, families, and special groups.
• Attend all recruitment events sponsored by the Admission office throughout the year.
• Act as liaison with other campus offices to ensure excellent customer service to prospective students/families.
• Manage special interest group(s) to enhance the scope of recruitment to enroll and shape a diverse class.
• Be knowledgeable and able to counsel families about financial aid and Newberry’s system of “packaging” aid.
• Be proficient in his or her knowledge of Newberry College.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Admission.

EDUCATIONAL OR OTHER HIRING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION

Bachelor’s degree, required. A minimum of three months of experience in an admission office or sales environment, preferred. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, faculty, and the public. Knowledge of and experience with computer systems and software applications, preferred. Strong time management and perceptive interpersonal abilities. Operate effectively in both independent and team environments. Excellent communication and presentation skills (oral and written) in both individual and group settings. Knowledge of social media platforms, a plus. Desire to take initiative and be creative. A valid driver’s license, required.

APPLICATION
To be considered for this position, qualified candidates should email a cover letter and resume to human.resources@newberry.edu with the subject “Admission Counselor.”

JOB DESCRIPTION

Newberry College invites applications for the position of Office Manager in the Office of the Registrar. The Office Manager is responsible for providing administrative support to the Registrar and performing front office duties in all areas related to student academic records, registration, and commencement.
This is an exciting time for Newberry College. On the wave of significant growth, the college is modernizing the Registrar’s office and making a significant investment in technology and staffing. Therefore, the new Office Manager will be responsible for learning new technology and engaging in new, automated processes. They will work closely with the offices of Admission, Financial Aid, and Student Accounts to maintain the accuracy and integrity of student records. The Office Manager reports to the Registrar.

JOB FUNCTIONS
Transcripts

• Process electronic and paper transcripts requests daily.

Student Academic Records

• Process Add/Drop, AW, Withdrawal forms, and suspension notifications and communicate with faculty and staff members as necessary.
• Process grade charges, registration exceptions, change of advisors, and major declarations.
• Process enrollment verification requests as needed.
• Update student information after initial student check-in.
• Process application of degree forms and order diplomas (3x/year).
• Update National Clearinghouse and SC Department of Education information.

Office Responsibilities

• Assist students, faculty, and staff who enter the office.
• Primary phone contact.
• Pick up and process mail.
• Handle email for the Registrar’s office.
• Order office supplies and prepare Request for Payment forms.
• Organize diplomas and align for distribution at rehearsal and commencement.
• Oversee student workers.
• Work with Herff Jones on academic eligibility for ring orders.

Other duties assigned by the Registrar

EDUCATIONAL OR OTHER HIRING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION
Bachelor’s degree with higher education experience or associate degree with related experience in higher education, academic policies, and external reporting processes. Experience with Jenzabar, InfoMaker, Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and document imaging software are strongly preferred. Strong oral and written skills are required. Also strongly preferred are the ability to respond to urgent situations, prioritize work, and complete assignments independently. Knowledge of FERPA and other higher education federal and state regulations preferred.

APPLICATION
Review of applications will begin soon and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should send a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without the candidate’s approval. The successful candidate must submit to a background check and submit all official transcripts before beginning employment. Electronic application materials should be emailed to the Office of Human Resources at human.resources@newberry.edu. Please include “Office Manager – Office of the Registrar” in the subject line.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position (Success Coach: Career Services and Academic Success) is under the supervision of the Director of The Office of Career and the Assistant Dean of Center for Student Success. The position will be split between the areas of Career Services and Center for Student Success- Academic Success & Student Retention. Newberry College is seeking a Career Coach to provide support and guidance to all students regarding the development and implementation of activities related to career services, including employer outreach/relations, event planning and facilitation (workshops, presentations, and career fairs), record and data management, and individual career support and guidance.  

JOB FUNCTIONS
Career Success Coach (50% of position)

• Assist with individual student appointments and classroom presentations (including Col 102 career exploration), and campus career workshops.
• Design and lead at least one medium size intensive workshop per semester such as mock interviews and etiquette lunch, mocktails, and networking events.
• Assist with large scale career/grad school fairs.
• Manage and promote the career clothing closet.
• Assist with Final Destination Survey follow up outreach.
• Manage social media presence/accounts and complete a social media content assessment and improvement plan.

Academic Success Coach (50% of position)

• Provides academic assistance and advising to a select group of students (populations vary-undeclared, academic at risk, first year students, etc.)
• Manages a caseload of assigned students, providing them with academic assistance; monitors students; academic progress, and works closely and collaboratively with coaches, faculty, and staff to develop needed interventions to ensure their academic success.
• Provides academic assistance and advising to a select group of students (populations vary- undeclared, academic at risk, first year students, etc...)
• Manages a caseload of assigned students, providing them with academic assistance; monitors students’ academic progress, and works closely and collaboratively with coaches, faculty, and staff to develop needed interventions to ensure their academic success.
• Outreach assigned students as needed – based on current targeted initiative/program- calling, texting, emailing students until desired messaging is received.
• Develop, coordinate, implement, and monitor academic plans for assigned students- including regular scheduled meetings and providing appropriate academic assistance.
• Initiates and coordinates creative student success programs and services to better meet the needs of students, which may include campus tutoring, programs to support first generation and undecided students, peer mentoring, athletic enrichment, etc.
• Responds to student issues and concerns; works closely with students to resolve all issues to ensure ongoing satisfaction with the program and successful progress to completion.
• Provides regular updates to Assistant Dean concerning retention risks and intervention support, and effective solutions where appropriate.  
• Teaches the first-year seminar course and/or academic skills class as requested by Assistant Dean.
• Serve as primary contact person for Academically Ineligible Students – working with Associate Dean of Academic Affairs.
• Attend CSS staff meetings, SIT, RAG, and assist with AORI, as needed.
• Member of a dynamic staff who works collaboratively with campus partners to develop programs, interventions and strategic initiatives to promote student success and persistence.  
• Other duties as assigned by Director of The Office of Career and the Assistant Dean of Center for Student Success.

EDUCATIONAL OR OTHER HIRING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION
Bachelor’s degree required, however a Master’s degree in counseling, education, student development or a field in higher education HIGHLY preferred. Two years of related higher education experience.
Minimum of two years’ experience in programming and presenting workshops/teaching. Demonstrated success in working with diverse populations. Must be able to work independently, as part of a team, and to lead others. Must be articulate and able to present well in writing, verbally, and via technology. Global Career Development Facilitator Certified (preferred).

• Knowledge, Skills, and Personal Characteristics
• Knowledge of student development theories/practices and best practices related to student success, retention and persistence.
• Counseling, advising, mentoring skills.
• Interpersonal and personal development skills.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to work independently on projects.
• Ability to relate effectively and work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and the public.
• Ability to take initiative to plan, implement and assess programs.
• Excellent organizational skills including the ability to prioritize and perform a variety of projects and assignments simultaneously and in a timely manner whether in the office or traveling.
• Operate effectively in both independent and team environments.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (oral and written) in both individual and group settings.
• Work independently at a high-pace and in a highly accountable office.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

APPLICATION
Application review will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate is selected. Candidates should submit: Cover letter expressing interest in the position, resume, and list of three professional reference via email to human.resources@newberry.edu with the Subject Line: Career Service and Academic Success Coach.