Description

The College of Education at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) will establish and maintain a pool of Lecturers in the Student Affairs in Higher Education program from which future appointments to temporary, non-tenure track positions will be made. Appointments are part-time (less than 50% time) and will be made semester-by-semester.

Lecturers will teach Student Affairs in Higher Education classes. For example, Student Affairs Leadership, Leading Teams and Organizations, Social Foundations of Higher Education, College Student Development Theory, Counseling and Helping Skills in Higher Education, Legal and Ethical Issues in Higher Education, Budgeting and Finance in Student Affairs, Student Services Program Development and Evaluation, Research and Statistics, Diversity and Inclusiveness in Higher Education, Culturally Responsive Practices in Higher Education, Crisis Management and Response, and the Student Affairs Practicum/Internship. Generally, graduate classes meet in-person on-campus and undergraduate classes meet asynchronously online.

*Please note that we will contact qualified individuals as needed to teach classes. This posting is to create a pool of applicants*

**The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position**

Who We Are:

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado system and is home to over 9,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students. We have a strong focus in fueling student success by creating, using, and maintaining a multitude of different offices and programs. Overall, UCCS is constantly focused of preparing our students to have success in the future, and we understand that every single employee on our campus has a significant effect on that focus. Find more information about working at UCCS here: https://hr.uccs.edu/work-at-uccs.

The city, which was recently ranked as the number nine Best Places to Live by U.S. News & World Report in 2023, known as Olympic City USA, rests at the base of Pikes Peak, the inspiration for the song "America the Beautiful" and a must-see for residents and visitors alike. With a mild climate and 247 days of sunshine each year, the Springs boasts some of the state's best recreation opportunities. Find out more about living in Colorado Springs through the Visit Colorado Springs page.

Work Location: Determined by course modality (i.e., on-site if teaching an in-person course; remote if teaching an online course; or a combination of the two if teaching a hybrid course).

This position has been determined to be exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

What We Offer:

Salary Range: Generally starting at $3,000 per 3-credit hour course.

This position is eligible for paid sick leave. Information on benefits, including eligibility, is located at: http://www.cu.edu/employee-services.

Timeline:

• This pool will be open from May 2024 through July 31, 2024 in preparation for the Fall 2024 semester.

• This pool will be open from November 2024 through March 31, 2025 in preparation for the Spring and Summer 2025 semesters.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history check.

Applicants with disabilities: If you have a mental or physical impairment, which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations for testing or interviewing, it is your responsibility to notify the office scheduling the interview or test at least 3 working days before the interview or test date. If you need special accommodations at the work site, you must notify the appointing authority or Human Resources.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Student Affairs in Higher Education, Higher Education Administration, or a closely related field

• At least three years of professional experience in the specific course content area

• Available to teach in-person classes on campus or online asynchronous classes

Preferred Qualifications:

• A terminal degree (e.g., PhD, JD)

• Prior and relevant teaching experience

• Current engagement in professional development activities in the specific course content area

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move

• Employee is occasionally required to have long periods of sitting, moderate bending, and fine motor skills

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

UCCS is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, the University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation or political philosophy in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the Office of Human Resources at (719) 255-3372.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions and meet the physical and environment demands described satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical and environmental conditions required of the employee on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, physical and environmental demands.

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