Employment

At LaGrange College, you'll find faculty and staff committed to providing the very best educational experience. But more than that, you'll find a caring and supportive community.

If you'd like to join our family, browse the current open positions below.

LaGrange College does not discriminate against any applicant or student on the basis of race, age, sex, religion, national origin,  disability or veteran status.

Assistant Professor, Department of Exercise Science

General Statement of Duties: Full-time, tenure-track position (assistant professor), to teach a range of courses leading to the BS degree in Exercise Science with concentrations in allied health and fitness/wellness. Potential courses to teach may include but are not limited to: biomechanics, motor behavior/control, applied exercise anatomy and introduction to exercise science.

Duties and Responsibilities:
1.  To teach a total of 24 hours per fiscal year primarily in the major.
2. To supervise internships.
3. To provide student assistance including academic advising.
4. To attend college functions, including commencement; convocation; and faculty, committee and departmental meetings.
5. To participate in scheduled orientation and registration programs.
6. To continue scholarship and professional activities.
7. To help refine new degree curriculum and to recruit students.

Minimum Qualifications:
1. Earned doctorate in Exercise Science or related discipline (ABD considered).
2. Ability to integrate appropriate technology and software in teaching.
3. Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, demonstrated teaching experience appropriate to the level of appointment, and evidence of scholarly/creative activity.
4. Ability to work effectively with a diverse student body.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of higher education environment and of current student development theory and research.
2. Ability to assist in the continued development of a new program.
3. Excellent oral and written communication skills
4. Strong organizational and people leadership skills and the ability to effectively interact with a diverse group of students, staff, faculty, alumni, donors, industry partners, and community.

To apply, please submit a letter of interest, a CV, copies of unofficial transcripts, and three letters of reference electronically to Dawn Coker, Director of Human Resources, dcoker@lagrange.edu, by 15 June 2013.

Assistant Professor of Nursing

General Statement of Duties:  Non-Tenure-track, nine-month teaching position for candidate with a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, clinical expertise, and the ability to work effectively in teams.  Will be required to apply baccalaureate-level teaching experience and a genuine interest in the environment of a liberal arts college in performing the position duties and responsibilities:

• Teaching in the classroom and clinical areas, including all activities related to the educational process.
• Development of innovative, participative learning activities.
• Participation in nursing program and course planning, development, and evaluation; in other program related events; in College committees and other activities.
• Student advisement in the formal academic advisement process and with students who have special learning needs.
• Defining and implementing service activities within the College and/or the community.
• Maintenance of clinical expertise.
• Maintenance of current knowledge related to nursing practice and nursing education.

• To attend college functions, including commencement; convocation; and faculty, committee and departmental meetings.
• To participate in scheduled orientation and registration programs.

• Participation in individual and/or group scholarly activities.
• Participation in professional organization(s).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in nursing, with an earned doctorate preferred.
• Experience and/or other evidence of competence in one or more areas of clinical nursing practice.
• Teaching experience at the baccalaureate level is preferred and may be required.
• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Georgia.
• Evidence of past participation and continuing interest in scholarly activities relating to the nursing profession.
• Commitment to cooperative and collegial working relationships.
• Evidence of past participation and continuing interest in professional organizations.

To apply electronically, please submit a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, transcripts of all college work, and three letters of reference to dcoker@lagrange.edu

Technology Applications Assistant

LaGrange College is seeking a Library Technology Applications Assistant . The position is a two-year, part-time (24 hr/week) appointment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone studying information science to gain experience in an academic setting while pursuing a graduate degree.

Minimum Qualifications:
B.A. or B.S. degree and currently enrolled or accepted in a master's program in library science, information science, or instructional systems technology. Experience working in a library and knowledge of A/V equipment and media-file formats is a plus. Strong computer skills and training or experience integrating technology applications in learning environments are essential. 

Job responsibilities may include:

• Facilitating advanced technology applications such as video conferencing, lecture capture, class response systems, and the use of SMART board or SYMPODIUM systems.
• Assisting librarians with library instruction for Freshman Cornerstone Classes.
• Managing the technology-reservations calendar.
• Training faculty and students in use of advanced technology systems and their integration into the classroom learning experience.
• Collaborating with librarians to produce LibGuides (Research Guides) for various topics.
• Assisting students with information needs at the Reference Desk and/or at the Circulation &Reserves Desk.
• Producing statistics on resource uses and creating marketing materials.
• Maintaining and updating equipment and software.

Other responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with collection development projects.
• Advising and assisting with redesign of the library home page.
• Collaborating with librarians on special projects.

Occasional nights or weekends may be required, but a flexible schedule four days per week would be the expected norm. The position begins mid-July or early-August and the hourly rate of pay is $15.00 per hour. 

Located one hour southwest of Atlanta, LaGrange College is a four-year liberal arts and sciences college offering 54 academic, pre-professional, and professional programs. Home to more than 1,000 students and affiliated with the United Methodist Church, the College is ranked regionally in the top 10 as one of three "up and coming" schools among Southern comprehensive colleges by U.S. News and World Report.

To Apply:
To apply electronically, please submit a resume to dcoker@lagrange.edu or you may apply by mail: 
Dawn Coker
Human Resources
LaGrange College
601 Broad Street                                  
LaGrange, GA  30240

LaGrange College is an equal opportunity employer. Persons applying to LaGrange College for employment will be required to satisfactorily complete a background screening process.

Major Gift Officer

Job Duties:
The primary responsibilities of the Major Gift Officer will be the cultivation and solicitation of alumni and friends for their annual support to LaGrange College while managing a portfolio of 150 prospects.
Other duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Complete 150 face-to-face visits per year based on assigned portfolio of donors and departmental priorities, with primary responsibility for soliciting, renewing and upgrading gifts to the LaGrange College Fund. 
• Serve as the Development liaison for the Panther Club.  
• Develop and carry out action plans for cultivating and soliciting donors and prospects. 
• Identify potential planned and major gift donors and work collaboratively with appropriate colleagues to maximize support for the College.
• Carry out programmatic responsibilities as assigned; identify, recruit and support volunteers as required by specific assignments. 
• Complete documentation requirements of the position including correspondence, contact and call reports, expense reports and reimbursements, accurately and in a timely fashion.
• Participate actively in all required and requested meetings, openly contributing ideas and suggestions to strengthen the LaGrange College development program.
• As required, participate in cultivation and other events, including Homecoming.  Such additional work may include evenings and weekends. 
• Assist colleagues in other duties as assigned to meet the challenges and opportunities of LaGrange College's development goals. 
• Demonstrate fiscal responsibility and thoughtful planning in the use and care of all College resources, including staff and student time, funds budgeted for travel, telephone, events or other activities, property such as vehicles, computer, cell phones, etc.
• Participate in appropriate professional development activities as suggested, including regular participation in campus and community activities that will enhance donor contacts. 

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of three years of higher education fundraising experience, to include demonstrated success in soliciting and closing major gifts is preferred; or the equivalent combination or experience, training and/or education as approved by Human Resources. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to understand the needs and interests of leadership and major gift donors for the purpose of developing strong, enduring  relationships for the College; interest  in all aspects of education and a dedication to promoting the College's fundraising priorities through development of excellent relationships with faculty, staff, alumni, senior academic leaders, trustees, volunteers and the external relations team.

Knowledgeable on all planned giving vehicles and regularly updates knowledge through professional development seminars.  Develop and maintain current understanding of relevant tax, probate, trust and financial/estate planning information and of the College's programs, plans and staff members

Strong organizational and time management skills and ability to determine priorities

Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills

Personal demonstrated traits of integrity, discretion, patience, persistence, good judgment and strong sense of self

Extensive travel (up to 50%) is required, to include driving car on extended trips with significant daily mileage

Valid driver's license and good driving record required and may need to use personal car on occasion

Strong computer skills to include ability to use Internet, make travel arrangements online, use of e-mail for communications; ability to navigate in Raiser's Edge software; ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint  to record call/contact report data; and, the ability to use cell phone and institution's phone/voice mail system. 

The job profile document is intended to be generic in nature.  It is not intended to specify all duties and responsibilities of any particular position.  Additional job functions and the need to work a flexible work schedule may vary based on specific requirements of the department and the College.

To apply electronically, please submit a resume to dcoker@lagrange.edu or you may apply by mail: 

Dawn Coker Human Resources
LaGrange College
601 Broad Street
LaGrange, GA  30240
LaGrange College is an equal opportunity employer. Persons applying to LaGrange College for employment will be required to satisfactorily complete a background screening process.

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Full-time 10-month position)

Job Duties:
The Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for assisting the supervision and coordination of LaGrange College' s overall sports medicine program; to include but not limited to, injury prevention, evaluation, management and treatment of athletic injuries, short and long-term rehabilitation of athletic injuries, education, and counseling of student-athletes. The Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for assisting in athletic related health care administration in consultation with and under the supervision of the head athletic trainer, team physician(s) and other qualified medical personnel. The Assistant Athletic Trainer is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by LaGrange College, its athletic conference affiliates, and NCAA Division III rules and regulations. This is a full time, ten-month position.

Duties will include, but not limited to:

• Assist in scheduling and administration of student-athlete pre participation physical exams
• Prevention of athletic injuries and illnesses
• Evaluation of athletic injuries
• Treatment of athletic injuries
• Provide counseling and education to student athletes, coaches, and parents dealing with athletic injuries
• Report status of student athlete injuries to head athletic trainer and coaching staff
• Athletic training administrative duties: assist head athletic trainer with compilation, input, organization, and maintenance of medical records for student-athletes
• Assist head athletic trainer with inventory, bidding, ordering, receiving, and maintenance of all athletic training room supplies and equipment
• Assist with coordination and scheduling of medical coverage for home and away competitions
• Supervision, education and recruitment of student assistant workers (work study)
• Record keeping and documentation
• Enforce code of conduct and rules for athletic training facilities and equipment
• Follow emergency action plan for athletic teams in conjunction with team physicians, area emergency medical services, and local hospitals
• Work with doctors and other allied health professionals to deliver care to student athletes
• Share in responsibility of athletic training room maintenance and upkeep
• Maintain department's certification and license requirements of NATABOC and the State of Georgia
• Complete and/or assist with various tasks or projects that may be assigned by head athletic trainer or athletic director

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Athletic Training or an accredited educational program by the NATA-BOC. Master's degree preferred.  Certification by BOC and licensed, or eligible for license, to practice as an Athletic Trainer in the state of Georgia.  Licensure, certification and/or registration with National Athletic Trainers Association. First Aid/CPR/AED training required.   Knowledge and experience in the administration of a variety of assessment tools, treatment plans and equipment.  Previous experience in collegiate health care setting preferred.  Valid driver's license required for travel to satellite locations in the immediate area.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge: Must possess a general knowledge of the principles and practices of Athletic Training including conditioning and injury prevention, as well as injury assessment and rehabilitation; the full range of therapeutic modalities and their practical use and physiological basis; other therapeutic preventions and treatments such as taping, bracing, and massage; effective use of rehabilitation and exercise equipment; rules, regulations and guidelines established by LaGrange College and NCAA pertaining to student athletes, their training, sports medicine care, and health and safety; Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) standards for handling Blood Borne Pathogens; maintaining medical records, including Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards; and following insurance procedures.

Skills and Abilities: Must be able to effectively assess and evaluate injuries and their severity; develop conditioning and rehabilitation programs and manage and treat injuries; use the full range of appropriate therapeutic modalities and treatments and rehabilitation and exercise equipment to treat and prevent injuries; determine the appropriate referrals for athletes to other heath care professionals; recognize life threatening situations and administer the appropriate emergency aid; use a computer to perform medical, insurance and other record keeping functions; and work in an environment with competing priorities. In addition, must possess strong interpersonal and communications skills to develop effective working relationships with athletes and to serve as a liaison among athletes, coaching staff, parents, physicians and other healthcare professionals.
To apply electronically, please submit a resume to dcoker@lagrange.edu or you may apply by mail: 

Dawn Coker
Human Resources
LaGrange College
601 Broad Street                                  
LaGrange, GA  30240

LaGrange College is an equal opportunity employer. Persons applying to LaGrange College for employment will be required to satisfactorily complete a background screening process.