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.

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Area Manager, Student Engagement, Residential Education & Housing    

Overview:
In what could be one of the most beneficial and impactful career opportunities in student affairs available, LaGrange College is currently accepting applications for two newly created Area Manager positions on campus.  This year, student affairs at the College is undergoing significant growth to assist the campus meet its mission of transforming the lives of its students.  With a new name to stress the importance of positively influencing the lives of students, the Division of Student Engagement, and a new dean, Dr. Marc H. Shook, the College is launching a completely new residence life structure.  A rare career opportunity, the two new Area Managers will have the opportunity to assist the new Director of Residential Education & Housing build a comprehensive, unique, and impactful residential living community from the ground up.  In addition to the professional growth afforded through the residence life component of these positions, the Area Managers will be able to expand their expertise and experience in the field by completing a collateral assignment in another student affairs role on campus.  This is an ideal position for new professionals seeking to expand and diversify their skills; energetic and motivated candidates are encouraged to apply for this unique opportunity.  The Area Manager role is a 12-month, live-on position that includes a competitive salary, excellent benefit package, as well as free campus apartment and meal plan.  LaGrange College, the oldest private institution in Georgia founded in 1831, is a vibrant, student-centered liberal arts institution located in beautiful LaGrange, Georgia (45 minutes South of the Atlanta International Airport and within an hour of Auburn, Alabama).

Job Duties:

• Support the Director in providing primary oversight and leadership for the Office of Residential Education & Housing in a manner that supports the mission of the Division of Student Engagement and the college.
• Provide direct supervision and management to residential staff within assigned campus area; including, but not limited to, facilitating weekly staff meetings, conducting regular one-on-one meetings with Senior RAs and RAs, and maintaining accurate staff files.
• Assist the Director with the selection and training for all residential staff and ensuring that the functions of residential staff are understood, aligned, and integrated with the mission of the Division of Student Engagement and the College.
• Within assigned campus area, oversee the implementation of a comprehensive programming model that complements in-class learning, fosters interpersonal development, and encourages greater commitment to the College; monitor, track, and support the individual programming responsibilities of residential staff.
• Within assigned campus area, coordinate communication with external units regarding building services, custodial services, fire/life safety requirements, as well as maintenance requests, and oversee the monitoring, reporting, and follow up functions for these initiatives within the residential community.
• Within assigned campus area, support the Director in overseeing the administrative functions of the Office, including, but not limited to, room assignments, room changes, move in/out procedures, damage assessments, health/safety inspections, fire drills, incident reporting, assessment activities, policy review, budgetary oversight, publicity/advertising, and building tours.
• Assist the Director in overseeing the on-call duty rotation for residential staff within the assigned campus area and participate in the professional on-call duty schedule that includes evening and weekend coverage; respond to crisis and emergency situations as needed; maintain a presence in the halls and make rounds of residential facilities on a regular basis.
• Help oversee the implementation of new initiatives within the Department of Residential Education & Housing that includes a summer conferences program, living-learning communities, and a residence hall association, and provide direct support/oversight for such initiatives when launched.
• Provide leadership and direction for the development of interpersonal relationships with and among students in residential communities to ensure an inclusive, safe, secure, healthy living and learning environment through consistent interaction with students and maintaining a visible presence within the halls.
• Complete a collateral assignment of approximately 15 hours per week within the Division of Student Engagement (see below)
• Serve on various College committees and/or task forces as requested; support the Division of Student Engagement in the implementation of major campus events.
• As with all Division of Student Engagement employees, Area Managers are expected to engage in continual professional development by maintaining a knowledge of current literature, trends, and best practices in student affairs/higher education administration as well as conducting themselves in a professional manner that promotes the mission of the Division of Student Engagement and the College.

Collateral Assignment
As a means of best serving the College’s student population and providing an unparalleled opportunity for continual professional growth, Area Managers are required to oversee a specific function within the Division of Student Engagement portfolio on a yearly basis as part of a collateral assignment.  Although time may be adjusted based on the academic calendar, it is expected that the Area Manager will spend approximately 15 hours per week on the coordinate assignment.  The Associate Provost and Dean of Student Engagement issues the assignment on a yearly basis.  Candidates are invited to let the Department of Residential Education & Housing know which of the following areas they have a particular expertise and/or interest:

Greek Life
Orientation
Student Activities/Organizations
Community Service
Leadership Development
Multicultural Programming

Minimum Qualifications
Either a Bachelor’s degree and one year of direct professional residence life experience - or - Master’s degree in higher education, student affairs, public administration, counseling, law, or related field from an accredited institution and zero years of professional experience.  Previous experience directly supervising student staff in a college residential living environment preferred.  Previous experience working as a live-in student or professional residence life staff member at a four-year institution of higher education strongly preferred.  This position requires significant evening and weekend work. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Commitment to the mission of church affiliated liberal arts institutions like LaGrange College.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work evening and weekend hours.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to issues of diversity, inclusion, and social justice in the collegiate setting.
• Proven record of being able to utilize effective time management, organization, prioritization, and attention to detail while performing multiple duties, often under stress.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, interpersonal, written, as well as oral communication skills.
• Experience supervising residential student staff.
• Ability to foster relationships across campus and build collaborative programs with faculty.
• Demonstrated proficiency with current technology and social networking platforms to advertise programs that reach the student body.
• Demonstrated understanding of the connection between student affairs and the educational mission of the College.
• Proven record of innovative and strategic thinking as well as a passion for building and adapting programs to meet the changing needs of today’s students.

To apply, please submit electronically  a cover letter, CV/resume and the names and contact information for three references to Director of Human Resources at dcoker@lagrange.edu

Library Technology Applications Assistant
The position is a two-year, part-time, 12 –month position requiring an average work schedule of 20 hours per week.  Occasional nights or weekends may be required, but a flexible schedule four days per week would be the expected norm.  The position begins July 1, 2012 and the hourly rate of pay is $15.00 per hour.  This is an excellent opportunity for someone studying information science to gain "hands-on" 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 degree program in library science, information science, or instructional systems technology.  Experience working in a library setting 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.
• Maintaining the library's Facebook and Blog sites
• 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 courses & topics
• Assisting students with information needs at the Reference Desk and/or at the Circulation & Reserves Desk as may be required

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

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.  The college is a member of NCAA Division III, with 16 intercollegiate sports and more than 35% of undergraduate students engaged in athletic competition.

The LEED Certified "Silver" Lewis Library opened in 2009 and is located at the heart of the campus.  The collection of print and non-print cataloged items exceeds 365,000.  Major collections include The Archive of Americana and SABIN Americana.  Technologies include HD computer projectors and screens, desktop and laptop computers, a SMART SYMPODIUM, a SMART board, Blu-ray players, surround sound, microphones, ELMO document cameras, a book scanner, and a PolyCom video conferencing system.  The library subscribes to CampusGuides & Research Guides.

To Apply:  To apply, submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three references to dcoker@lagrange.edu . Deadline to apply is May 15, 2012.

Assistant Professor of Nursing
Job Duties:
Tenure-track nine-month teaching position with a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, clinical expertise, and the ability to work effectively in teams. Will 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 and in some cases required.
• 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 letter of reference to dcoker@lagrange.edu .

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.