Opening at St. Joseph's College

There is a Full-time Tenure Track faculty position open at St. Joseph’s College, Patchogue, L.I., NY

Faculty: Full-time Tenure Track
Institution: St. Joseph’s College, Patchogue, LI., NY Campus
Department: Recreation and Leisure Studies
Posted: October 11, 2011
Application due: Open until filled- Review of applications will begin February 1, 2012

The Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies at St. Joseph’s College invites applications for a Tenure Track position in Therapeutic Recreation and Leisure Services Management beginning August 2012. The Department is interested in candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic program through their teaching, research, and service. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits include college retirement, medical and life insurance plans.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Full time tenure track position to teach courses in the area of Therapeutic Recreation and Leisure Services Management;

Provide academic advising to undergraduate students in Recreation and Leisure Studies

Assist in the coordination and build upon the current internship program

Moderate the Recreation Club

Participate in department and campus-wide service activities

ACADMENIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

Doctoral degree (ABD & Masters considered) with at least one graduate degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies

Must possess current C.T.R.S. certification and be eligible for renewal

Demonstrated excellence in teaching

Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and professional practitioners

Demonstrated knowledge of COAPRT-NRPA accreditation requirements; and

Active participation in professional societies

APPLICATION INFORMATION

A complete application will include the following: Cover Letter, Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Three letters of reference, Official transcripts of earned degrees, and a completed St. Joseph’s College application, which can be downloaded from St. Joseph’s College website.

Contact and Application Information:
Karen Cahill
St. Joseph’s College
155 W. Roe Blvd.
Patchogue, NY 11772
kcahill@sjcny.edu