Job Information
University of Utah Associate Instructor in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 02/16/2024
Requisition Number PRN37730B
Job Title Associate Instructor
Working Title Associate Instructor
Job Grade A00
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 32
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00198 - Parks Recreation and Tourism
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range Commensurate with education and experience
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
University of Utah, College of Health,
Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism
Associate Instructor
TheDepartment of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism( PRT ) in theCollege of Healthat theUniversity of Utahis pleased to announce a position for an Associate Instructor (Lecturer) for the 2024/25 academic year at 0.75 FTE (or 9-month equivalent). The Department is looking for a skilled educator, who will cover classes in the core curriculum and provide representation on Department, College, and University committees. This position will begin August 16, 2024.
The successful candidate will have experience in teaching core classes including but not exclusive to introductory and mid-level courses in parks, recreation, and tourism management. Individuals with expertise in hospitality management and/or outdoor recreation & resource management are also encouraged to apply. Service based responsibilities representing the Department on College and University committees may also be required.
Potential applicants should visit ourwebsiteto review our faculty expertise and existing undergraduate courses. In their letter of application, candidates should comment on their curricular skills and interests, and to the current Department productivity and structure. We are especially interested in hiring a colleague who complements our existing faculty and complements the mission and visionDepartmentand within theCollege of Health.
Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism at the University of Utah
As aDepartment, we envision a global community that values and celebrates parks, recreation, and tourism. To that end, we contribute to individual, community, and environmental health through education, research, and action informed by the preventive, developmental, and restorative properties of parks, recreation, and tourism. We create, share, and apply knowledge about parks, recreation, and tourism to inspire students, inform policy, serve social needs, promote sustainability, and advocate for the health of people, communities, and the environment. Our faculty and staff serve approximately 200 undergraduates, 15 MS, and 15 PhD students. We are a collegial community of creative and committed scholars and educators who all work collaboratively in teaching, scholarship and service. As a Department within the College of Health, we ascribe to the belief that what we do contributes to quality of life, health, and well-being.
College of Health
The College of Healthis among the largest of the colleges and schools at the University with 2,500 undergraduates and 600 graduate students.Degree optionsinclude 18 BA/BS degree emphases, 16 master’s degree programs, three clinical doctorates, and five PhD programs. This combination of graduate degrees, professional programs, and undergraduate majors uniquely positions the College to contribute to theclinicalandresearchmissions of University of Utah Health and high impact educational practices on the main campus.
The University of Utah
The University of Utahis an R1 (Doctoral – very high research activity) institution as ranked by theCarnegie Classificationand anAAUmember institution. Advancement requires combined excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.
As is the state’s flagship research institution, the University emphasizes exceptional scholarship, quality teaching, and professional service. It serves over 32,000 students from across the U.S. and the world with over 72 major subjects at the undergraduate level and more than 90 major fields of study at the graduate level, including law and medicine. The University of Utah is a vibrant, diverse, and secular university located in a beautiful setting on the shoulder of the Wasatch Front.
Utah and Salt Lake City
Utahis the West at its best – four distinct seasons, ready access to all outdoor activities including superb skiing at seven world-famous resorts just minutes from campus. Utah is home to five national parks and countless national, regional, state, and local recreation areas. The State is nationally recognized for excellence in entrepreneurship, economic growth, and outdoor recreational activities (skiing, hiking, climbing, etc.).
Salt Lake Cityis a vibrant, major metropolitan area with a diverse, multicultural population and numerous cultural and outdoor activities. It has been recognized as the best city to start a career and offers an abundance of activities/attractions that contribute to excellent quality of life in an affordable metropolitan area. The City features arts, culture, shopping, professional sports, major collegiate sports, and more. Spectacular outdoor settings and unmatched outdoor recreation opportunities are a short drive, bike ride, or walk away from campus.
Preferred Starting Date : August 16, 2024
Please contact Dr. Mary Wells orDr. Preston Tannerfor more information.
Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications : M.S. and academic preparation in parks, recreation, tourism or a closely related discipline required.
Preferences
Preference will be given to individuals with skills in financial and personnel management, facilities, and sustainability.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
To apply upload your application materials as one combined PDF document which includes the following:
A cover letter in which you describe your fit to the position relative to the qualifications listed in this advertisement. It may include scholarly program and publications, if applicable.
A curriculum vitae that includes a list of publications, and a description of teaching experience and interests.
The names and contact information of three professional references (name, title, affiliation, phone number, email address)
Consideration of applications will begin March 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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