Employment Opportunities

Founded in 1926, Southern Vermont College offers a liberal arts education with 22 academic degree programs for approximately 500 students. Southern Vermont College recognizes the importance of educating students for the workplace of the twenty-first century and for lives as successful leaders in their communities. The College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

Southern Vermont College is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to excellence through diversity.

Note: We try to conserve paper; e-mail submissions are preferred.

The following positions are available at the College:

Administration

Faculty

Staff

Upward Bound

Assistant Director of Campus Safety (Full-time)

Under the direction of the Director, the Assistant Director of Campus Safety works to establish safety protocols, policy and operational standards. He or she assumes the responsibilities of the Director of Campus Safety in that person’s absence. Patrols campus buildings and grounds; responds to College emergencies and other calls for service, as well as supervises full-time and part-time campus safety staff. This position investigates and prepares written reports on all types of incidents, and reviews the reports of subordinates and assumes responsibility for follow-up when necessary. This position is expected to work a flexible assignment to include nights and weekends, as well as the availability for emergency call outs. 

Must possess a valid driver's license and be insurable under College guidelines to operate College-owned vehicles;

Must maintain certification in Basic First Aid/CPR;

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, a pleasant disposition and an ability to communicate with diplomacy and tact in sensitive situations;

Strong written communication skills;

Ability to maintain confidential information;

Ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently; Ability to handle multiple, simultaneous responsibilities in sometimes stressful situations.


Minimum Qualifications: 
Experience: Previous security and/or law enforcement experience required. Previous experience in a residential campus setting, as well as previous supervisory experience preferred. Experience in the development and implementation of security, safety and disaster preparedness and response plans desirable.

Education: Equivalent to the completion of an Associate in Science degree in Criminal Justice or a related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Coursework or training in supervision is desirable. 

To apply, send a letter of application, current resume, and the names and phone numbers of three references to Ethan Kipnes, Director of Campus Safety , Southern Vermont College, by e-mail to jobs@svc.edu. We try to conserve paper; e-mail submissions are preferred. Southern Vermont College is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to excellence through diversity.

 

Athletic Director

Southern Vermont College seeks candidates for the position of Athletic Director. The Athletic Director (AD), a full-time, twelve-month position, provides overall leadership for the athletics program at Southern Vermont College, a NCAA Division III college. Southern Vermont College is a charter member of the New England Collegiate Conference, and sponsors 10 NCAA sports. A large percentage of the SVC student population participates in athletics. 

The AD responsibilities include maintaining the quality and integrity of athletic programs; ensuring compliance with NCAA, conference and campus policies; supervising coaching and athletic support staff; managing fiscal resources of the department; and promoting the growth and development of the athletic department. 

The Athletic Director oversees the day-to-day operations of the department and is expected to maintain a constant commitment to athletic and academic excellence. Reporting to the College president, the AD must be a team player who works cooperatively with the Senior Leadership Team and other on- and off-campus constituencies.

The Athletic Director is expected to:

Possess strong knowledge of coaching, recruiting, fund raising, personnel management and fiscal facilities management;

Maintain a commitment to academic excellence, sportsmanship and competitive achievement;

Play an instrumental role in attracting and retaining students;

Plan and direct all department activities as well as oversee personnel administration and professional development of staff;

Plan, monitor and maintain departmental budgets;

Develop and implement strategies to increase financial support for the athletics program through marketing and promotion of the athletic department;
Serve on various departmental and College committees. 

Requirements:

A bachelor’s degree is required, master’s preferred. The successful candidate will have experience in sports administration or a relevant field with at least 5 years progressively responsible experience in higher education; knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations and hands-on experience with NCAA Division III compliance. We seek someone with proven ability in strategic planning, public relations skills and leadership.

Position to start August 1, 2010, or August 1, 2011. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  

To apply, send a letter of application, current resume, and the names and phone numbers of three references to Sue Metzner, Director of Human Resources, Southern Vermont College, 982 Mansion Drive, Bennington, VT 05201, or by e-mail to jobs@svc.edu,. We try to conserve paper; e-mail submissions are preferred. Southern Vermont College is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to excellence through diversity.

 

Chair of the Division of Nursing

The Chair of the Division of Nursing is responsible for the overall administration and development of two Nursing programs, ADN and BSN. The Chair has direct responsibility for the BSN program; the Chair works with the Director of the ADN program to ensure excellence at that level. The Chair reports directly to the Provost, represents the Nursing division in matters of College governance, and serves as a liaison with the larger healthcare community. 

A doctoral degree in Nursing or an appropriate discipline is required. The position requires a minimum of three years as a full-time faculty member in a nursing education program and current licensure or eligibility for licensure to practice in the state of Vermont. Experience including clinical practice, accreditation, assessment, faculty development and curriculum development is desirable. A record of service and professional development is also desirable. The Chair needs to possess the skill to engage in creative programmatic development, with opportunities to explore programmatic expansion and innovative pedagogies and technologies.

The College 
Southern Vermont College is a private college of the liberal arts and sciences, offering 22 degree programs and  seeking to create a sustainable model for affordable, private higher education in America. The Nursing programs are the largest at SVC, and our goal is to continue that growth. Our Nursing programs are also among the most innovative at the College, demonstrating praxis through the use of a brand new Simulation Laboratory (see http://www.svc.edu/academics/simulation_learning.html) and offering many baccalaureate courses online.

To apply
Application review will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Send curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, and contact information for three current references to Nursing Search Committee, c/o Sue Metzner, Director of Human Resources, jobs@svc.edu or 982 Mansion Drive, Bennington, VT 05201-6002.

Director of the Associate's Degree in Nursing

Reporting to the Chair of the Division of Nursing, the Director has direct responsibility for the Associate’s Degree in Nursing. 

A master’s degree in Nursing is required; a doctoral degree is preferred. The position requires a minimum of three years as a full-time faculty member in a nursing education program and current licensure or eligibility for licensure to practice in the state of Vermont. Experience including clinical practice, faculty development and curriculum development is desirable.

The College 
Southern Vermont College is a private college of the liberal arts and sciences, offering 22 degree programs and seeking to create a sustainable model for affordable, private higher education in America. The Nursing programs are the largest at SVC, and our goal is to continue that growth. Our Nursing programs are also among the most innovative at the College, demonstrating praxis through the use of a brand new Simulation Laboratory (see http://www.svc.edu/academics/simulation_learning.html) and offering many baccalaureate courses online.

To apply
jobs@svc.edu or 982 Mansion Drive, Bennington, VT 05201. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Send curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, and contact information for three current references to Nursing Search Committee, c/o Sue Metzner, Director of Human Resources, jobs@svc.edu or 982 Mansion Drive, Bennington, VT 05201-6002.

Visiting Part-Time Professor in Anatomy and Physiology

Southern Vermont College is seeking a local innovative science educator to partner with us in an experiment. We would like to offer an Anatomy and Physiology course to a cohort of pre-nursing students taught in a non-traditional fashion to explore whether alternative teaching methods result in improved learning and scores. We have some ideas about the methods that could be employed, but we are interested in yours as well. 

This assignment would encompass two semesters and a summer term, beginning Fall 2010. Interested candidates should possess a Ph.D., M.D. or the equivalent and experience teaching at the college level. 

View the flyer on SVC's Anatomy & Physiology I Pilot Program: http://www.svc.edu/academics/anatomy-physiology.pdf

If you are interested in engaging with us in this experimental program, please contact Sue Metzner, Director of Human Resources, at smetzner@svc.edu, for further information.

Web Content Coordinator/Web Master (Part-time, approx. 20 hours per week)

Southern Vermont College in Bennington seeks a part-time, in- house, creative and deadline-oriented Web Content Coordinator, to be responsible for maintaining and advancing the College’s Web site with updated content, innovative graphic and multi-media components and working with outside technicians when needed. 

The preferred candidate will have a degree in Web development, Web design or a related field, with some internship or professional experience in Web content management, design, development and maintenance of Web sites. Some writing experience is helpful. 

Candidate must have:

-        firm grasp of Web technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript and PHP.

-        Familiarity with MySQL Database management.

-        An understanding of Online Content Management Systems (CMS) with experience in Neptune Content Management System preferred.

-        Familiarity with Flash, AJAX, and SEO techniques.

-        Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop.

-        Strong project management and organization skills with the ability to juggle multiple Web-based projects.-         

Desired but not required:

- Experience in Dreamweaver, Moodle, and with working with API’s such as Facebook, Twitter, Google and others. 

To apply, send a letter of application, current resume, and the names and phone numbers of three references, and work samples to Susan Biggs, Director of Communications, c/o jobs@svc.edu. Southern Vermont College is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to excellence through diversity. 

Campus Safety Officer (Full-time or Part-time)

Southern Vermont College has an immediate opening for a full-time or part-time Campus Safety Officer. Campus Safety Officers provide for the safety and well being of Southern Vermont College students, faculty, staff and property through enforcement of College policies and procedures. They are expected to preserve peace through conspicuous patrol, respond to calls for assistance including emergency and crisis situations, and provide other safety-related services. The Campus Safety Officers patrol assigned areas, provide initial response to emergencies and complete initial investigations to determine disposition and complete written reports and logs relating to on-campus activity.  

Requirements: 

  • High school graduate;
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and be insurable under College guidelines to operate College-owned vehicles;
  • Must maintain certification in Basic First Aid/CPR;
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, a pleasant disposition and an ability to communicate with diplomacy and tact in sensitive situations;
  • Strong written communication skills;
  • Ability to maintain confidential information;
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently;
  • Ability to handle multiple, simultaneous responsibilities in sometimes stressful situations; and
  • Ability and willingness to work a wide variety of shifts including late night/early morning hours and weekends. 

Mail, fax (802-447-4695), or e-mail jobs@svc.edu a letter of interest and current resume, or apply in person. Sue Metzner, Director of Human Resources, Room 200, Southern Vermont College, 982 Mansion Drive, Bennington, VT 05201-6002. Southern Vermont College is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to excellence through diversity.

Head Men's and Women's Cross Country Coach

Southern Vermont College seeks a head coach to oversee all aspects of the NCAA Division III Men’s and Women’s Cross Country programs, including coaching, student recruitment and development, contest scheduling, budget management, compliance with NCAA, conference, and College rules and regulations, student-athlete academic achievement, and other duties assigned by the Athletic Director. Additionally, the incumbent must be able to organize and run a cross country invitational. Also important are to maintain collaborative working relationships with administrators and coaches in the department, other college offices, and appropriate relationships with members of the media, donors and other individuals interested in the Cross Country program. This is a full-time, 10-month position to begin August 1st.

Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree required, Master's Degree preferred.
* Previous, successful cross country coaching experience at the high school or college level; college level preferred.
* Experience organizing and running a cross country meet.
* NCAA compliance oversight desired.
* Strong interpersonal skills with ability to effectively communicate with a diverse community of students, faculty, coaches, administrators and staff.
* Ability to represent the Department and the College to off-campus constituencies, including alumni, friends, corporate partners and donors.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion.
* Strong organizational skills with ability to handle multiple, competing tasks and priorities.
* Team-oriented individual with ability to take initiative.
* Proficiency with word-processing software and database management.
* Valid CPR / AED and first aid certifications and valid driver's license are also required

Send letter of application, resume, and names, addresses and phone numbers of three references to: Dr. Christina Cruz, Director of Athletics, via e-mail at ccruz@svc.edu. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.




Tutors

Now accepting applications for the fall of 2010-2011 School Year 

Employment begins in September 2010

*Training will be held one week prior to the start of the academic school year 

Position(s): Tutors-Advisor for High School students in MA, VT and NY; all subject areas.                  

Target Schools: Arlington Memorial School (VT); Berlin Central (VT); Burr and Burton Academy (VT); Mount Anthony Union High School (VT);  Mount Greylock (MA); Cambridge Central School,  Hoosick Valley Central, Hoosick Falls Central School and Salem Central (NY).  

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicant must have a high energy level and be able to communicate effectively with 9th-12th grade students. Undergraduate or graduate students having an overall GPA of 3.0 in the subject area to be tutored. Junior or higher in college with a 3.0 GPA; degree preferred. Must have reliable transportation and must be flexible. 

Experienced with working with youth at risk and willing to be creative to encourage students to perform academically. 

Hours: Tutoring takes place after school at selected schools in New York, Vermont and Massachusetts. 

Pay: Up to $15/hr. based on education and experience; Reimbursement for travel time, reporting time, monthly meeting and mileage. 

Submit curriculum vitae/ resume to: 

E-mail: lharris@svc.edu, Office #: 802-447-4665, Fax #: 802-447-4652