Associate Instructor

University of Utah, United States

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Location: Salt Lake City, UTAH
Job Type: FullTime
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Associate Instructor
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
To apply, please upload your CV and the application materials as **one combined PDF document** which includes the following:
1.      A letter of application in which you describe your fit to the position relative to the qualifications listed in this advertisement, including scholarly program and publications
2.      A curriculum vitae that includes a list of publications, and a description of teaching experience and interests 
3.      A statement addressing how your past and/or potential contributions to social justice, diversity, equity and/or inclusion will advance U of U’s commitment to inclusive excellence (max 2 single-spaced pages)
4.      The names and contact information of three professional references (name, title, affiliation, phone number, email address)
Other materials may be requested of those selected for interviews.
Please contact Interim Department Chair, Dr. Dorothy Schmalz with questions. 
Announcement


Open Date 07/19/2021
Requisition Number PRN27006B
Job Title Associate Instructor
Working Title Associate Instructor
Job Grade A00
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
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 $36,000 to $55,000
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
One-Year (nine month) Instructor
The Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism in the College of Health at the University of Utah is pleased to announce a nine-month instructor appointment for the 2021-22 academic year. 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 appointment will begin August 16, 2021 and go through May 15, 2022. *
 
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. Preference will be given to individuals with skills in financial and personnel management, facilities, and sustainability. 
 
Potential applicants should visit our website to 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 vision Department and within the College of Health .
 
The Department and University believe that a diverse faculty benefits and enriches the educational experiences of the entire campus and greater community. Our faculty and staff are committed to removing barriers that have been traditionally encountered by individuals from underrepresented groups; strive to recruit faculty who will further enhance our diversity; and make every attempt to support their academic, professional, and personal success. 
 
Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism at the University of Utah
As a Department , 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 Health is among the largest of the colleges and schools at the University with 2,500 undergraduates and 600 graduate students. Degree options include 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 the clinical and research missions of University of Utah Health and high impact educational practices on the main campus. 
 
The University of Utah
The University of Utah is an R1 (Doctoral – very high research activity) institution as ranked by the Carnegie Classification and an AAU member 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
Utah is 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 City is 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.
Salary: Commensurate with education and experience
Preferred Starting Date: August 16, 2021
Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position will be teaching core classes including but not exclusive to introductory and mid-level courses in parks, recreation, and tourism, with a preference on financial, personnel, and facility management and sustainability. Additionally, this person may be asked to represent the Department on College and University committees depending on the skills and interests of the individual, and service needs. 
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: M.S. and academic preparation in parks, recreation, tourism or a closely related discipline required.  
Preferences
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
To apply, please upload your CV and the application materials as one combined PDF document which includes the following:
1.      A letter of application in which you describe your fit to the position relative to the qualifications listed in this advertisement, including scholarly program and publications
2.      A curriculum vitae that includes a list of publications, and a description of teaching experience and interests 
3.      A statement addressing how your past and/or potential contributions to social justice, diversity, equity and/or inclusion will advance U of U’s commitment to inclusive excellence (max 2 single-spaced pages)
4.      The names and contact information of three professional references (name, title, affiliation, phone number, email address)
Other materials may be requested of those selected for interviews.
Please contact Interim Department Chair, Dr. Dorothy Schmalz with questions. 
Additional Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are 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:
Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)
135 Park Building
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
[email protected]
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
To inquire about this posting, email: [email protected] or call 801-581-2300.
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.

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  • Curriculum Vitae
    • Optional Documents
  • Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
  • Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169

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