University of Arkansas at Little Rock

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Type of Position:

Faculty - Tenure/Tenure Track

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

Counseling, Adult, & Rehabilitation Education

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Summary of Job Duties:

The Counseling Program Coordinator in the School of Counseling, Human Performance, and Rehabilitation is a 12-month tenure track position. The Program Coordinator is responsible for ensuring Counseling Program adherence to CACREP accreditation standards, which involves close collaboration with the director, comprehensive management of the accreditation process, and punctual completion of all necessary reporting. The Coordinator is responsible for keeping the curriculum content current and reflective of these standards while also teaching courses within the discipline. This position requires active engagement in scholarship appropriate to the faculty rank and contributing to service at the university, community, and professional levels. Additional responsibilities include managing inquiries about the program, overseeing admissions, supporting students through academic procedures, and monitoring their progress, including graduation audits. The Coordinator also plays a crucial role in guiding students with career planning, developing the program’s course schedule, assigning faculty, assessing program outcomes, and providing input on the annual budget. This position requires residency in the greater Little Rock area during employment. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

• Ph.D. in Mental Health or Rehabilitation Counseling or closely related field from a regionally accredited university (CACREP accredited strongly preferred);
• Licensed or Arkansas license-eligible in counseling specialty;
• Experience in the teaching of counseling and knowledge about mental health, rehabilitation, and school counseling;
• Experience with a learning management system (e.g., Blackboard).

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Experience in college/university teaching and student supervision;
• Experience teaching across various platforms, i.e. face-to-face, online, and/or hybrid;
• Demonstrated dedication to multicultural education and social justice (e.g., LGBTQ+, ethnic groups, social class, and disability status);
• Evidence of a commitment to working collegially;
• Training in specialty areas and teaching competency in areas that complement current faculty specialties as part of a multi-track large counseling program;
• Membership in ACA and ASCA;
• Established record of or potential for the accomplishment of conference presentations and publishing in journals and/or books.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with CACREP accreditation requirements in collaboration with director;
• Manage accreditation process and complete associated reporting requirements;
• Keep curriculum content timely and in line with accreditation standards;
• Teach courses in the discipline per current workload policy;
• Keep course content timely and in line with accreditation standards;
• Engage in scholarship in the designated field, sufficient to meet requirements for promotion, tenure, or other advancements, as appropriate for the rank;
• Engage in service at the university level, community level, and professional level, sufficient to meet requirements for promotion, tenure, or other advancements, as appropriate for the rank;
• Respond to inquiries regarding the designated program(s);
• Collaboratively make admission decisions regarding applicants to the program(s) and ensure completion of the university-required admission processes;
• Navigate enrollment and probation procedures and assist students as necessary.;
• Monitor student progress through the program and adjust degree plans as necessary;
• Complete graduation audits and ensures completion of the university-required process, including any thesis/final project/exams;
• Assist students with career planning and job placement resources;
• Develop the program course schedule and assign faculty for each course;
• Develop program goals, perform an assessment of program outcomes and ensure appropriate curriculum mapping related to program goals;
• Provide input and make recommendations to the CHPR Director regarding the development of and expenditures from the annual budget;
• Attend university meetings designed for Program Coordinators.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of classroom instruction, curriculum development, and program evaluation;
• Ability to manage, motivate, and evaluate a diverse population of students;
• Collegial and cordial attitude toward interaction with colleagues, students, and staff;
• Demonstrable content knowledge of counseling and closely related fields and the ties between the field and various allied disciplines;
• Demonstrable knowledge of and interest in CACREP, CAEP, and HLC accreditation;
• Effective in leading a team of faculty, support staff, and students;
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills;
• Self-motivated, responsible, and able to work with minimal direct supervision;
• Ability to serve effectively on committees at program, school, college, and university levels;
• Ability to conduct research in a counseling specialty area;
• Ability to engage with the local community.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Matt Matusiak, Associate Dean, mmatusiak@ualr.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Sitting

Frequent Physical Activity:

Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Walking

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

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