Faculty Position Openings Template

This is a 9-month, non-tenure track position with an appointment as administrative faculty, with the possibility of summer pay up to 30% of base salary depending on programmatic need. Position renewable yearly. The primary responsibilities of the Director are: to assist faculty with the use of multi-media technologies in their teaching; to supervise the “Critical Languages Program” [http://www.kennesaw.edu/ foreignlanguage/critical.html]; and to teach one class per semester in one of the languages offered in the Department. Additional responsibilities include coordinating the Advanced Standing and HSK examinations and posting materials to the DFL website. The successful candidate must hold a Master's degree (doctoral degree preferred) with a minimum of 18 semester graduate hours in one of the languages offered by the Department. Candidates must have experience in working in a language laboratory with multi-media capabilities, preferably at the supervisory level. Teaching experience required. Salary and academic rank commensurate with education and experience. Commitment to excellence in teaching, complemented by strong scholarship and engagement, is expected of all faculty members in KSU’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences.

Kennesaw State University is a growing and progressive university in Georgia's public system of higher education. Located on an attractive campus in suburban Atlanta, KSU currently enrolls more than 20,000 traditional and nontraditional baccalaureate and master's students. The thriving Atlanta metropolitan area has a rich array of museums, theaters, libraries, colleges and universities, and other resources.

The Department wishes to provide an inclusive learning environment to prepare students for personal and professional success in an increasingly multicultural and global society. Candidates are, therefore, encouraged to address in their application how they can contribute to the diversity of the community.

Department:	Foreign Languages
Position Title:	Director, Foreign Languages Resource Center
Position Qualifications/ Responsibilities:	This is a 9-month, non-tenure track position with an appointment as administrative faculty, with the possibility of summer pay up to 30% of base salary depending on programmatic need. Position renewable yearly. The primary responsibilities of the Director are: to assist faculty with the use of multi-media technologies in their teaching; to supervise the “Critical Languages Program” [http://www.kennesaw.edu/ foreignlanguage/critical.html]; and to teach one class per semester in one of the languages offered in the Department. Additional responsibilities include coordinating the Advanced Standing and HSK examinations and posting materials to the DFL website. The successful candidate must hold a Master's degree (doctoral degree preferred) with a minimum of 18 semester graduate hours in one of the languages offered by the Department. Candidates must have experience in working in a language laboratory with multi-media capabilities, preferably at the supervisory level. Teaching experience required. Salary and academic rank commensurate with education and experience. Commitment to excellence in teaching, complemented by strong scholarship and engagement, is expected of all faculty members in KSU’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Kennesaw State University is a growing and progressive university in Georgia's public system of higher education. Located on an attractive campus in suburban Atlanta, KSU currently enrolls more than 20,000 traditional and nontraditional baccalaureate and master's students. The thriving Atlanta metropolitan area has a rich array of museums, theaters, libraries, colleges and universities, and other resources. The Department wishes to provide an inclusive learning environment to prepare students for personal and professional success in an increasingly multicultural and global society. Candidates are, therefore, encouraged to address in their application how they can contribute to the diversity of the community.
Application Procedure:	Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To assure full consideration, applications must be postmarked by August 22, 2008. Candidates should send a letter of application addressing strengths relative to the qualifications and responsibilities for the position, including a record of effective administration; evidence of scholarly activity; current vita; contact information for three references; and official graduate transcripts to: Dr. Lynn Fedeli Search Committee Chair Department of Foreign Languages Kennesaw State University 1000 Chastain Road #1804 Kennesaw, GA 30144-5591. For a detailed description of the university, college and department, please visit our home page at www.kennesaw.edu .
Date Position Available:	August 2008
Policy Statement:	Kennesaw State University, a member of the University System of Georgia, does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, handicap, national origin, or sexual orientation, as authorized by law. Georgia is an Open Records State. AA/EOE.
Questions About Position Opening:	For questions about this position opening, contact Dr. Lynn Fedeli lfedeli@kennesaw.edu.