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Vice President for Advancement

Lees-McRae College

Banner Elk, NC 

Lees-McRae College seeks an exceptional individual to serve as its Vice President for Advancement, with a starting date of June 1, 2010 or earlier if possible.

Lees-McRae College is a four-year, co-educational liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church, U.S.A., located in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains of northwestern North Carolina. Please see our website at www.lmc.edu for more information.

Position Summary: The Vice President will report directly to the President and will serve as a member of the President’s Cabinet.  Dr. Barry M. Buxton will become the 15th President of Lees-McRae on June 1, 2010 after a successful decade as Vice President for Special Projects at the Savannah College of Art and Design. Working closely with the President, the Vice President will cultivate relationships with alumni, foundation officers, corporate executives, parents and families, volunteers, donors and prospects. The Vice President will oversee all development, advancement and alumni relations services and activities and will provide strategic leadership for the College’s plans for resource development, capital campaigns and other fund-raising priorities.    The development role includes major gift solicitation, annual giving, gift planning, athletic related fund-raising, church relations, foundation and corporate relations; advancement services includes donor relations, research, gift processing and financial reporting; alumni relations includes constituency groups, gatherings, reunions and programming. 

Requirements:  This position requires an experienced advancement professional with substantial relevant leadership and management experience, preferably in higher education; a broad vision and command of the development field and best practices; strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with diverse constituencies; excellent written and oral communication and an appreciation for and understanding of working in a mission-focused environment. Bachelor’s degree required.  

Search Process:  Review of applications will begin as received and continue until the position is filled. Candidates should submit letters of interest or application or e-mail queries describing qualifications and vision for this position to:  

Chair, Vice President for Advancement Search Committee

c/o Abigail Lord, Administrative Assistant to the President

Lees-McRae College

PO Box 128

Banner Elk, NC   28604

Email: lorda@lmc.edu  

References will only be contacted with candidate’s prior notification.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.   AA/EOE

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 Assistant Professor or Instructor of Philosophy

Position:
Lees-McRae College invites applications for a full-time assistant professor or instructor of Philosophy, beginning in August 2010. The College is seeking a caring, energetic, and highly motivated individual with traits such as a sense of humor, a commitment to a liberal arts education, flexibility, creativity, and a sense of daring.

Qualifications: Potential candidates must possess a doctorate in Philosophy, though master’s or ABD candidates will be considered for an instructor’s position. Teaching duties may include introductory courses in philosophy and ethics, as well as courses such as Logic, Social and Political Philosophy, Environmental Ethics, and Environmental Philosophy to support a minor in philosophy.  Other responsibilities include scholarship, professional development, and service to the College and profession.  Preference is given to candidates with a commitment to service learning, a desire to conduct faculty/student research projects, and an interest in interdisciplinary curriculum.

Submission:  Review of applications will begin March 26, 2010. Interested individuals should submit a letter of application describing teaching experience and philosophy, vita, all college transcript copies, and names of three references with contact information to the Philosophy Faculty Search Committee at franklin@lmc.edu.

Lees-McRae College, a four-year, co-educational liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church, USA, is located in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains of northwestern North Carolina. Being a year-round tourist destination, the area provides the best of a vibrant college community coupled with natural beauty and a rich history. Please see www.lmc.edu for more information. Lees-McRae is an AA/EOE employer committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. 

 



Professor, Business Administration

Fall 2010

 

 

Assistant or Associate Professor of Management and Small Business Development

 

Position:  The Business Administration Program at Lees-McRae College, Banner Elk, North Carolina, is seeking to fill the Division Chair and faculty position in Management and Small Business Development for the 2010-2011 academic year.  The position is at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level (depending on qualifications).

 

Qualifications:  Potential candidates must possess a Masters (required) or Ph.D. (preferred) degree in the field of Business with emphasis in Management and/or Small Business Development.  Candidates must demonstrate the ability to teach courses in the following areas:  principles of management, organizational behavior, human resources and entrepreneurship at the undergraduate level.  Other responsibilities include advising of students, as well as committee and public service.  Special emphasis will be placed on academic and work experience in the area of study.  For applicants seeking the Division Chair position, management and leadership experience should be highlighted.

 

Submission:  Submit letter of application and vitae or resume to:

                Business Administration Search Committee

                Office of Academic Affairs

                Lees-McRae College

                PO Box 128

                Banner Elk, North Carolina 28604

Review of applications will be April 7, 2010.

 

Lees-McRae College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

 


 

 

Professor, Business Administration

Fall 2010

 

 

Assistant or Associate Professor of Management and Small Business Development

 

Position:  The Business Administration Program at Lees-McRae College, Banner Elk, North Carolina, is seeking to fill a faculty position in Management and Small Business Development for the 2010-2011 academic year.  The position is at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level (depending on qualifications).

 

Qualifications:  Potential candidates must possess a Masters (required) or Ph.D. (preferred) degree in the field of Business with emphasis in Management and/or Small Business Development.  Candidates must demonstrate the ability to teach courses and entrepreneurship at the undergraduate level.  Other responsibilities include advising of students, as well as committee and public service.  Special emphasis will be placed on academic and work experience in the area of study.

 

Submission:   Submit letter of application and vitae or resume to:

                Business Administration Search Committee

                Office of Academic Affairs

                Lees-McRae College

                PO Box 128

                Banner Elk, North Carolina 28604

Review of applications will be February 15, 2010.

 

Lees-McRae College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

 

Assistant Biology Professor

The Department of Biology at Lees-McRae College has a full-time, permanent teaching faculty position for an assistant professor of Biology, beginning in August 2010.

Job description: Teaching duties include microbiology, cell biology, molecular biology, and introductory courses, with the opportunity to design additional upper division courses to augment offerings in the pre-professional biology program that complement current expertise in A&P and Veterinary medicine. Faculty-advised undergraduate research is required of all majors, and preference will be given to candidates with a desire to conduct faculty/student research projects. Other responsibilities include serving as Coordinator of the Pre-Professional Biology Program and advising program majors, scholarship, and service to the College and profession. The annual contract covers 9 months, with the summer months off for professional or personal development. Preference will be given to candidates with an interest in service learning and interdisciplinary curricula.

Lees-McRae is a small, four-year, co-educational liberal arts college serving Appalachia and the Southeastern United States. Through membership in the Appalachian College Association, Lees-McRae has access to academic libraries at 26 colleges, Sakai on-line course materials site, and teaching and learning workshops and opportunities. The college is located in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains of northwestern North Carolina. Banner Elk is nestled between two popular ski areas and is within a short drive of the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Appalachian Trail, and area cycling, hiking, and climbing. Please visit our website at www.lmc.edu.

Qualifications: Potential candidates must possess a doctorate in biology, though ABD candidates will be considered for an instructor's position. All qualified candidates, including women and minorities, are encouraged to apply. If not US citizens, applicants should indicate eligibility to work in the U.S. AA/EOE.

Submission: Review of applications will begin March 15, 2010. Submit the following with a cover letter: statement of teaching experience and philosophy (or teaching dossier), one page research statement, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and the names of three references with contact information to Dr. Gene Spears by e-mail at spears@lmc.edu or by post to:

Biology Faculty Search Committee

c/o Tammy Franklin

Office of Academic Affairs

Lees-McRae College

P.O. Box 128

Banner Elk, North Carolina, USA  28604


 Associate Dean of Students

Position Description:  The Associate Dean of Students is a full-time, 12 month administrator in the Office of Student Development.  The Associate Dean of Students is the primary administrator and educator of Residence Life, Judicial Affairs, and Summer Conferencing. 

Responsibilities:

·         Assist in the supervision of the Student Development Staff

·         Provide a safe living and learning environment in the Residence Halls

·         Train, develop and directly supervise the Director of Housing, Residence Life Staff and Summer Conferencing Staff

·         Oversee and manage the Residence Life and Summer Conferencing budgets

·         Keep the lines of communication open between facility services, housekeeping, and campus security

·         Oversee the judicial process; which includes reading reports, routing cases, organizing the student conduct board, hearing cases, and sanction follow up

·         Teach the Residence Life Leadership Course

·         Serve on Campus Committees

·         Assist the Dean of Students as needed, or requested 

Qualifications:

·         Master’s Degree Required in College Student Development, Counseling, or a related field of study

·         Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with students, faculty, administrators, and contracted groups.

·         Ability to supervise student and professional staff.  

Compensation:

·         Annual Salary – Commensurate with experience

·         Meals provided, when food service is in operation

·         Campus Housing – The Associate Dean is required to live on campus

·         Health Insurance

To apply:  Submit a letter of application and resume to Allison Norris, Lees McRae College, PO Box 128, Banner Elk, NC 28604.  Review of applications will begin March 15, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled.

For more information: Contact Allison Norris at Norrisa@LMC.edu 828-898-8797

Lees-McRae College is an AA/EEO employer.

 


Director of Student Financial Services

Lees-McRae College seeks a self-motivated, organized, detail and customer-oriented individual for the position of Director of Student Financial Services.  This position is responsible for all student accounts receivable functions including daily oversight of cashiering functions and working closely with students and families. Duties include setup of tuition and fee charge tables, billing, collection of tuition and fees, reconciliation and posting of all cash receipts, invoices, and financial aid transfers, federal Title IV financial aid cash management, assisting with requirements for annual independent audit, and generation of annual 1098T forms and IRS reporting.  Qualifications include two or more years of accounts receivable experience, excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office applications, and strong communication and interpersonal skills.  A Bachelors degree is preferred, but not required.  Interested parties should submit a letter of application, resume, and three professional references to Carolyn Ward, Director of Human Resources, Lees-McRae College, PO Box 128, Banner Elk, NC  28604 or e-mail materials to wardc@lmc.edu.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  

See our web page at www.lmc.edu for more information. AA/EOE

 


 

Lees-McRae College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.



 


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