Director of Field Experiences

Director of Field Experiences

Posting Number : FAC00180PO25

Advertised Salary Range : Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Location of Vacancy : USC Upstate Spartanburg, SC

Part / Full Time : Full Time

Tenure Information : Professional Track

About University of South Carolina :

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary :

Director of Field Experiences

University of South Carolina Upstate

FAC00180PO25

Spartanburg, SC

Faculty position to teach on the Spartanburg and / or Greenville campus.

Be a Spartan! The Director of Field Experiences for the Department of Health and Physical Education (DoHPH) is responsible for coordinating all aspects of field experiences and internships for students in the Exercise and Sport Science (EXSC) program, Community Health, and potentially for the Sport Management program. This position works closely with the Chair of DoHPH, faculty, the administrative assistant, and external public partners. The Director is charged with developing, implementing, and enforcing all relevant policies and procedures related to field experiences and internships as established by the College of Education, Human Performance, and Health (CoEHPH) and the Department of Health and Physical Education (DoHPH). Additionally, the Director will be expected to teach 2 courses for each major semester.

The University of South Carolina Upstate is a comprehensive public university and a senior institution of the University of South Carolina. U.S. News and World Report ranks USC Upstate among its Top Public Regional Colleges and No. 2 in South Carolina. Located between Charlotte and Atlanta along the I-85 corridor, one of the fastest growing business and high-tech regions in the country, the campus is within easy driving distance of the Appalachian mountains and the Atlantic Ocean beaches. The University has an enrollment of approximately 5,000 students and employs approximately 650 full and part-time faculty and staff, reflecting the diversity of Upstate South Carolina. In addition, students and faculty from over 25 nations reflect the university's international character. USC Upstate is proud of the diversity of its student body and we seek to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for faculty, staff, and administrators. We are an EOE / AA employer and are strongly committed to increasing faculty diversity.

The College of Education, Human Performance, and Health (CoEHPH) at the University of South Carolina Upstate is transforming the upstate region of South Carolina, training exceptional teachers, human services and exercise science professionals. Our programs focus on developing skills and abilities among our students to ensure Upstate graduates positively impact the health and educational outcomes of individuals and our community. As part of our mission as a regional public institution, we seek colleagues whose public scholarship targets meaningful community engagement and whose research and teaching includes partnerships with public and private sectors aimed at the public good through teaching, research and service. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and community stakeholders on initiatives

targeting education across our region, as well as health indicators and initiatives. Candidates should share our commitment to creating educational experiences that are deeply meaningful. With enrollments approaching one thousand students, a new M.Ed. program in Applied Learning and Instruction, and a new M.S. in Exercise Science, the College of Education, Human Performance and Health is focused on engaged, experiential learning in partnership with dedicated faculty in small class settings. Our emphasis on student and regional needs creates an innovative organization that actively pursues student success and retention, inclusion, diversity and community involvement. CoEHPH is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Education

Preparation (CAEP). We seek colleagues for whom student success, diversity and inclusion are also a priority. For more information, visit https : / / www.uscupstate.edu / coehph.

Required Education and Experience :

• A master's degree or higher in a related field.
• At least five years of professional experience in a related field.
• A demonstrated commitment to professional development.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills-both oral and written.
• Proven ability to manage and track multiple individuals or processes simultaneously.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong, positive relationships with students, public partners, and members of the community.
• A successful background check are required.

Preferred Qualifications :

Job Close Date :

Open Until Filled : Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant :

To be considered for this position, applicants must complete the online application and attach any materials that are marked as required. Should the applicant be invited to interview, additional materials may be requested by the department. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. If selected, official transcripts will be required before the hire date, as well as the successful completion of a background check. Some positions will also require mandatory drug screenings.

Dr. Matthew Yeomans

College of Education, Human Performance and Health

University of South Carolina Upstate

800 University Way

Spartanburg, SC 29303

Email : yeomansm@uscupstate.edu

To apply, please visit : https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / postings / 194871

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV / AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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