Director, School of Kinesiology and Recreation
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- Illinois State University
- Location
- Normal, Illinois
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Job Details
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal, Illinois
Title: Director, School of Kinesiology and Recreation
Division Name: Academic Affairs
College/Unit: College of Applied Science and Technology
Department: School of Kinesiology and Recreation
Campus Location: Normal, IL
The College of Applied Science and Technology invites applications for the position of Director in the School of Kinesiology and Recreation (KNR). We are seeking a dynamic director with administrative experience to lead thriving undergraduate and graduate programs, which include the following areas: Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Physical Education Teacher Education, and Recreation and Park Administration. The Director is responsible for strategic leadership, fiscal management, curriculum development and review, personnel management, enrollment management, School accreditations, assessment, advancement, and oversight of the teaching and research laboratories. The Director will encourage high quality research, teaching, and service, and advocate for the resources needed to sustain the School’s mission and vision. The Director shall develop partnerships within and outside the university, as well as promote the School's programs to alumni, businesses, government agencies, and other educational institutions.
The School of Kinesiology and Recreation and College of Applied Science and Technology are committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community. ISU recognizes that a diverse faculty, staff, and student body enriches the educational experiences of the entire campus and greater community. Candidates who have experience working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students, and who can contribute to the climate of inclusivity are especially welcomed to apply. Women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and people of color are encouraged to apply.
The position is a twelve-month tenure track appointment. The salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience. A competitive comprehensive benefits package is included.
The School of KNR is one of two Schools and six Departments in the College of Applied Science and Technology (www.cast.illinoisstate.edu). The School of Kinesiology and Recreation (KNR) has 959 total undergraduate majors and 37 full-time faculty members in the school and includes undergraduate programs to prepare majors in exercise science (sequences in allied health professions and health and human performance), physical education teacher education, recreation and park administration (sequences in recreation management and therapeutic recreation). Over 130 Master’s degree students represent one of the largest graduate programs on campus, with majors and sequences in applied community and economic development, athletic training, biomechanics, exercise physiology, physical education pedagogy, psychology of sport and physical activity, recreation management, and sport management. The KNR faculty is committed to excellence in research, scholarship, and teaching and is nationally recognized. Staffing also includes two full-time academic advisors and five civil service support staff. The School of Kinesiology and Recreation is located in state-of-the-art facility that was opened in 2011. For more information about our school visit: www.kinrec.illinoisstate.edu.
Illinois State University: Illinois State University http://www.illinoisstate.edu, founded in 1857, is the oldest public university in Illinois. There are approximately 21,000 students in the six colleges of Illinois State University. In our most recent strategic plan Educate ∙ Connect ∙ Elevate, we have committed our resources to realizing seven core values: Learning and Scholarship, Diversity and Inclusion, Respect, Collaboration, Individualized Attention, Civic Engagement, and Integrity. By acting on these values, we create a learning environment that results in our University being the first-choice public university in Illinois for high-achieving, motivated students who seek an individualized educational experience combined with the resources of a large university. Also visit the University’s metrics of excellence at (http://illinoisstate.edu/pointsofpride/).
Bloomington-Normal Community: Illinois State University is located in the growing twin cities of Bloomington and Normal, with a metro population of approximately 172,000. The community is also home to Illinois Wesleyan University, Heartland Community College, St. Joseph Medical Center, Carle BroMenn Medical Center, COUNTRY Financial, State Farm Insurance’s International Headquarters, Central Illinois Regional Airport, and electric truck manufacturer Rivian Motors. The community has distinguished itself for its outstanding school systems and its citizens’ high level of educational attainment, as well as its parks and recreation, health care, vibrant fine arts scene, job growth, economic opportunity, historic sites, and low crime rates. SmartAsset ranked Bloomington IL, in the top 20 of the most livable cities in the U.S. (2022). Zippia named Bloomington, IL, as #1 on their “Happiest Cities” list (2020), and Best Choice Schools listed the area on its “30 Small College Towns with Great Quality of Life” (2020). Bloomington-Normal is conveniently located about three hours from Indianapolis, two hours from both Chicago and St. Louis, and an hour from Peoria, Champaign-Urbana, Decatur, and Springfield; many of these locations are accessible from Bloomington-Normal via the Amtrak located 1 block from ISU’s campus. For more information on our community, please visit (http://visitbn.org/).
Commensurate with experience and qualifications
Required Qualifications1) Hold a doctoral degree in an area appropriate to KNR.
2) Academic achievement that merits appointment with tenure at the rank of associate or full professor.
3) Demonstrated ability in working and communicating effectively with faculty, staff and students in kinesiology and recreation
4) Success in academic administration.
5) Demonstrate the ability and willingness to provide vision and leadership for a diverse school.
6) Candidates must be able to demonstrate oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement for this position, as mandated by state law.
Varies
Proposed Starting DateJuly 1, 2024
Required Applicant Documents1) Letter of application
2) Curriculum vitae
3) Statement of leadership philosophy
4) The names and contact details of 3 references
Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"
Special Instructions for ApplicantsReview of applications will begin October 25, 2023, and continue until the position is filled.
Contact Information for ApplicantsJeff Walsh
Illinois State University
jawalsh@ilstu.edu
309.438.3221
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.
If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.
Application Opened: 09/22/2023 02:00 PM CST
Application Closes: Open until filled
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Illinois State University, founded in 1857, is the oldest public university in Illinois. Illinois State is a co-educational, residential university committed to fostering a small-college atmosphere with large-university opportunities and promoting the highest academic standards in teaching, scholarship, and community service. Serving more than 20,000 students, our six colleges offer 178 undergraduate majors, 77 minors, 102 master’s programs, 18 doctoral degrees, and 42 certificate options. We have repeatedly been named a “Great Place to Work” by the Chronicle of Higher Education.
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Illinois State University, a first-choice public university, will be increasingly recognized as a national leader for educating high-achieving, motivated students who seek an individualized and transformative experience at an institution that:
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We at Illinois State University work as a diverse community of scholars with a commitment to fostering a small-college atmosphere with large-university opportunities. We promote the highest academic standards in our teaching, scholarship, public service and the connections we build among them. We devote all of our resources and energies to creating the most supportive and productive community possible to serve the citizens of Illinois and beyond.
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