Job Title

Lecturer Professor of Human Services

Agency

Texas A&M University - San Antonio

Department

Department Of Counseling, Health & Kinesiology

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

San Antonio, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Texas A&M University-San Antonio is the fastest growing university in the Texas A&M system and one of the fastest growing in Texas. It is a vibrant campus with 30 undergraduate and 19 graduate degrees. A&M-SA provide higher education to students from a culturally diverse and largely non-traditional population. The university was created to address the educational needs in South San Antonio and surrounding areas.

The Human Services program is housed in the Department of Counseling, Health, and Kinesiology, along with Applied Behavioral Analysis, in the College of Education and Human Development. Employment outlook for those with a Human Services degree are projected to grow by 9% through 2032 (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2022).

The College of Education & Human Development, Department of Counseling, Health & Kinesiology seeks candidates for a full-time, Lecturer appointment beginning Fall 2024. The appointment is for a Lecturer Professor of Human Services. The successful candidate will serve as coordinator of the Human Services program, teach courses within the core program of studies, maintain a productive scholarly agenda, and support the vitality of the university and its programs through service.

This is a term limited position anticipated to start Fall 2024 with an end date of up to one year from the date of hire.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will join an intellectually stimulating and innovative academic environment that embraces diversity. The candidate will also work collaboratively with faculty to build a comprehensive Human Services program supporting diverse populations across a variety human service settings. The supervision of field-based students, and internship students are also possible. Mentorship and advisement of students are essential in addition to the involvement in campus activities and other responsibilities, as deemed necessary. Scholarly activity with publications in referred journals as well as attendance and presentations at professional meetings is essential. Quality performance will also be expected in teaching, student mentorship, community service, as well as active University committee participation. Teaching assignments may include day, evening, and weekend courses.

Required Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Human Services or related field from a regionally or nationally accredited institution.

• Minimum of two years of experience working in a human services-related field having administrative, direct care, educational, or research responsibilities.

• Evidence of scholarly activity with publications in refereed journals, as well as presentations at professional meetings.

• Ability to work cooperatively with others and provide excellent customer service to students, employees, and the community.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Experience with program coordination.

• Experience teaching human services-related coursework at a college/university.

• Experience working with bilingual community-based human services programs.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish Language Skills).

Applicant Instructions: 

Applicants must complete an online profile and submit the following:

• Letter of interest

• Current CV/resume

• Three references

For detailed instructions on how to apply for any position on our website, please use the following link: 

http://www.tamusa.edu/humanresources/job-opportunities/index.html Please apply online with the required documents listed above.

The review of applications will begin immediately and position is open until filled.

Prior to issuing a letter of appointment, three original letters of recommendation less than one year old and bearing the writer's actual signature, as well as official transcripts from each degree granting institution must be received directly by the College of Education & Human Development.

Please address questions to:

Search Committee Chair

Texas A&M University-San Antonio

College of Education & Human Development

1 University Way

San Antonio, TX 78224

E-mail: Michael.Moyer@tamusa.edu

If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator (e.g., AACRAO; http://www.aacrao.org/credential/index.htm).

Summary of Employee Benefits: 

www.tamusa.edu/human-resources/documents/Summary-of-Employees-Benefits1.pdf

Texas A&M University-San Antonio values community engagement and encourages applicants who are committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities. 

Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. Once the application is submitted, no changes or revisions can be made.  If you have issues with adding documents to your application, please contact HR at 210-784-2058. 

In compliance with ADA, if accommodations are needed for the application process, please contact HR at (210) 784-2058. 

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.