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Administrative Opportunities

The following positions are available as of Saturday, November 21, 2009. The University of Southern Indiana is subject to the requirements of Executive Order 11246.

To apply for administrative positions, send a letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three professional references to the appropriate Search Committee Chair, University of Southern Indiana, 8600 University Boulevard, Evansville, IN 47712. Information may also be submitted by e-mail (humanres@usi.edu). Applications accepted until positions are filled. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

To apply online, select this online application link.

To print an application using Acrobat Reader, click on the Faculty and Administrative Application for Employment link. Please print, complete, and send to the appropriate search committee chair. To access Acrobat Reader, click on this link.

Senior Counselor, Student Financial Assistance - A09027A1
Full-time Administrative position in the Office of Student Financial Assistance to coordinate financial assistance programs while adhering to federal, state and University regulations. This position demonstrates leadership within the department through supervising and responding to inquiries about various SFA programs. Additional responsibilities include advising and providing students, parents and other interested parties with information regarding student financial assistance. Bachelor's degree with three to five years experience in student financial assistance or higher education required. Proficiency with microcomputers-word processing, spreadsheet, database, electronic mail, presentation, Internet software required, and technical competency for exporting/importing database files to appropriate software required. Knowledge of SCT Banner and Cognos report writing software a plus. Knowledge of federal tax rules applicable to student financial aid processing and the ability to research federal and state policies, rules, and regulations to ensure student financial aid compliance. Strong organizational, time management, problem solving, interpersonal skills, and the demonstrated ability to research and solve complex regulatory issues required. Submit letter of application, resume, the names and full contact information of three professional references and salary requirements to Search Committee Chair: Cathy Nickens, Student Financial Assistance. Posted: 11/9/2009

Area Coordinator, Residence Life - A09025A1
Two full-time administrative positions responsible for promoting individual student development through management of a residential area of approximately 600 students. This is a live-in position. Responsibilities include: serve in an on-call rotation; interpret and enforce campus housing and University policies; maintain and supervise the area facilities; participate in and chair departmental divisional committees; recruit, select, train, and supervise paraprofessional staff. Two years residence life/related experience required. Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in student affairs administration, college student affairs, or related field is preferred. Search Committee Chair: Ms. Amy Price, asprice@usi.edu. Posted: 10/23/2009

Provost and Vice President, Academic Affairs - A09024A1
The University of Southern Indiana invites applications and nominations for the position of Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. USI has a distinctive energy, momentum, and clarity of purpose that, coupled with the notable dedication, collegiality, and receptiveness to change of its faculty and staff make the position of Provost at USI a unique opportunity. A dynamic, regionally responsive, needs-driven, comprehensive public university in the model of the "new American college" USI emphasizes teaching and interaction between faculty and students, values need-based applied research, and actively pursues engagement in the region. The University has created an environment where teaching and learning are foremost in its mission. With USI's new President, Linda Bennett, and the entire campus community, the Provost guides planning and implementation of the academic program in the context of a learning environment that promotes a comprehensive, critical skills focused student experience and prepares students to be active and involved citizens in their communities. Background and Position: The University was established in 1965 as a branch campus of Indiana State University with a regional mission, in response to a need for public higher education in southwestern Indiana. In 1985, the legislature created the University of Southern Indiana as a separate statewide public university. Today, USI is one of the fastest growing institutions in Indiana, enrolling more than 10,000 students from 91 Indiana counties, 39 states, and 50 nations. USI is a broad-based institution offering instruction, research, and service, and is classified by the Carnegie Commission as an engaged university. A liberal arts and science curriculum serves as the foundation of knowledge for all programs. The University offers over 60 undergraduate academic majors, ten master's programs, and one doctoral program through five academic colleges. These programs are taught by approximately 320 full-time and 240 part-time faculty. The University offers superb instructional facilities, well developed technological infrastructure, and a notably attractive campus with no deferred maintenance. Large scale capital investments are currently underway in support of business, engineering, and enhanced student life. USI is also responsible for administering the historic sites in nearby New Harmony, IN. The University is located in Evansville, IN, the third largest city in Indiana, with a metropolitan population of over 340,000, and was just named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the "Best Places to Work" for 2009. The University seeks a strong academic leader who is able to provide vision and direction that will strengthen the academic environment while advancing the strategic goals of this state comprehensive University. As the chief academic officer of the University, the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs provides administrative leadership and oversight for all academic and operational components of the University, and serves as the chief executive officer in the President's absence. The scope of responsibility includes five academic colleges: Business, Bower-Suhrheinrich College of Education and Human Services, Liberal Arts, Nursing and Health Professions, and the Pott College of Science and Engineering. Additional units that report to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs include Undergraduate Studies, University Division, University Core Curriculum, Graduate Studies and Sponsored Research, Outreach and Extended Services, Distance Education, Institutional Research and Assessment, Library Services, and Faculty Development. Candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications: An earned doctorate or the equivalent terminal degree from an accredited institution with a demonstrated record of teaching, scholarship and service requisite for an appointment at the rank of professor and a minimum of 10 years of experience with increasing responsibility in higher education at the university level, including experience as a senior level academic administrator. Candidates will also be expected to demonstrate a record of successful administrative leadership, including strategic fiscal planning and budgeting, management, and assessment in a dynamic resource environment; a commitment to shared governance; a commitment to cultural diversity and affirmative action for all members in the University community: students, faculty and staff; a commitment and record of service to broader communities; sound judgment, strong communication skills, keen diplomatic abilities; effective data-driven problem-solving, organizational management, and decision making; and an understanding of and the ability to provide leadership to the intellectual life of a comprehensive University. Information for Applicants: The review of credentials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For best consideration, please submit materials before September 25, 2009. Application materials should include a letter describing your interest in and qualifications for the position; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses (including email), and telephone numbers for at least five references which may include trustees, administrators, faculty, students, and community leaders. Correspondents are strongly encouraged to communicate by email utilizing Adobe Acrobat or Word attachments. All nominations and applications shall be confidential. Requests for information and all written nominations and applications should be directed to: Steve Leo, Principal; Vicki Henderson, Senior Associate; Storbeck/Pimentel & Associates, LLC; Rose Tree Corporate Center II; 1400 North Providence Road, Suite 6000; Media, PA 19063; s.leo@storbeckpimentel.com; v.henderson@storbeckpimentel.com; 610-572-4296. Search Committee Chair: Mark Rozewski. Posted: 9/9/2009

Advisor, University Division - A09022A1
Full-time administrative position responsible for assisting students in developing relationships and university connections through academic advising and teaching. The University Division Advisor's primary responsibility is to advise undecided and conditionally admitted students in the development and completion of their academic and career goals at the University of Southern Indiana. The University Division Advisor will also teach one or more sections of Freshman Seminar, Career Planning, and/or College Study Strategies each semester as needed. The University Division Advisor also supports the persistence, retention, and educational success of students. Finally, the University Division Advisor contributes to these efforts through their comprehensive knowledge of the academic and support programs of the university and a thorough understanding of student development theories in practice. Master's degree required; Master's degree in college student services, counseling or related field preferred. One year experience in academic advising at the college level preferred, teaching freshman seminar or career planning course at the college level preferred. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until October 2, 2009. Submit a cover letter, resume, one-page advising and teaching philosophy, USI Faculty/Admin application (available at www.usi.edu/adminapp), unofficial transcript for highest degree earned, and contact information including email addresses for three professional references to Search Committee Chair: Ms. Renee Rowland, University Division Advisor, University of Southern Indiana, 8600 University Blvd., Evansville, IN 47712. Posted: 9/2/2009

The University of Southern Indiana is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. It is the policy of the University of Southern Indiana to be in full compliance with all federal and state non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws, orders and regulations relating to race, sex, religion, disability, age, national origin, sexual orientation or status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era. Questions or concerns should be directed to the Affirmative Action Officer, USI Human Resources Department, 8600 University Boulevard, Evansville, IN 47712.

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