Hampshire College

Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of the Faculty
Posted: August 25, 2008
Search Status: Accepting Resumes

Hampshire College is pleased to invite inquiries, nominations, and applications for the position of Vice President and Dean of the Faculty. Hampshire College, founded in 1965 and located in Amherst, Massachusetts, offers approximately 1350 full-time students a full range of liberal arts programs through an interdisciplinary, inquiry-based curriculum. The college is a member of Five Colleges, Inc., an educational consortium that includes Amherst, Mount Holyoke, and Smith Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.

The VP/Dean is the chief academic officer of the college, is responsible for the direction and maintenance of the academic life of the college, and acts for the president in his absence. The VP/Dean has oversight of the entire academic budget as well as related services including advising and registrarial functions, Global Education, and the Writing Program. For further information, visit the College’s website at www.hampshire.edu.

The successful candidate will have an earned Ph.D. or comparable terminal degree; a distinguished record of scholarship or equivalent creative activity and teaching commensurate with appointment to a senior faculty rank; and extensive managerial experience at a senior level including but not limited to budget, personnel, and program development.

Review of applications and nominations will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. A cover letter, resume and list of five references should be forwarded to the following address (electronic submittal is preferred):

Alberto Pimentel, Managing Partner
Ann Yates, Principal
APsearch@storbeckpimentel.com
Storbeck/Pimentel & Associates
1111 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 106
Monterey Park, CA 91754

Director of Physical Plant - Search Re-Opened
Posted: August 15, 2008
Search Status: Interviewing

Hampshire College invites applications for the position of Director of Physical Plant.  

Reporting to the College’s Vice President for Finance and Administration, the Director is responsible for facilities planning, capital projects management, facilities operations, energy procurement and management, maintenance management, grounds and landscape, recycling, custodial operations, and construction document management.  The Director oversees a comprehensive, multi-year facilities plan incorporating major strategic projects, campus renewal and modernization projects, and maintenance needs.  The Director will engage and encourage a talented group of professionals to continually develop technical skills, integrate sustainability concepts in projects, manage the annual operating and facilities renewal budgets, establish department standards and policies, use key performance indicators to manage operations, and provide detailed, technical reports to senior management.

 An engineering degree and professional certification are preferred.  At least five years of physical plant management experience is required, preferably in an academic institution. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of progressively responsible experience managing a large and effective team, and will demonstrate a commitment to superior customer service and collegial decision-making.  Strong technical skills, including the development of sophisticated spreadsheet models, regular reporting of key performance indicators, experience with database and rendering tools, and experience with Sightlines analysis, are desirable.

Hampshire College offers competitive salary and benefits.  Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and names/phone numbers of three professional references to:

Mr. Lawrence M. Archey
Director of Campus Planning and Economic Development
Human Resource Office
Hampshire College
Amherst, MA  01002

Language Coordinator
Posted: August 12, 2008
Search Status: Accepting Resumes

Hampshire College, an independent, innovative liberal arts institution and member of the Five College consortium has been awarded a generous three-year grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation with the intent “to make Hampshire College into a ‘language learning community’ where students are motivated to integrate the exploration of a world language into their individualized studies.” The first incumbent of this position will have an unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of language studies at Hampshire, and potentially to do so in such a way that we are seen as a national model

The responsibilities of the Language Coordinator involve serving as a resource for those seeking opportunities to integrate language study into their academic programs and for faculty career development. Working with faculty to promote foreign-language materials into their teaching so that students are inspired to understand how to access such resources to deepen their understanding of issues and cultures. Assist students to develop individualized plans of language study that support and advance their respective creative, academic or community-engagement interests. Serves as the college’s primary liaison with the Five College Center for the Study of World Languages, reinforcing that language is important for all who seek to understand the world and to make a difference in that world.

Master's degree required; PhD preferred in language pedagogy, second-language acquisition or a related liberal arts field. Competence in one or more languages other than English is required.  The Language Coordinator will not be expected to teach language at Hampshire.  This position requires a high degree of independence and flexibility with excellent verbal, written, organizational and interpersonal skills.

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. Send cover letter, resume and names/phone numbers of three professional references to:

Language Coordinator Search
Human Resource Office
Hampshire College
Amherst, MA  01002

Alumni Relations Officer
Posted: July 22, 2008
Search Status: Interviewing

We are accepting applications for an alumni relations officer in the Office of Institutional Advancement.

The alumni relations officer is responsible for official communications with Hampshire College alumni and friends, including via paper, phone, and the Internet. The scope of communications includes general correspondence; publicity; marketing materials for events; surveys; alumni stories and profiles; and announcements for the Web and other media. In particular, the alumni relations officer is charged with producing lively text for the alumni Web site and keeping up to date with other Hampshire-linked online communities, including Facebook, LinkedIn, MySpace, and other such electronic vehicles as they develop. Key functions are to work closely with the director to build relationships with alumni across the country, and to serve as the go-to person within Alumni Relations on Web site matters. The alumni relations officer also attends alumni, fundraising, and other college events as appropriate. 

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and three to five years of professional experience in alumni relations, communications, or a related field; excellent writing and proofreading skills; excellent interpersonal skills; and a facility for and experience with using on-line communities and Web-based communications. Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends is required. Hampshire College alumni meeting these qualifications are encouraged to apply.

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. Please send cover letter, resume, and names/phone numbers of three professional references to:

Alumni Relations Officer Search
Human Resource Office
Hampshire College
Amherst, MA  01002

Associate Vice President for Human Resources
Posted: July 15, 2008
Search Status: Interviewing

We invite applications for the position of associate vice president for human resources.The college is located in the beautiful Pioneer Valley in western Massachusetts and contributes to the rich cultural environments of the college towns of Amherst, South Hadley, and Northampton.

Reporting to the college’s vice president of finance and administration, the associate vice president (AVP) for human resources will also have frequent access to the president and his cabinet and will provide leadership and overall strategic direction in all areas related to the effective utilization of human resources and to increasing the overall effectiveness of the college. Specific emphasis will be placed on establishing and maintaining an effective and competitive staff salary administration system and recruiting and retaining a high quality, diverse staff.The AVP will consult with senior management to develop and align comprehensive human resources strategies with the mission and values of Hampshire College and will consult with members of the community in all areas of human resources management including effective workforce staffing, employee relations, benefits administration, fiscal accountability, and quality improvement.The AVP will work with the administration (including school deans), faculty, and staff to seek advice and to build support for changes in and enhancements to existing human resource programs and practices.The AVP will provide leadership in facilitating communication, decision-making, trust, employee professional development, and employee relations, all toward enhancing the overall effectiveness of the college.The AVP will ensure that Hampshire College complies with all state and federal laws in areas such as employment, labor relations, and benefits.The AVP will serve on Five College committees to foster cooperative initiatives in human resources management and organizational development.

A bachelor’s degree is required and relevant advanced experience and/or degree preferred.

Hampshire College seeks a committed and experienced professional with demonstrated leadership skills and competence in human resources functions. The successful candidate must possess a commitment to fairness and equity and have a demonstrated collaborative approach to establishing credibility in relationships with all constituents – staff, faculty, and administration.Candidates should have strong organizational; interpersonal; technical; analytical; and written and oral communication skills.

Hampshire provides competitive salary and benefits. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and names/phone numbers of three professional references electronically to:

Lauren A. Turner
Interim Director of Human Resources
Human Resources Office
Hampshire College
Amherst, MA 01002
hr@hampshire.edu

Director of Family Services
Posted: July 9, 2008
Search Status: Accepting Resumes

We are accepting applications for director of family services.

Under the direction of the dean of student services, the director will serve as the main point of contact for dealing with family issues and concerns, and will offer programs and resources to support and engage families in their students' experiences. The incumbent will be responsible for designing and executing several programs throughout the year, including our annual family orientation program for 400+ parents and family members, as well as overseeing the continued development of the Office of Family Services. This role is a liaison between families and the college, providing both support and information.

Bachelor’s degree in higher education or related field plus two to three years progressively responsible experience in higher education, preferably within academic or student affairs or related work, required. Directly related educational background would be considered as relevant work experience. Demonstrated success in the management and leadership of higher education programs; working effectively with a diverse student population; and functioning independently and autonomously to complete projects with limited supervision. Must be comfortable with the ambiguities inherent in highly collaborative environments and non-traditional educational settings. Candidates must be computer literate and possess excellent verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

This is a full-time, 12-month position. We offer competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume with names and phone numbers of three professional references to:

Director of Family Services Search
Human Resources Office
Hampshire College
Amherst, MA 01002

Coordinator of Queer Student Services
Posted: July 8, 2008
Search Status: Accepting Resumes

We are accepting applications for a coordinator of queer student services. 

Under the direction of the associate dean of student development, the coordinator of queer student services provides programmatic and administrative support for the activities and initiatives of the Queer Community Alliance Center. Responsibilities include the development, delivery, and evaluation of a comprehensive program on gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer issues (GLBTQ). 

This is a part-time, 25-hour-per-week, 10½-month position with an employment cycle of August 1st to June 15th. Bachelor’s degree required, master’s preferred; two to three years progressively responsible experience in student affairs or related area; demonstrated effectiveness working with college students; experience working with culturally diverse groups; commitment to and understanding of gender, diversity, and class issues; ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, and staff; able to mentor students and foster an environment of collaboration; must be computer literate and have excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. This position requires weekend and evening hours.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Send letter of interest, resume, and names/phone numbers of three professional references to:

Coordinator of Queer Student Services Search
Human Resources Office
Hampshire College
Amherst, MA 01002

Programmer/Microsoft Access Report Writer
Posted: May 22, 2008
Search Status: Interviewing

We are accepting applications for a programer/microsoft access report writer.

This two-year position supports all the reporting functions of the Office of Institutional Advancement using Datatel’s Colleague Advancement database. Candidate writes queries and creates reports, conducts data analyses, and will train users on how to run those reports and queries using Datatel’s Query Builder functionality as well as Microsoft Access. This position requires a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of experience using database systems; advanced knowledge of report writing tools; and advanced computer skills, including Unidata, Sequel, Microsoft Access, and ODBC experience. Knowledge and understanding of fundraising systems and financial reports relating to gifts and pledges and experience working in a higher education development office strongly preferred. 

Hampshire College offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits program. Send a cover letter indicating position of interest, resume, and the names/phone numbers of three professional references to:

Programmer/Microsoft Access Report Writer
Human Resources Office
Hampshire College
Amherst, MA 01002

 
Hampshire College is an equal opportunity institution, committed to diversity in education and employment.