Technical Assistant for Science Departments 
Manager, Center for Instructional Technology
Head Women's Volleyball Coach/Assistant Sports Information Director
Vice President for Academic Affairs
Vice President for Student Affairs
Director of Financial Aid and Veterans Affairs
Director of Counseling and Psychological Services
Operations and Database Support Specialist
Residence Hall Director
Assistant to the Director of Student Center/Student Activites: Program Coordinator
Coordinator of Women’s Center
Coordinator of Intercultural Center
Associate Dean - School of Education/Professional Studies and the Graduate Division
Vice President for Academic Affairs
Eastern Connecticut State University seeks to fill the position of Vice President for Academic Affairs. The Vice-President reports directly to the President of the University.
QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated ability to manage complex academic organizations with multiple educational programs and constituencies, manage the work of highly educated professionals, and manage financial resources in support of academic programs. Typically, incumbents would acquire these abilities through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a Ph.D. in a related field and several years’ experience in teaching and curriculum development in higher education, and in managing the work of other faculty as a department head or dean.
Eastern Connecticut State University is a public liberal arts institution characterized by an increasingly residential population, an innovative undergraduate program, and dynamic programs of professional preparation. The university serves a diverse population of approximately 5,000 full and part-time students in a rural environment east of Hartford and midway between New York City and Boston.
Rank and salary are dependent on qualifications. Excellent fringe benefits package available.
Screening will continue until the position is filled. Starting date is anticipated for early to mid June 2008. Persons interested should send letter of interest, current vitae, and three letters of reference. Nominations and applications should be sent to Ms. Diane Eubank, Office of Equity and Diversity, Eastern Connecticut State University, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic, Connecticut 06226-2295.
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Vice President for Student Affairs
Eastern Connecticut State University seeks to fill the position of Vice-President for Student Affairs. The Vice-President provides oversight and leadership for all matters relating to the general social, cultural, health, welfare, and retention of students and is charged with administering the following student affairs functions: student center and activities, residential life, career services, health services and counseling services, women’s center, intercultural center, accessibility services, orientation, student government, judicial and international student services. The Vice President reports directly to the President of the University.
QUALIFICATIONS: Earned doctorate required along with a minimum of five years of significant experience in a college or university at the senior management level in areas of student affairs. The successful candidate must also provide evidence of leadership ability, high ethical values, a commitment to strategic planning in a collegial environment, commitment to a multi cultural campus, strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and management skills.
Eastern Connecticut State University is a public liberal arts institution characterized by an increasingly residential population, an innovative undergraduate program, and dynamic programs of professional preparation. The university serves a diverse population of approximately 5,200 full and part-time students in a rural environment east of Hartford and midway between New York City and Boston.
Rank and salary are dependent on qualifications. Excellent fringe benefits package available.
Screening will continue until the position is filled. Starting date is anticipated for early to mid June 2008. Persons interested should send letter of interest, current vitae, and three letters of reference. Nominations and applications should be sent to: Ms. Diane Eubank, Office of Equity and Diversity, Eastern Connecticut State University, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic, Connecticut 06226-2295.
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Associate Dean
School of Education/Professional Studies and the Graduate Division
Position Description: The Associate Dean supports the Dean in managing the operations and activities
of the School and assists the Dean with the following: semester scheduling including coordination of graduate and undergraduate offerings; graduate student admissions and activities (e.g., recruiting, graduation); budgeting; faculty development; grant writing; research and report writing (e.g., NCATE, Title II); conferencing; outreach; catalog preparation; academic dismissals and appeals; and coordination of public relations materials. The Associate Dean may serve as Certification Officer and process the University’s recommendations for certification of program completers. The Associate Dean also acts
as liaison to the School of Arts and Sciences in such matters as the preparation of teachers. Further responsibilities include acting as liaison with a variety of on-campus offices in coordinating registration and scheduling activities, and to internal and external organizations/agencies as directed by the Dean. Additional activities include participation in distance learning, computer and other technology-related activities, as well as developing and maintaining the School’s Website.
Qualifications: At least three years of relevant administration experience in higher education. Master’s degree required; doctorate preferred. Successful candidate must possess strong communication and organizational skills, computer skills, and an ability to work in collaboration with students, faculty, and staff. Appropriate alternate qualifications and experience may be considered.
Application Procedure
Screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please send a letter of application, current vita, and contact information for three professional references to:
Ms. Patricia E. Kucharski, Administrative Assistant, School of Education and Professional Studies, Eastern Connecticut State University, Charles R. Webb Hall, Room 160, Willimantic, CT 06226.
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Director of Financial Aid and Veterans Affairs
Eastern Connecticut State University, Connecticut’s public liberal arts university, seeks a creative, experienced and highly motivated professional to manage and lead all aspects of university student financial aid and veterans affairs programs. As a member of the Division of Academic Affairs, the Director of Financial Aid and Veterans Affairs will provide the overall leadership and strategic vision for the Financial Aid Office. Responsibilities include daily operations oversight and staff supervision, ensuring federal, state and institutional aid policy and regulation compliance, and developing guidelines and procedures to best meet the needs of the University and its students. Working as a key member of the enrollment management leadership team, the Director will develop innovative strategies to achieve institutional goals, advance the use of technology and collaborate with internal and external constitutencies to best serve students.
Qualifications: A master’s degree and a minimum of five years experience in university administration with three years direct experience in financial aid is required. The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to formulate and implement relevant policy and motivate and supervisor staff. Experience with administering veterans’ assistance programs and SunGuard HE Banner ERP is preferred.
Application Procedures: Applications must include a cover letter, resume and a minimum of three written letters of professional reference. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with background and experience, and includes an excellent benefits package. Please forward complete applications to Ms. Kimberly Crone, Search Committee Chair, Office of Admissions and Enrollment Management, Eastern Connecticut State University, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic, CT 06226. Electronic applications may be sent to: cronek@easternct.edu
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Eastern Connecticut State University, Connecticut’s public liberal arts university, invites applications for the following position:
Coordinator Women’s Center
Under the supervision of the Vice President for Student Affairs or his designee the Coordinator of the Women’s Center:
Provides leadership in developing programs and services that promote the academic, personal, and professional achievement of women students and community members, manages the operation of the Center and oversees Center activities, and increases awareness and understanding on women’s concerns and gender equity issues. The coordinator may also teach in the Women’s Studies Minor degree program.
Qualifications: A Master’s Degree in women’s studies, counseling, student development, higher education administration or a related field is required. Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of issues significant to women in diverse communities, knowledge of laws related to women’s issues and expertise in the theory and practice of college student development are expected, preferably with three years of administrative and program development experience in higher education.
To apply submit a letter of interest, to
Nominations and applications along withcurrent resume and three current letters of recommendation should be addressed to:
Dr. Marcia P. McGowan
Chairperson, Search Committee Coordinator Women’s Center
C/o Dean of Students Office
Eastern Connecticut State University
83 Windham Street
Willimantic, CT 06226
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Eastern Connecticut State University, Connecticut’s public liberal arts university, invites applications for the following position:
Coordinator Intercultural Center
Under the supervision of the Vice President for Student Affairs or his designee the Coordinator of the Intercultural Center:
Provides leadership in developing programs and services that support and retain multicultural and international student populations, manages the national Student Exchange program, serves as the Designated School Official for international students including, but not limited to maintaining SEVIS system to track immigration paperwork and all paperwork related to issuance of I-20 and IAP-66, and coordinates the development and implementation of educational, cultural and social programs that enhance an understanding of diversity,
Qualifications: A Master’s Degree in student personnel, counseling, higher education administration or a related field related to multicultural and international student administration is required. Candidates must have demonstrated experience and knowledge of INS requirements and procedures for individuals on student visas along with preferably with three to five years of administrative and program development experience in higher education.
Nominations and applications should be addressed to:
Dr. Dorothea Hast
Chairperson, Search Committee Coordinator Intercultural Center
C/o Dean of Students Office
Eastern Connecticut State University
83 Windham Street
Willimantic, CT 06226
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Eastern Connecticut State University, Connecticut’s public liberal arts University invites applications for the following position:
ASSISTANT to the DIRECTOR of STUDENT CENTER/STUDENT ACTIVTIES:
Program Coordinator
The position reports to the Associate Director of Student Center/Activities and provides leadership and support to students on the Campus Activity Board (CAB) in planning and implementation of a comprehensive calendar of diverse co-curricular programs for students. The Program Coordinator will also advise the Senior Class Committee in fundraising and event planning for senior events and assist in the implementation of the University’s New Student Orientation program.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a combination of skills, including experience in advising student organizations, collaboration with faculty, negotiation and execution of talent contracts, effective application of student leadership development theory, excellent oral/written communication skills and supervisory ability.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree required (master’s degree preferred) and knowledge and experience in development of co-curricular student programs is essential. Two years of experience in student organization programming and the ability to relate effectively to students, faculty and staff is required. Appropriate alternate experience comparable to above may also be considered.
Please send cover letter, résumé, and (3) letters of reference to: Candace DeAngelis, Search Chair, Student Activities, Eastern Connecticut State University, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic, CT 0626-2295. E-mail submissions should be sent to deangelisc@easternct.edu.
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Eastern Connecticut State University, a Public Liberal Arts University, is searching for a
Director of Counseling and Psychological Services
Under the direction of the Vice President for Student Affairs, the Director leads, organizes, develops, administers, and evaluates confidential counseling and psychological services for the student body.
Duties include but are not limited to: Supervising Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) staff who provide developmental, psycho-educational and outreach/preventative counseling services to students; coordinating and supervising personal counseling services for individuals and groups; and providing leadership to CAPS staff in the development of programming designed to meet student needs. May provide direct service as needed.
Qualifications: A doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology or related field; or an MSW with Connecticut Licensure or eligibility for Connecticut Licensure. Direct experience providing individual and group counseling; five years of counseling experience in a college/university environment strongly preferred. Demonstrated administrative and supervisory abilities and experience in a college counseling setting strongly preferred. Proven effectiveness working with a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. Demonstrated strengths in interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills essential as are organizational ability, initiative, and flexibility.
Candidates must submit a cover letter, resume and three current letters of recommendation to: Dr. Paul A. Bryant, Acting Vice President for Student Affairs, Eastern CT State University, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic, CT 06226.
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Eastern Connecticut State University is seeking applicants for the following full-time position in our Information Technology Services Department.
Operations and Database Support Specialist
Duties include: Unix/Linux system administration and support; installation and support of server and PC systems, peripheral equipment and software; diagnosis and resolution of hardware and software problems; assist with maintenance and support of ERP systems and relational databases; assist with development of client-server and web-based applications. Qualifications: B.S./B.A. in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field. Minimum of two years’ experience working with Unix/Linux in a complex networked environment, or database administration is required. Knowledge of Unix/Linux server administration and/or Oracle database administration concepts and techniques is desirable.
Qualifications may be waived for individuals with applicable alternate experience. Submit your curriculum vitae, cover letter and three letters of reference to: Ms. Donna Whitman, ITS, Eastern Connecticut State University, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic, CT 06226.
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Residence Hall Director
Reporting to the Director of Housing and Residential Life, the Hall Director is responsible for providing a supportive living and learning environment for students of the University while working cooperatively in the selection, training, supervision and evaluation of student staff members. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate success working with college students with a progressive and educational focus. This is a 10 month live-in position. The job description is available on-line at: http://www.easternct.edu/depts/personnel/admin.html.
A Bachelors Degree and the demonstrated ability to relate effectively to resident college students and staff are required. A minimum of one to two years of residence life experience and Masters Degree are preferred. When applying for the position please send cover letter, resume and three current letters of recommendation to:
Paul Serignese
Assistant Director of Housing and Residential Life
Eastern Connecticut State University
Wood SSC, Room 242
83 Windham Street
Willimantic, CT 06226
Job Descriptio for Residence Hall Director
Under the general direction of the Vice President of Student Affairs and the immediate direction of the Director of Housing and Residential Life, the Hall Director is responsible for providing a satisfactory living and learning environment for students of the University while working cooperatively in the selection, training, supervision and evaluation of student staff members. This is a live-in position.
DUTIES
I. Student Development
A. Through direct involvement with student works to enhance the development of students in all aspects of residential life.
B. Acts as a general resources person providing and refers students for additional services.
C. Provides academic support under the supervision of the Office of Student Affairs.
D. Works cooperatively with the Housing and Residential Life Staff to enforce University Rules and Regulations.
E. Works with the Housing and Residential Life Staff in reporting violations of Rules and Regulations to appropriate judicial personnel and prepares cases and records for the Judicial System as required.
II. Administrative
A. Is aware of the physical condition of the area, reports property damage and physical plan problems and informs the Housing Office whether routine custodial work is being performed.
B. Supervises student staff in routine room inspection and performs an inspection of entire area physical plant prior to Thanksgiving Vacation, Spring Vacation, and before the last week of classes ends in each semester. The Hall Director, in cooperation with the Director of Housing and Residential Life, will perform a final inspection of the physical plant subsequent to departure of all residents.
C. Maintains inventory of all furniture and equipment assigned to the residence area. Reports any missing or damaged equipment immediately. The Hall Director will direct and assist the R.A. Staff and other University Staff in maintaining the facilities in an orderly fashion.
D. Is responsible for changes in room registrations within the hall, during the semester.
E. Shall provide scheduled coverage as assigned by the Director of Housing and Residential Life.
F. Works with student activities within the residence area.
G. Handles other administrative duties such as: key assignments, ordering new keys, requesting rekeying of rooms.
H. Supervises distribution of campus information and campus and off-campus mail to residents.
I. Prepares housing registration information for billing.
J. Develops work schedules for resident assistants within guidelines established.
K. Prepares reports as needed.
L. Represents the Office of Student Affairs and the University by attending workshops and meetings on or off-campus as needed.
M. Performs other duties and responsibilities related to those enumerated above which do not alter the basic level of responsibility of the position.
Qualifications: Ability to relate effectively to resident college students and staff. A Bachelor's Degree is required and a Master's preferred. These qualifications may be waived for individuals with appropriate alternate experience.
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Eastern Connecticut State University, Connecticut’s public liberal arts university invites applications for the following position:
Manager, Center for Instructional Technology
Responsibilities: The Center for Instructional Technology (CIT) division is within the Information Technology Services (ITS) department. CIT provides primary academic and instructional computing support for the University. The manager’s responsibilities include coordinating and managing the configuration of all academic computing facilities under the jurisdiction of ITS; acting as a liaison between ITS, the faculty and students, managing technology training; assisting in web design; managing and maintaining student portal and providing analysis and recommendation for technology solutions.
Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent with at least five years of experience supporting instructional technology within an educational environment. Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communications skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, MAC OS and Linux operating systems, hardware and software installation, application support and desktop image management. Demonstrate ability to supervisor staff. Budgeting experience is a plus. Working knowledge of several of the following is also required: Microsoft Product Suite, Blackboard/Vista, Alteris, multimedia systems, Adobe, Contribute, web programming portal technology such as Luminis. A Master’s Degree in a related discipline is a plus. These qualifications may be waived for individuals with appropriate alternate experience.
Letter of interest, résumé, and three current letters of reference may be sent to: Ms. Ellen Gillette, Hurley Hall 117, Eastern Connecticut State University, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic, CT 06226-2211. Screening will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
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Eastern Connecticut State University invites applications for the following vacancy in the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics:
Head Women’s Volleyball Coach/Assistant Sports Information Director
Full-time Non Instructional Faculty appointment (ten month) begins August 2008. Responsibilities: Primary Assignment: All aspects of coaching and program development for a highly competitive women’s volleyball team within institutional, conference and NCAA Division III regulations, inclusive of scheduling, budget management, fundraising, and recruitment and retention of student-athletes. Secondary Assignment: Assist the Sports Information Director in aspects of the college’s sports information office to include the writing of game summaries and press releases; update website; assist in coordination of home events in regards to media operations, statistics and videotaping; and in the preparation of publications. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred. Evidence of successful experience as a head coach or substantial assistant experience in volleyball at the collegiate level as well as evidence of strong recruitment of student-athletes within institutional guidelines. Understanding of statistical needs of a variety of sports, writing skills, computer skills, working knowledge and familiarity with “StatCrew” software helpful. Compensation is competitive and dependent upon qualifications with an excellent benefits package.
Qualified applicants should send letter of application, resume and three letters of recommendation to the attention of: Mr. Bill Geitner, Search Committee Chair, ECSU Sports Center, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic, CT 06226. Position open until filled.
Eastern Connecticut State University aggressively pursues a program of equal employment and educational opportunity and affirmative action. Members of all underrepresented groups, women, veterans and person with disabilities are invited and encouraged to apply.
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Technical Assistant for Science Departments
Qualifications: Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a science field such as: biology, chemistry, hydrology, geology and/or physical sciences. Mechanical aptitude is required; experience in database management is important; experience cataloguing rock and mineral collections, a plus.
Job Description: The Science Building Lab Technician Assistant position is responsible for maintaining health and safety guidelines associated with chemical lab management for biological, physical and environmental earth science departments. He/she is expected to perform the following duties, assisting the Technical Supervisor in preparing labs for 3 departments:
1. Manage inventory of equipment and chemicals.
2. Prepare, clean and maintain lab and field equipment and instruments used in experiments.
3. Prepare chemical reagents and biological media according to formulae, assuming responsibility for their accuracy.
4. Be aware and enforce National Fire Prevention Act, MSDS and New Hampshire bar code system guidelines for health and safety as needed in all lab management activities.
5. Support the work of teachers in classes and lab sessions.
6. Supervise the work of student workers, ensuring that all health and safety procedures are understood and followed correctly.
Respond to: Please send letter of interest, CV, transcript and 3 letters of recommendation to Stephen Shimchick, Technical Supervisor for Science Departments, Goddard Hall, Eastern Connecticut State University, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic, CT.
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ECSU is an AA/EEO employer. Women, members of protected classes and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
