Job Opportunities: Green Mountain College

Job Opportunities

ART FACULTY POSITIONS

Green Mountain College, an innovative liberal arts college with an environmental focus, seeks to fill one or two faculty positions in art. In addition to teaching courses within the major, all faculty members contribute to the interdisciplinary Environmental Liberal Arts General Education Program. Green Mountain’s first priority is effective, committed teaching and advising. Located in Vermont’s beautiful Lake District, the historic campus is surrounded by outstanding opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Painting and Drawing: We seek an assistant professor of Art with expertise in Painting and Drawing. The successful candidate will demonstrate an active gallery exhibition record. A strong background in historical and contemporary theory/practice is desirable. Candidates with additional expertise in other 2D studio areas (such as printmaking), art history, art theory, or environmental art will be given special consideration.

Photography: We seek an assistant professor of Art with expertise in Digital Photography and New Media. Primary teaching responsibilities include courses in digital, analog and new media photography. Additional responsibilities include the maintenance and supervision of the photography lab. The successful candidate will have a strong background in historical and contemporary theory and practice as related to the medium, and demonstrate an active exhibition/ media production record. Candidates with additional expertise in video and film, art history, art theory, or environmental art will be given special consideration.

Qualifications: MFA required. Previous college teaching experience beyond graduate teaching assistantships is advantageous.

We are no longer accepting new applications for the Art Faculty positions. The Search Committee is currently reviewing the applications received prior to January 8. Please contact Shelby Phillips at phillipsslf@greenmtn.edu if you have any further questions.

Green Mountain College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Green Mountain College is a member of the Eco-League consortium of environmentally-themed colleges: www.ecoleague.org. Please see our website at www.greenmtn.edu

BUSINESS FACULTY POSITION:

Green Mountain College seeks candidates for a new faculty line in business. Green Mountain is an innovative liberal arts college recognized nationally and internationally for its environmental mission. With a fifty year history of teaching undergraduate business majors, Green Mountain College was the first educational institution to offer an accredited online M.B.A. in Sustainable Business. The College is located in Vermont’s beautiful southern Lake District and offers an attractive small town Vermont lifestyle, outstanding outdoor recreation, and access to leading thinkers and practitioners in sustainable/green business and education.

We seek an assistant/associate professor of business. Responsibilities include teaching in the undergraduate business and the M.B.A. in Sustainable Business programs, as well as contributing to the interdisciplinary Environmental Liberal Arts General Education Program. The successful candidate will hold: (1) an M.B.A. (in the case of significant senior officer experience in sustainable business); or (2) a Ph.D./DBA. S/he will have expertise in leadership and strategy or human resources or operations management, and will contribute to GMC’s growing strength in sustainable business education based on the stakeholder theory of the firm. Distance education experience is a plus.

Green Mountain offers a supportive environment that values and encourages faculty growth and contributions. Our salaries are competitive with those of similar small, private colleges and our benefits are excellent. To apply, please send a cover letter with a statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, sample course evaluations (as applicable), and 3 letters of reference to: Thomas Mauhs-Pugh, Dean of the Faculty, Green Mountain College, One Brennan Circle, Poultney, VT 05764. You may FAX materials to (802) 287-8080 or send an attachment to an email to phillipsslf@greenmtn.edu. Review of applications begins early December. The position commences August 2010, pending budget approval.

Green Mountain College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Green Mountain College is a member of the Eco-League consortium of environmentally-themed colleges: www.ecoleague.org. Please visit our website at www.greenmtn.edu.

STAFF POSITIONS

Position Title: Director of Development
Department: Development
Salary Range: Full-time, exempt position
Reports To: President

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide leadership and oversight for all aspects of the development operation including annual fund, major gifts, planned giving, corporate and foundation relations, and development services
Work closely with the President, senior administrators and the Board of Trustees to identify and prioritize gifts critical to the College
Devise and implement a strategic, systematic plan for identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major gift prospects/donors
Coordinate and collaborate with faculty and staff in the development of grant proposals for corporate, foundation and government support
Ensure compliance with all donor reporting requirements and maintain detailed system-resident records
Attend major fundraising events and represent the College in a positive light to donors, prospects, and to other constituent groups
Prepare regular progress reports for staff and trustees; interact on a frequent basis with the Development Committee Chair and other trustee members

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree; master’s degree a plus
At least five years of direct fundraising experience
A track record of participating in and leading successful development programs, including annual fund, major gifts, planned giving, corporate and foundation relations
Ability to ask for and demonstrated track record of closing major gifts
Experience in creating and carrying out long range fundraising plans tied to quantifiable goals and objectives
Ability to build strong relationships with all constituents, and particularly with alumni from different eras of the College’s history
Capacity to communicate verbally in a compelling and persuasive manner the exciting mission, vision and plans of Green Mountain College
Comfort in a very hands-on fundraising environment
Ability to travel frequently and work flexible hours

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION ARE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.

Position Title: Boiler Technician
Department: Facilities
Salary Range: Full-time, hourly position
Reports To: Master Plumber in consultation with the Director of Facility Services

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operation/installation, repair and maintenance of campus steam and hydronic heating systems, including the main steam plant and components
Maintain proper operating records as required for operation of system components, as well as for any state and/or local permit reporting requirements.
Perform any testing as necessary for operation of system components and for meeting any state and/or local permit reporting requirements
Operation/installation, repair and maintenance of DDC, pneumatic and electronic control systems
Assist with installation, repair and maintenance of steel piping systems (welded, flanged and threaded), copper and plastic piping systems, and valves (manual, pneumatic and electric drive). This shall include piping systems associated with steam, water, wastewater and chemical systems.
Assist with installation, repair and maintenance of toilets/urinals, showers and lavatories.
Assist with the operation/installation, repair and maintenance of pumps, motors, ventilation fans and commercial kitchen appliances.
Provide assistance to the Director of Facility Services as necessary to maintain inventories of parts and supplies as required for daily operations.
Respond to emergency situations as required
Maintain the main boiler room, building-associated mechanical spaces, tools and equipment in a sage and orderly manner
Maintain necessary record and report facility needs to the appropriate individuals

QUALIFICATIONS:

A high school diploma or equivalent, a certificate from an advance one year technical/vocation air conditioning and heating program and two years of full-time experience in skilled commercial/industrial heating OR a high school diploma or equivalent, and three years of full-time experience in skilled commercial/industrial heating is required.
Excellent working knowledge of safety codes, practices and procedures is required.
Must be able to read, write and comprehend common vocabulary.
May be required to read, interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams, plans, layouts and/or templates.
Ability to traverse elevated catwalks, to use ladders – portable and fixed – for access to equipment operating and service points, the use of lifts, and the ability to work on systems from an elevated position.
Ability to regularly lift heavy loads (40-80 lbs) and to move fully loaded 55-gallon drums.
Good attendance and adherence to established work schedules is critical
Project a cordial and professional attitude toward co-workers, faculty, staff, students and visitors to the institution.

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION ARE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.

Position Title: Director of Admissions
Department: Admissions
Salary Range: Full-time, exempt position
Reports To: Dean of Enrollment Management

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plan, research, implement and evaluate the specific programs, functions and services of the admissions office, including operating policies, procedures, methods and systems in accordance with College goals and objectives as well as changing external conditions.
Supervise admissions staff. Plan and conduct training programs and staff meetings. Oversee scheduling for student recruiting and other admissions office events. Confer regularly with staff to plan, coordinate and evaluate programs/activities.
Motivate and encourage enrollment team towards meeting and exceeding aggressive goals and metrics. Conducts training, coaching and mentoring for new and existing counselors.
Assist with enrollment planning and management functions, including: budget administration. Monitor and manage the department budget.
Review applications and admit students. Approve and make final decisions on admission recommendations made by other Admissions staff reviewing applications.
Confer regularly with College administrators, faculty and staff to plan, coordinate and evaluate programs/services/policies/systems. Serve on various GMC committees.
Collaborates with offices including Registrar, Financial Aid, Business and Finance, Residence Life and others to maximize the College’s ability to recruit and retain highly talented, highly qualified students.
Represent the College to a variety of outside constituencies, including high school personnel and the like.
Interview students applying for admission to the College. Confer with parents regarding College programs, admissions standards, status of application and so forth.
Manage admissions records systems and oversee/carry out the preparation of various internal and external reports related to admissions functions.
Keep abreast of relevant developments and trends in higher education admissions strategies, methods and systems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree, with masters degree in student personnel services or other appropriate discipline desirable.
A minimum of 3-5 years of college admission experience required with proven track record in leading/managing direct reports.
Experience in private higher education admissions and the ability to articulate the value of a liberal arts education.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to interact with a wide range of individuals and be a good team member.
Strong writing and public speaking skills are highly valued.
Ability to work weekends and evening as needed and travel frequently.

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION ARE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.

Position Title: Learning Center Administrative Assistant
Department: Calhoun Learning Center
Salary Range: Part-time, hourly position (20 hours per week)
Reports To: Learning Center Director

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain and update the Learning Center’s record keeping databases
Assist in producing monthly, semester, and annual reports
Receive and record Learning Center disclosure and documentation paperwork
Coordinate mailings to prospective and current students
Assist with departmental correspondence
Assist with preparation and coordination of various Learning Center special programs and skills workshops
Routinely handle confidential information
Assist with special departmental events to include new student orientation activities
Maintain and update paper and electronic files
Answer phones, take messages, schedule appointments, sort and distribute mail, monitor and order office supplies
Occasional evening and weekend work required
Assist, as necessary, in training and supervising the Learning Center’s student tutors and office assistant

QUALIFICATIONS:

Demonstrated and working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including, but not limited to Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Familiarity in using spreadsheets and database software
Excellent office management skills, with strong writing, editing, and proof reading ability
Ability to work collaboratively and to maintain a collegial working relationship with a variety of students and with other College employees
Excellent communication and organizational skills with attention paid to detail and ability to multitask

Direct telephone inquires to: Paul Millette, Director of the Library, IT Services and Learning Support Services, at 802-287-8223, or email at: millettep@greenmtn.edu

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION ARE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.

If you believe that you meet the qualifications for the above staff positions, please submit a resume to Janie Evans in the Human Resource Department:
evansmj@greenmtn.edu
Fax: 802-287-8096

Green Mountain College
1 Brennan Circle
Poultney, VT 05764

Green Mountain College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.