Employment
Welcome.
Wells College is located in the scenic Finger Lakes region of central New York, known for its beauty and high concentration of outstanding colleges and universities. The village of Aurora is centrally located and provides easy access to metropolitan, cultural, and educational centers — 25 minutes from Ithaca; 1 hour from Rochester and Syracuse; 2 ½ hours from Buffalo, Niagara Falls and Canada; and 5 hours from New York City.
Full-time employees are eligible for a wide range of benefits including health and
life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, long-term disability insurance, EAP, course
attendance, dependent tuition benefits, 11 paid holidays and vacation, sick and personal
time off.
Kit Van Orman
Manager of Human Resources and Business Services
Wells College
Aurora, NY 13026
Phone: 315.364.3317
Fax: 315.364.3295
Email: hr@wells.edu
If you are interested in applying for an open position, please complete an application
and return it to wellsjobs@wells.edu.
Employment Application
CURRENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Wells College is a small selective co-educational liberal arts college located in
central New York. The College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal
opportunity for all persons. Wells College seeks to promote diversity in all of its
hires; under-represented populations are strongly encouraged to apply.
STAFF POSITIONS
Dean of Students
Wells College, located on beautiful Cayuga Lake in the Finger Lakes region of Central New York, seeks an energetic innovative educator as its Dean of Students. Founded in 1868, Wells provides an academically rigorous liberal arts and relationship-based educational experience strengthened by the College's small size (500 students), residential atmosphere, and dedication to hands-on learning. Reporting to the Provost, the Dean of Students is the chief student affairs officer overseeing a broad array of programs and services within the Division of Academic and Student Life (in the areas of Residence Life and Learning Communities, Student Activities and Leadership, and Chaplaincy) that support the educational, social, and cultural needs of the student body. The Dean actively collaborates with other members of the division, faculty, staff, and students to create rich learning opportunities that integrate academic experiences with life outside the classroom. The Dean of Students is a member of the President's Senior Staff and is responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of student life while providing leadership and supervision to its staff members. This senior administrator acts as a student advocate and serves as a liaison between students and members of the faculty and staff. As with all staff, ultimately the work is to facilitate students' educational experiences, persistence, and success.
Requirements are: a Master's Degree in higher education administration, student personnel,
counseling, or a related field; at least five years experience with progressively
increasing responsibilities; demonstrated administrative effectiveness in project
planning, budget management, and supervision; experience in a residential liberal
arts institution including on-call crisis management and judicial affairs; and demonstrated
success fostering student development, collaborating with faculty and staff, and creating
innovative solutions. The ideal candidate has demonstrated commitment to serving students
with diverse backgrounds, interests, goals and abilities; effectiveness in planning
and assessment of student programming and services; experience fostering learning
and work environments that promote and maintain an atmosphere of respect; ability
to handle extremely sensitive and confidential matters professionally, work independently
with little supervision, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
Applicants should submit in one PDF a cover letter, résumé, and contact information
for three (3) references to wellsjobs@wells.edu. Review of applications will begin
immediately and continue until an appointment is made. Starting date is negotiable
following completion of search. The College seeks to promote diversity in all of its
hires and encourages people to apply who can further expand students' education through
inclusive approaches. Wells College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination
and equal opportunity for all persons. No phone calls please.
Microcomputer Support Technician
Wells College, a co-educational liberal arts college in western NY, seeks applicants for the full time, 12-month position of Microcomputer Support Technician. The primary responsibilities of this position are: respond to service calls from users in a timely manner and communicate the status of the solution with the requestor and the IT Department ; maintain and provide first level troubleshooting support for PCs, Macs, Printers and classroom presentation technologies; provide one-on-one and group training as required; PC image development (MS Office, SPSS, Kaspersky antivirus, etc.) as appropriate for classroom podiums, computer labs and individual offices; provide PC and AV support for campus events; assist with hiring, training and supervising student employees; remain current with new software and hardware products relevant to the mission of the Department (server virtualization, active directory, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.) and perform other duties as assigned. Minimum requirements are a bachelor’s degree in computer science or related disciplines and one year of experience in network or PC support. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The expected start date is mid-February 2012.
Interested candidates should e-mail , a letter of application, resume, and a list of three references with current phone numbers to wellsjobs@wells.edu; Attn: Ms. Kit Van Orman, Manager of Human Resources and Business Services, Wells College, 170 Main Street, Aurora, NY 13026. The College is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all person regardless of (but not limited to) race, color, religions, ethic or national origin, sex, age, varying physical and mental abilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or political beliefs. The College is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws regarding non-discrimination. No phone calls please.
Reference, Instruction and Outreach Librarian
Wells College seeks a dynamic and forward-thinking individual with a deep commitment to library leadership, innovation and customer service to coordinate library activities associated with public services and outreach. The Reference, Instruction and Outreach Librarian leads in public service activities including reference, instruction, collection development, and library outreach. The ability to lead and manage these services while serving as a catalyst for change is critical. The position reports to the Library Director.
Qualifications: MLS or equivalent from an ALA accredited program; demonstrated energy, initiative, and commitment to customer service; one to two years experience in an academic library, especially in the areas of instruction and reference with increased programmatic responsibilities over time; collection development experience including material selection knowledge of major library databases and some experience with electronic resource selection, licensing and access; excellent communication and technical skills; and the ability to lead and excel in a collegial environment contributing to the College's commitment to intercultural and global education.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the final candidate is selected. Send a cover letter with salary expectations; résumé; and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references (all in PDF) to: Library Search via e-mail at wellsjobs@wells.edu. No phone calls please.
FACULTY POSITIONS
Assistant Professor of Biology (Genetics/Molecular Biology)
Wells College invites applications for a tenure-track position in Biology at the assistant professor level, starting in Fall 2012. A Ph.D. in biology is required as is excellent teaching and a commitment to the liberal arts. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in genetics, molecular and cellular biology, microbiology, and introductory genomics & bioinformatics; contribute to capstone courses for biology and chemistry majors; and participate in the College's general education curriculum including first-year seminars. Applicants should be committed to innovative teaching, investigative learning, conscientious advising, and their own continuing intellectual growth. It is expected that the successful candidate will carry out research in partnership with Wells students.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, statements of teaching philosophy and research interests, transcripts, and three letters of references (all in PDF) to: wellsjobs@wells.edu Attn: Biology Search Committee. Review of applications will begin January 13, 2012, and will continue until the position is filled.
Assistant Professor of Studio Art
Wells College seeks a candidate to fill a full-time, tenure-track position in Studio Arts at the level of Assistant Professor. This artist-educator will teach courses in several areas—foundation courses in drawing and two-dimensional design, computer-aided graphic design, lens-based media—and participate in the College's general education curriculum, including first-year seminars. This person will also direct senior thesis work and exhibitions and independent-study projects. While scholarship and service are valued and supported at Wells College, the school emphasizes excellence in undergraduate teaching. Attending to the College's commitment to liberal arts education, the ideal candidate will have complementary competences in some of the following areas: interactive media; painting; printmaking; artists' books; contemporary art theory and writing; gallery management; and interdisciplinary practice and research. We seek a colleague who enjoys teaching and advising undergraduates, is collaborative and collegial, and is willing to develop the visual arts programs by adding his/her approaches and areas of interest. We welcome innovation and creativity in teaching methods and educational philosophy. The candidate must possess an MFA at the time of hire; should show a record of exhibitions as an artist; and should possess experience teaching at the postsecondary level.
Please send a letter of interest with a URL of a website featuring current work, cv, teaching philosophy, and names, addresses, phone and email information for three references (all in PDF) to: wellsjobs@wells.edu Attn: Visual Arts Search. Review of applications will commence on January 23, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled.
Assistant Professor of Business
Wells College seeks applications for a full-time tenure track position as Assistant
Professor of Business starting in the academic year 2012-2013. Candidates must demonstrate
excellence in teaching as well as commitment to undergraduate education and the liberal
arts. The successful candidate will teach courses at all levels in business and will
contribute to the College's general education curriculum including first-year seminars.
Candidates should have the Ph.D. in hand by May 2012; area of specialization is open.
Applications must include a cover letter, a C.V. a statement of teaching philosophy,
a statement of research, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and three letters
of reference (all in PDF) and should be submitted to wellsjobs@wells.edu. Review of applications will begin on February 15, 2012 and continue until the position
is filled. Wells College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity
for all persons. The College seeks to promote diversity in all of its hires; members
of under-represented populations are strongly encouraged to apply. No phone calls
please.
Visitng Assistant Professor of Education
Wells College seeks applications for a two-year visiting position as Assistant Professor of Education beginning August 2012. Candidates must demonstrate excellence in teaching as well as commitment to undergraduate education and the liberal arts. The successful candidate will teach courses at all levels in secondary education and will contribute to the College's general education curriculum including first-year seminars. Other responsibilities will include supervising field experiences and student teaching. It is essential for candidates to have secondary teaching experience (grades 7-12), a strong background in instructional technology, a commitment to issues of diversity, and a Ph.D. in hand by May 2012. Applications must include a cover letter, a C.V., a statement of teaching philosophy, a statement of research, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and three letters of reference (all in PDF) and should be submitted to wellsjobs@wells.edu. Review of applications will begin on February 15, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. Wells College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons. The College seeks to promote diversity in all of its hires; members of under-represented populations are strongly encouraged to apply.
Assistant Professor of Spanish
Wells College, a small liberal arts college in Aurora, N.Y., seeks applications for
a full-time tenure track position as Assistant Professor of Spanish, with a specialization
in Latin American studies starting in the academic year 2012-2013. Candidates must
demonstrate excellence in teaching as well as commitment to undergraduate education
and the liberal arts. The successful candidate will teach courses at all levels in
language, culture and literature and will contribute to the College’s general education
curriculum including first-year seminars. Native or near-native command of Spanish
is essential. Candidates should have the Ph.D. in hand by May 2012.
Applications must include a cover letter, a C.V. a statement of teaching philosophy,
a statement of research, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and the names and
contact information for three references (all in PDF) and should be submitted to wellsjobs@wells.edu. Review of applications will begin on February 15, 2012 and continue until the position
is filled. Wells College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity
for all persons. The College seeks to promote diversity in all of its hires; members
of under-represented populations are strongly encouraged to apply. No phone calls
please.
Positions are posted as they become available. Please check back often.
The College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of (but not limited to) race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, age, varying physical or mental abilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or political beliefs. The College is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws regarding nondiscrimination.