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Davis & Elkins College, a private college in the liberal arts tradition, invites applications for a full-time position as Director of The Naylor Learning Center, beginning July 1, 2021. A Master’s degree in Special Education or a closely related field with a minimum of three years’ experience in Higher Education, Academic Advising, Special Education or Counseling is required.  Candidates with excellent communication, social, conflict resolution, crisis intervention and management skills, along with the desire, knowledge and ability to work with diverse students and community partners to encourage and empower students to take ownership of their education, are encouraged to apply.

Davis & Elkins College is an affiliate of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and covenant partner with the Presbytery of West Virginia and seeks to “prepare and inspire students for success and for thoughtful engagement in the world.” To fulfill this mission, The Naylor Learning Center is committed to providing every student with the support they need in order to achieve academic success. The Naylor Learning Center’s mission is to: support the heightened performance of students and faculty campus wide; transform the learning experience of students with learning differences/ disabilities and facilitate greater access to higher education. We continue this work by offering weekly supportive student meetings, tutoring, study groups, educating faculty, staff and students about learning styles, challenges and strategies for academic success. 

The Director candidate’s primary responsibility will be to ensure the integrity of The Naylor Learning Center by supervising and leading all Naylor Learning Center programs and staff and working cooperatively with faculty, staff and students, as well as with the Admissions Office. The Director will also be responsible for evaluating and verifying documentation of students requesting accommodations; recruiting, educating and evaluating Supported Learning program students, and instructors.

All applications must include a letter of interest addressing how he or she can fulfill the requirements of the position and advance the mission of the College, and the names and contact information (including phone numbers and email addresses) of three professional references. Official transcripts and a background check will be required before an appointment is made.

Please submit materials electronically via email to Ms. Donna McCauley, Administrative Assistant, Office of Academic Affairs, Davis & Elkins College at mccauleyd@dewv.edu. Please write “Director-Naylor Learning Center” in the subject line. Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled, but applications received on or before March 30, 2021, will receive full consideration.

Davis & Elkins College, a private college in the liberal arts tradition, invites applications for a full-time position in Education, beginning in August 2021. A Master’s degree in Special Education or a closely related field with a minimum of three years’ experience in Special Education is required. Candidates with doctoral coursework or an earned doctorate in Special Education (or a closely related field) plus college teaching, assessment and accreditation experience plus the desire and ability to work with diverse students and community partners are especially encouraged to apply.

While the successful candidate will have broad interests in special education, a specialty and experience in Autism is desirable. Rank and salary are dependent upon qualifications and experience and the position is renewable upon satisfactory performance. Davis & Elkins College is an affiliate of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and covenant partner with the Presbytery of West Virginia.

Davis & Elkins College seeks to “prepare and inspire students for success and for thoughtful engagement in the world.” To fulfill this mission, the successful candidate will be committed to providing a rigorous and collaborative education that professionally prepares students for classroom teaching positions working with and for diverse student populations. We continue this work by involving our students in the cultural, civic, educational and economic development of our city, state, and region by establishing partnerships and serving as a resource for all who seek to improve their local communities.

The faculty member’s primary responsibility will be teaching introductory and upper-level courses within the Special Education program. Candidates who can teach some combination of courses in Autism, literacy, assessment and instructional methods for students with diverse abilities is a plus as is experience and interest in different teaching modalities (in-person, online and hybrid). Additional responsibilities include advising students, continuing professional development and service to the department, College and community.

All applications must include a letter of interest addressing how he or she can fulfill the requirements of the position and advance the mission of the College, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information (including phone numbers and e-mail addresses) of three professional references. Official transcripts and a background check will be required before an appointment is made.

Please submit materials electronically via e-mail to Ms. Donna McCauley, Administrative Assistant, Office of Academic Affairs, Davis & Elkins College at mccauleyd@dewv.edu. Please write Education in the subject line. Review of applications will begin immediately, and all applications received on or before March 5, 2021 will receive full consideration.

The English Department of Davis & Elkins College is seeking adjunct instructors to teach the following courses in Fall 2021:

Creative Writing.  The successful instructor will offer introductory seminars in poetry, creative nonfiction, and fiction.  An MFA and some publication is preferred; a bachelor’s degree in English or related field is required. 

Composition: The successful instructor will teach one or two sections of ENGL 101, an inquiry-based writing course in which students learn the “basics” of written expression. An MA in English or related field required.

Foundations of Reading and Writing: The successful instructor will teach one course of FND 104, an introductory course in reading comprehension and essay writing designed to prepare students for entrance into the English composition and literature courses required for the college’s degree programs. An MA in English or related field required.

All applications must include a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information (including phone numbers and email addresses) of three professional references. Official transcripts and a background check will be required before an appointment is made.

Please submit materials electronically via email to Ms. Donna McCauley, Administrative Assistant, Office of Academic Affairs, Davis & Elkins College at mccauleyd@dewv.edu. Please write “English – Adjunct” in the subject line. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.

Davis & Elkins College, a private college in the liberal arts tradition, invites applications for a full-time position in History, beginning in August 2021. A PhD in History with specialization in a non-U.S. field is preferred, but applicants who are ABD in any non-U.S. field will be considered. Priority will also be given to applicants with college teaching and advising experience. Rank and salary are dependent upon qualifications and experience. The position is renewable upon satisfactory performance. Davis & Elkins College is an affiliate of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and covenant partner with the Presbytery of West Virginia.

Davis & Elkins College seeks to “prepare and inspire students for success and for thoughtful engagement in the world.” The college is committed to providing a history curriculum that helps accomplish this mission. Though a rigorous and collaborative education that encourages students to take a critical and comprehensive view of the past, Davis & Elkins provides students with opportunities to consider how historical trends have shaped the world we live in today. We support this work by involving our students in the cultural, civic, and economic development of our city, state, and region by establishing partnerships and serving as a resource for all who seek to improve their local communities.

The faculty member’s primary responsibility will be teaching both introductory and upper-level history courses with a non-U.S. focus. Opportunities exist to develop courses within the successful candidate’s area of specialty. The successful candidate will also have interest in collaborating with other departments to help develop and grow minor or certificate programs in areas such as international relations and pre-law. Additional responsibilities include advising students, serving on College committees, and pursuing continuing professional development.

All applications must include a letter of interest addressing how the applicant can fulfill the requirements of the position and advance the mission of the College, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information (including phone numbers and e-mail addresses) of four professional references. Official transcripts and a background check will be required before an appointment is made.

Please submit materials electronically via e-mail to Ms. Donna McCauley, Administrative Assistant, Office of Academic Affairs, Davis & Elkins College at mccauleyd@dewv.edu. Please write History in the subject line. Review of applications will begin immediately, and all applications received on or before June 1, 2021 will receive full consideration.

National Management Resources Corporation32 reviews – Elkins, WV

Like to help people? Enjoy providing excellent cleaning services? Join our Housekeeping Team serving Davis and Elkins College. National is a leading provider of facilities management services in higher education. The Housekeeping Team keeps Davis and Elkins looking picture-perfect.

Clean a variety of campus buildings including classrooms, offices, labs, residence halls, athletic facilities, etc. Perform general and project cleaning as needed to keep buildings in top condition at all times.
This is a full-time year-round position and includes health benefits, a 401k plan, paid holidays and paid vacation/personal time.  Drug screen and background check are required. EOE
To learn more about National please visit: www.teamnational.com

Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $9.00 /hour

JOB SUMMARY: 

Assist college faculty, staff and students with technology needs. Provide troubleshooting for college computers, network, hardware and software applications. Correct user problems and answer questions through telephone, email, in-person and remote support.  Provide logon and email support to all students, faculty and staff. Work with other IT staff to service the technology needs of the college. Use campus ticketing systems to log any and all IT related work requests.

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

• Answer inbound support calls
• Possess strong written and oral communication skills
• Use campus ticketing systems to log any and all IT related work requests, add notes and document the resolution
• Provide access support for campus systems, including email, WIFI and Sakai
• Monitor and prioritize Helpdesk tickets
• Be Customer Service oriented
• Other duties as assigned

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

Skills / Abilities and Knowledge

• Ability to work with and have knowledge of many operating systems including:
  • Microsoft Office 2007 and 2010 (Access, Excel, IE, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word)
  • Apple IOS support
• Strong knowledge of computer hardware/software installation and troubleshooting procedures
• Ability to work independently and collegially with little supervision
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to approach problems and people with a professional minded mannerism
• Ability to work in a developing and changing technological environment
• Highly motivated and a team player
• Ability to be on time
• Good problem-solving skills and decision making
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Flexible, resourceful, willing to learn / cross-train / teach
• Receptive to feedback from all constituents

 EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associates Degree in Computer Science or comparable certifications or related work experience of at least 1 year required. A+ certification a plus.

 WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Office hours between 8:30am-5:00pm, occasional weekend hours may be required
• Business Causal dress policy
• Medium work: Lifting up to 50 lbs., frequent carrying of objects of 25+ lbs.
• Climbing, balancing, stooping and bending are required, along with hearing and vision.

 Interested applications should submit cover letter, resume and references to:

 Ms. Jane Corey

Human Resource Director

coreym@dewv.edu

Please write “Helpdesk Technician” in the subject line of the email.

Davis & Elkins College, a private college in the liberal arts tradition, invites applications for a full-time position within the Department of Business and Entrepreneurship. A master’s degree in business, a related field or an MBA is required. Teaching and professional experience and ability is preferred. While specialization is open, we seek candidates who have academic and professional interests in some combination of marketing, management and leadership. The position is renewable upon satisfactory performance and rank is dependent upon qualifications. The Department is accredited through IACBE and Davis & Elkins College is an affiliate of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and a covenant partner with the Presbytery of West Virginia.

Davis & Elkins College seeks to “prepare and inspire students for success and for thoughtful engagement in the world.” To fulfill this mission, the Department is committed to providing a rigorous education that also provides students with opportunities for experiential learning, and encourages entrepreneurship, collaboration and practical problem-solving. We also seek to support and advance the professional and economic development of our city, state and region by establishing partnerships and serving as a resource for all who seek to improve their local communities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

We seek applicants with a strong interest in teaching, advising and mentoring, who will be able to teach a variety of introductory and upper level courses in marketing, management and leadership. Service to the Department and College, a willingness to collaborate across academic disciplines, and an interest in developing community partnerships is also required.

Application Instructions 

Interested applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, the contact information for three academic or professional references and a cover letter which speaks to how the applicant expects to fulfill the responsibilities of the position and advance the Mission of the College.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Full consideration will be given to all applicants who apply on or before October 15, 2019. The start date is negotiable, but we would prefer that the selected candidate be available for the Spring 2020 semester. Nominations and applications can be submitted to Ms. Donna McCauley at mccauleyd@dewv.edu. Please write Marketing in the subject line.

Davis & Elkins College, a private college in the liberal arts tradition, invites applications for a full-time position in Nursing beginning in August 2021. The successful candidate will join a collegial faculty in a Department with multiple programs (RN, RN-BSN and BSN) and a commitment to student success, as demonstrated by consistently excellent NCLEX pass and post-graduation employment rates. Licensure as a registered professional nurse in West Virginia or the ability to attain licensure, a master’s degree in Nursing plus teaching and professional experience is preferred, but candidates with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing and professional experience will be considered. All candidates without a master’s degree in Nursing will be required to enroll in a program within one year and demonstrate satisfactory progress toward degree completion to retain the position. Expertise in the Psyc, Pediatric or Med/Surg areas are strongly preferred. The position is renewable upon satisfactory performance and rank is dependent upon qualifications. An affiliate of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and covenant partner with the Presbytery of West Virginia, the College is in Elkins, W.Va. Elkins is an affordable place to live with plentiful cultural events and year-round outdoor recreational opportunities.

Davis & Elkins College seeks to “prepare and inspire students for success and for thoughtful engagement in the world.” To fulfill this mission, the successful candidate will be committed to providing a rigorous education that prepares students for employment and further education in the Nursing field. We continue this work by involving our students in the cultural, civic, educational and economic development of our city, state, and region by establishing partnerships with local health care providers and serving as a resource for all who seek to improve their local communities.

The successful candidate will: provide quality education for students in the nursing program through the use of classroom and/or clinical instruction; promote an environment conducive to student growth and satisfaction: participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the nursing curriculum; participate in the selection of learning experiences for students; evaluate students in the classroom and clinical area; participate in advising of assigned students and engage in service at the division, college, and community levels.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae and contact information for three professional references to Ms. Donna McCauley at mccauleyd@dewv.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Davis & Elkins College, a private college in the liberal arts tradition, invites applications for a full-time position in Product Design, beginning in August 2021. Candidates with a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Computer Science or an engineering-related field and/or significant professional experience in an area such as manufacturing, coding or electronics are encouraged to apply. College-level, teaching and advising experience is preferred. Rank and salary are dependent upon qualifications and experience. The position is renewable upon satisfactory performance. Davis & Elkins College is an affiliate of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and covenant partner with the Presbytery of West Virginia.

Davis & Elkins College seeks to “prepare and inspire students for success and for thoughtful engagement in the world.” Candidates will prepare and empower students to contribute to a design team with a solid foundation in electronics, programming and prototyping skills, while being able to understand the management and business aspects of the product development cycle. We continue this work by involving our students in the cultural, civic and economic development of our city, state and region by establishing partnerships and serving as a resource for all who seek to improve their local communities.

The faculty member’s primary responsibility will be teaching Product Design courses and overseeing the College’s Makerspace. The interest in and ability to work with other disciplines, e.g., Art, Business, Marketing, Communications, etc., and an on-campus Robotics Club is a plus. Additional responsibilities include advising students, pursuing continuing professional development and service to the department, College and community. Opportunities exist to develop courses within the successful candidate’s area of specialty.

All applications must include a letter of interest addressing how the applicant can fulfill the requirements of the position and advance the mission of the College, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information (including phone numbers and email addresses) of four professional references. Official transcripts and a background check will be required before an appointment is made.

Please submit materials electronically via email to Ms. Donna McCauley, Administrative Assistant, Office of Academic Affairs, Davis & Elkins College at mccauleyd@dewv.edu. Please write “Product Design” in the subject line. Review of applications will begin immediately, and all applications received on or before March 30, 2021, will receive full consideration.

Davis & Elkins College, a private college in the liberal arts tradition, invites applications for a full-time position in Theatre, beginning in August 2021. An MFA in Theatre or a related field with experience in college-level teaching and advising is preferred, but individuals with equivalent professional experience are encouraged to apply. Rank and salary are dependent upon qualifications and experience. The position is renewable upon satisfactory performance. Davis & Elkins College is an affiliate of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and covenant partner with the Presbytery of West Virginia.

 Davis & Elkins College seeks to “prepare and inspire students for success and for thoughtful engagement in the world.” The college is committed to providing a rigorous and collaborative education that provides students with opportunities to expand their knowledge base, discover their individual voice, and develop methods to express themselves in a fast-changing society. We support this work by involving our students in the cultural, civic, and economic development of our city, state, and region by establishing partnerships and serving as a resource for all who seek to improve their local communities.

The faculty member’s primary responsibility will be teaching Theatre courses as part of an emphasis within a larger Communication program. While most of these courses are performance based (Acting, Voice & Diction, Improv, etc.), a general knowledge of theatre history and theory is also preferred. The position also requires direction of 1-2 mainstage theatre productions annually. Candidates with qualifications in technical theatre, scenic design, and/or stagecraft who are comfortable teaching performance courses are also invited to apply.

 Additional responsibilities include advising students, serving on College committees, and pursuing continuing professional development. Opportunities exist to develop courses within the successful candidate’s area of specialty. The successful candidate will also have interest in collaborating with and helping to grow a new Communication Arts program with faculty from Communication, Film, and the Humanities. 

 All applications must include a letter of interest addressing how the applicant can fulfill the requirements of the position and advance the mission of the College, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information (including phone numbers and e-mail addresses) of four professional references. Official transcripts and a background check will be required before an appointment is made.

 Please submit materials electronically via e-mail to Ms. Donna McCauley, Administrative Assistant, Office of Academic Affairs, Davis & Elkins College at mccauleyd@dewv.edu. Please write Theatre in the subject line. Review of applications will begin immediately, and all applications received on or before March 5, 2021 will receive full consideration.

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