Program Coordinator

Washington, DC, 20001

Open Date

Oct 24, 2023

Description

Position: Program Coordinator, lecturer/sr. lecturer for MS in Energy Policy and Climate and MS in Environmental Sciences and Policy
School: Krieger School of Arts and Sciences, Advanced Academic Programs division
Reports to: Program Directors for Energy Policy and Climate, and Environmental Sciences and Policy
Institution: Johns Hopkins University 

Advanced Academic Programs
Advanced Academic Programs (AAP) is a Johns Hopkins University’s Krieger School of Arts and Sciences division. As part of the nation’s first research university, AAP offers rigorous and high-quality master’s degree and certificate programs at its Washington, D.C., Center; on JHU’s Homewood campus in Baltimore, Maryland; and online. AAP enrolls almost 6,000 students each academic year in 26 programs and distinguishes itself through its intensive instructional assistance, selective admissions, and 60 dedicated full-time faculty. Tenured Krieger School faculty members serve as program chairs to oversee the academic rigor of AAP’s graduate offerings. For more information, see http://advanced.jhu.edu/ .

Program Coordinator Description
Johns Hopkins University’s Krieger School of Arts Sciences seeks a program coordinator for the MS in Energy Policy and Climate  and MS in Environmental Sciences and Policy  programs. The program coordinator will promote and support ongoing innovation in the curriculum; will possess exceptional teaching, mentoring, and advising capabilities; and will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

The program coordinator will report to the program directors for the MS in Energy Policy and Climate and the MS in Environmental Sciences and Policy programs and will collaborate significantly with AAP’s faculty. The program coordinator will support each program’s curriculum, students, and adjunct faculty in both academic and administrative roles. This is an onsite/online position with a full-time non-tenure-track, 12-month renewable faculty position with the academic title of lecturer or senior lecturer, and compensation is commensurate with experience. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are of particular interest.

The program coordinator will have the following academic and administrative responsibilities:

Academic Responsibilities:

• Teaching six full-time graduate courses per year, including preparation and time spent in the classroom
• Mentoring students from diverse backgrounds and responding to student questions
• Advising students, including both program and thesis/capstone advising
• Providing input on the curriculum and new course development to ensure the delivery and growth of quality programs
• Other academic duties normally performed by full-time or regular part-time faculty, such as participating on committees, attending academic events, or contributing to other academic services

 Administrative Responsibilities:

• Assist with course scheduling
• Participate in the adjunct faculty hiring and development processes
• Assist both program directors with administrative tasks, such as planning events or reviewing admission materials
• Other administrative duties as assigned

Qualifications

The program coordinator’s role is critical to maintaining the overall high quality of the program. The program coordinator must have a passion for education and its power to change lives, especially for international, part-time, and non-residential students. A track record of successful graduate and/or online teaching, content development, and instructional technology are important. Candidates who have experience teaching and engaging students from diverse backgrounds are of particular interest. Qualified candidates will meet a set of minimum qualifications and several additional preferred qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in environmental sciences, physical/energy sciences, conservation biology/ecology, natural resources management, environmental planning and policy, or in a relevant field such as geography, biology, oceanography, hydrology, geology
• One to three years of higher education teaching experience online and/or at the graduate level
• One to three years of work experience within the environmental sciences or policy fields, including but not limited to outside consulting or collaborative work within private, non-profit, and governmental organizations
• The ability to teach a wide variety of courses in energy and/or climate sciences in both policy and/or technical courses, as well as environmental sciences and policy such as conservation, bioremediation, natural resources management, soils, agroecology, and environmental management
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Terminal degree in environmental sciences, physical/energy sciences, environmental policy or in a relevant field such as conservation biology, geography, biology, oceanography, hydrology, or geology
• Four or more years of higher education teaching experience online and/or at the graduate level
• Four or more years of related professional experience within communication fields, including but not limited to outside consulting or collaborative work within private, non-profit, and governmental organizations
• Experience managing a degree or certificate program
• Demonstrated track record of excellence in teaching and innovation in curriculum design
• The ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with competing demands and multiple deadlines in both onsite and online environments

Application Instructions

Candidates must have authorization to work in the U.S. The position will remain open until it is filled. Candidates must submit the following:  

• Cover letter  
• CV
• Teaching evaluations from the two most recent semesters

 The selected candidate will undergo a background check, provide three references, and provide official transcripts for each credential.

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio’s Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

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