Description

Tenure Track Assistant Professor of School Psychology

Position Description

The Department of Psychology at Fort Hays State University is seeking applications for the position of tenure-track Assistant Professor of School Psychology. This position could be on-campus, hybrid, or virtual, as negotiated with the Department Chair and College Dean at the time of employment. The ideal candidate will be excited to provide instruction for various courses within our department, which offers on-campus and online undergraduate and graduate programs. Given that the majority of our graduate students are in school and clinical psychology, the ideal candidate will also value the importance of applied programs.

The FHSU School Psychology program provides innovative online programming to help address the persistent school psychologist shortages across the country. Our online program in school psychology is innovative for the field. Thus, the Department of Psychology is seeking an assistant professor who is excited and passionate about the future of school psychologist graduate preparation, which may require new approaches that depart from time-honored and traditional methods in the discipline.

FHSU and the Department of Psychology are committed to building an environment that is inclusive and representative of our students and state. Individuals from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Job Duties

Teaching responsibilities are 24 credit hours per year (12 per semester) with a variety of graduate and undergraduate courses, which could include on-campus or online courses. Additional teaching responsibilities could include academic advising and mentoring graduate students, supervising school psychology field placement, and/or contributing to reviewing and developing innovative graduate programming. The ideal candidate would demonstrate an appreciation of scholarship reflected in their interactions with our graduate and undergraduate students. Service to the department, university, your local community, and discipline at large is expected.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• A degree of Ed.S. with an emphasis in school psychology (degree must be conferred by date of appointment)
• Current licensure in Kansas or home state as a school psychologist, or have the credential of NCSP

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Ed.D. in School Psychology or related field
• Demonstrated effectiveness in designing and teaching on-campus and/or online classes
• Record of scholarly activity and service to the larger community
• Relevant experience as a school psychologist in a school or community setting

Additional Qualifications

In addition to having expertise in school psychology, the competitive candidate will also be/have:

• Highly detail-oriented and organized
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Punctual with student concerns and departmental requests
• Value working with a diverse student population
• Value innovation
• Collegial

Rank

Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track

Appointment Date

Candidate will begin in August 2024

Benefits

Competitive benefit package http://www.fhsu.edu/humanresourceoffice/Prospective-Employees/

Priority deadline

January 15, 2024

For full consideration, all application materials should be received by January 15, 2024, at which time the search committee will begin reviewing applications. The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Application Process

To apply for this position, please visit https://fhsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CAREERS. Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.

Required Application Documents

Qualified applicants should submit a single PDF containing:

• Cover letter explaining how the candidate will successfully perform the job of teaching, scholarship, and
• Curriculum vitae or résumé
• Copies of unofficial university transcripts showing graduate work
• Copy of school psychology license or NCSP
• Diversity and inclusion statement (150 words max) describing the candidate’s experiences working with students and staff from diverse backgrounds and explaining how the candidate’s experiences have reflected and formed their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Names and contact information for three professional references

Contact Information

If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:

Dr. Whitney Whitaker

Department Chair & Associate Professor wkwhitaker@fhsu.edu

785-628-4537

About the Department of Psychology

The Department of Psychology has 12 full-time faculty members and approximately 450 undergraduate majors and 100 graduate students. The Department offers a BA and BS in Psychology, two M.S. degrees with specialization in clinical and school psychology, and a school psychology Education Specialist degree (Ed.S.). The department has a tradition of involving undergraduate students in research, and the school psychology program enjoys close working relationships with local school districts. The department is excited to welcome a new faculty member to a collegial and innovative institution which is always willing to try something new and exciting to better educate and prepare our students.

About Fort Hays State University

Founded in 1902, FHSU is a leading, forward-thinking university of the Midwest, with student enrollment exceeding 15,500 (including 4,500+ on the Hays campus, a unique China partnership program with enrollment of 4,000 students, and FHSU Online enrollment at over 7,000). Over 400 faculty and more than 500 professional and staff support and guide degree and certificate programs for the associate’s, bachelor's, and master's programs, and for the Doctorate of Nursing Practice, representing 31 departments within these academic divisions:

• College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
• R. and Yvonne Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship
• College of Education
• College of Health and Behavioral Sciences
• Peter Werth College of Science, Technology, and Mathematics
• Graduate School

Fort Hays State University provides exceptional opportunities for students from Kansas, the region, and the world, and the University attracts goal-oriented students who want premier learning experiences inside and outside the classroom combined with one-to-one attention and support. FHSU students graduate with the knowledge, professional skills, and confidence to have a competitive edge in their chosen careers. Upon graduation, 95% of FHSU students find a job or placement in graduate school.

About Hays, Kansas

Candidates will discover a locale where professional satisfaction and career achievement are paired with an optimal quality of life. Fort Hays State University is located in Hays, Kansas, a vibrant, growing community of over 20,000 that takes great pride in the University's presence. Hays is a celebration of historic and contemporary contrasts, evidenced in its frontier roots highlighted throughout the city and local museums and in its redeveloped downtown area, where residents enjoy one-of-a-kind restaurants, unique shopping, and a vibrant arts scene. This community’s commitment to the future inspires Hays businesses to reinvest locally.

A welcoming and family-centered community, Hays offers premier healthcare services, a growing high-tech and retail business community, and excellent Pre-K and K–12 schools in both the private and public sectors. The City of Hays has long been known as a safe community, and the FHSU campus is recognized by the National Council for Home Safety and Security in 2018 as one of the Top 100 Safest College Campuses in America. For entertainment, recreation, education, employment, or simply for a comfortable place to live, residents of all ages will find in Hays the elements that contribute to a safe, enjoyable, and fulfilling lifestyle.

Notice of Non-discrimination

Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.

Background Check

Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.

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