Job Details

This ad is expired.

Assistant Professor in Psychology

Position Number: 5740652
Location: Ellensburg, WA
Position Type: Liberal Arts - Psychology

Assistant Professor in Psychology

Posting number: 6498

Job Summary:

Assistant Professor in Psychology

Position #: 00200297
Department: Psychology
Employee Type: Faculty:Tenured/Tenure Track
Appointment/FTE: Ongoing/1.00
Pay Group: F09 - Faculty 9-month Appointment
Supervisor's Title:Department Chair
Appointing Authority:Mike Harrod, COTS Dean

To apply, visit: https://cwuhrprdcg.peoplesoft.cwu.edu/psc/careers/EMPLOYEE/CAREERS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?FOCUS=Applicant&&siteid=1&

Job Summary

Summarize the main reason(s) this position exists.The statement should include the position's general function and overall level of responsibility.Please try to limit the summary to three or four sentences.
The Department of Psychology at Central Washington University (Ellensburg, WA) is seeking an Assistant Professor in Psychology for a tenure-track position, specifically to support the School Psychology graduate program. We are looking for candidates who will have a strong commitment to teaching, research, and mentoring students in our School Psychology Ed.S. program and teaching and advising our undergraduate psychology students. Specifically, we are searching for candidates who will teach graduate level school psychology and undergraduate level psychology courses, mentor undergraduate and/or graduate research, as well as have multicultural competence and experience working with diverse populations.

At CWU, we pride ourselves in upholding our mission and vision to create transformative educational environments that encourage personal growth and success. Faculty will integrate Central Washington University's vision which is "CWU will be a model learning community of equity and belonging". In order to build a community of equity and belonging, Central Washington University nurtures culturally sustaining practices that expand access and success to all students. We are committed to fostering high impact practices, sustainability, and authentic community partnerships that are grounded in meaningful relationships.

Working Guidelines

Indicate any specific policies, procedures, guidelines or regulations/standards under which work is performed.
Faculty members should be familiar with the terms and conditions of their employment and comply with applicable policies, procedures, and laws, including:

Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between Central Washington University (CWU) and United Faculty of Central (UFC), available at http://www.cwu.edu/provost/faculty-relations;

CWU Faculty Senate Faculty Code, available at http://www.cwu.edu/faculty-senate/;

Divisional and departmental policies, standards, and procedures, available at http://www.cwu.edu/provost/faculty-relations;

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) regulations;

University Student Rights and Responsibilities;

Applicable policies and procedures of CWU, available at www.cwu.edu/resources-reports;

National Association of School Psychology Principles for Professional Ethics, and

Applicable state and federal laws.

Required Qualifications

Please address in your cover letter:

An earned doctorate in school psychology or a closely related field with eligibility for certification as a school psychologist by September 16, 2024.

Experience with teaching both graduate level school psychology and undergraduate level psychology courses that can engage and inspire students from different racial/ethnic and socio-economic groups.

Demonstrated commitment and/or experience to inclusive mentoring of students in undergraduate and/or graduate research and through teaching and/or mentoring activities.

Experience applying culturally responsive teaching practices in working with diverse student populations.

Possess superior teaching abilities

Willingness to teach a wide range of courses at all levels and modalities

Ability to meet or exceed tenure requirements

Teaching, research, service or other experience that has prepared the candidate to contribute to CWU's commitment to the engagement and inclusion of culturally diverse students.

Preferred Qualifications

Please address in your cover letter:

Certification and experience as a school psychologist.

Background and interest in child and adolescent counseling and/or mental health interventions in the schools.

Experience or interest in developing and teaching online courses

Experience in curriculum development and improvement

Scholarship/creative activities interests

Service interests

Teaching, research, service, or other experience that has prepared the candidate to contribute to CWU's commitment to the engagement and inclusion of culturally diverse students.

Demonstrated training in and/or experience in implementing anti-racism, diversity, and inclusion-related materials or pedagogical practices in credit-bearing courses, certificate programs, or professional development type trainings, workshops, or seminars.

Competencies

Accountability/Dependability: Accepts responsibility for quality of own work; acknowledges and corrects mistakes. Shows up on time, meets standards, deadlines and work schedules.

Ethics/Confidentiality: Adheres to ethical guidelines. Respect and maintains confidentiality.

Judgment/Decision Making: Makes timely, informed decisions. Analyzes options and determines appropriate course of action.

Teamwork: Promotes cooperation and mutual support to achieve goals. Encourages participation and mutual support.

Conflict Management: Thoughtfully intervenes in conflicts to improve communication, diffuse tension, and resolve problems. Seeks to find common ground.

Communication: Listens to others and communicates in an effective manner. Gives and receives constructive feedback.

Adaptability/Flexibility: Responds positively to changing program needs and responsibilities. Adapts approach and methods to achieve results; recovers quickly from setbacks and finds alternatives.

Commitment to Diversity: Recognizes the value of diversity and helps create an environment that supports and embraces diversity.

Job Duties

Faculty are bound to observe in all official acts the highest standards of ethics consistent with the State of Washington statutes, the regulations of the Executive Ethics Board and its advisory opinions, the policies of the University Board of Trustees, and the University Student Rights and Responsibilities.

The primary professional responsibilities of tenured and tenure-track faculty members are teaching, scholarship, and service.

Teaching:
Classroom and online delivery of instruction in psychology graduate and undergraduate academic courses with assigned workload units; preparation of student materials for classes; preparation of a new course or substantial revision of an older course; advising of graduate students in school psychology; supervision of school psychology practica; supervision of graduate student research; supervision of directed study through individualized courses; attend classes as scheduled and maintain office hours; and other activities benefiting students' academic development.
Scholarship/Creative Activity:
All professional activities leading to publication or formal presentation in school psychology or leading to external funding recognizing the faculty member's current or potential contribution to the discipline. Such activities include manuscript submission, professional conference presentations, grant proposal submission, and/or supervision of externally funded research projects.
Service:
Public service: Serve in organized, non-remunerative, educational and consultative activities which relate to a faculty's professional expertise and further the interests or prestige of the University.

University service: Participate in accreditation and/or program development; work on recognized administrative, department, college, school or university committees; and other tasks as deemed necessary by the University.

Professional service: Serve on grant, journal, or accreditation review boards, or as an ad hoc reviewer, in the faculty's area of expertise; serve as an officer in a professional society or organization; organize and/or chair conferences, symposia, seminars, etc.; and/or edit journals, books, special volumes of papers, etc.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions
Describe working environment (office, field, indoors/outdoors, exposure to risks, safety requirements, etc.) and anticipated variation in working hours (such as flexible schedule, some evening and weekend work, occasional travel)
Work is performed in an indoor office, classroom, training clinic setting, and K-12 school setting with frequent in-person interactions.It is essential to be able to work at a desk/computer workstation, when necessary. Some evening work and occasional travel may be required.

cc: Faculty Member
Faculty Relations
Human Resources file

Posting Announcement Information

Posting Title: Assistant Professor in School PsychologyPosition #: 00200297
Search Committee Members
Search committees will be composed of a diverse cross section of male and female representatives of the constituents working with the position. (Departments lacking a diverse representation may refer to a list available from HR of minority male or female employees willing to serve on committees outside their departments).

1. Richard Marsicano (Chair)
2. Heath Marrs (Member)
3. Mary Radeke (Member)
4. TBD (Diversity Advocate)
5. Debbie Thomas (Search Secretary)
Pay Benefits and Work Schedule

Salary: $61,999 - $69,500
Schedule/Appointment: Tenure Track, 9-month Appointment. Additional Summer teaching may be available.
Benefits:CWU offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, life and disability insurance.
Teaching Module:
In Person OnlyOnline/Distance Education Hybrid

How to Apply
Example:

To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line application and attach:

A detailedcover letter explaining your interest in this position andclearly demonstrating how your education and experience: (a) meet the required and preferred qualifications, and (b) qualify you to perform the responsibilities as described by the posting;

Curriculum Vitae including work history, education, and training;

Contact informationforthree professional references (at least one who can specifically comment on teaching);

Teaching statement that includes your teaching philosophy and indicates courses you are willing/able to teach;

Research statement that details a plan for development of a research program at CWU;

Diversity statement that details how teaching, service, and/or scholarship has supported students from racial, ethnic, and gender backgrounds that are underrepresented in their academic fields (applicants who have not yet had the opportunity for such experience should note how their work will further CWU's commitment to diversity); and

Unofficial copies of transcripts of degrees held.

Screening Begins: November 20, 2024 (This date is flexible and is dependent on when the position is posted and advertised)

**NOTE:Although copies of transcripts are acceptable for application purposes, all job offers are contingent upon verification of highest degree.

**Priority will be given to applications received by the screening date. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Contact Information(Who will applicant contact if they have questions)
Name: Dr. Richard Marsicano
Title: Chair, School Psychology Search CommitteeEmail: Richard.Marsicano@cwu.eduPhone: (509) 963-2686
Department Website: http://www.cwu.edu/psychology/
Additional Information for Applicants
CENTRAL WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY: Located in the heart of Washington State, Ellensburg is approximately 100 miles and under 2 hours away from the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metropolitan area. CWU is one of three state-supported comprehensive regional universities in Washington State. Offering bachelor's and master's degrees in more than 135 majors, the university enrolls approximately 12,000 students and has a faculty-student ratio of 20:1. With its robust focus on inclusivity and diversity, CWU has enrolled 42% students of color and graduates the largest percentage of Hispanic/Latino students of any public baccalaureate institution in the state. Excellence in teaching is the core of the university's mission, and faculty engage in scholarship to support teaching and to advance knowledge. Further information about the university is available at www.cwu.edu.For more information about the community in Ellensburg, visit http://www.cwu.edu/community.

CWU is an EEO/AA/Title IX/Veteran/Disability Employer. For accommodation e-mail HR@cwu.edu

Click Here to apply.

Central Washington University is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity/Title IX employer committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or protected veteran status.