The University of Dubuque is seeking qualified applicants to fill the position of Media Services Specialist. This person should have an interest in, and commitment to helping faculty, students, and staff to teach and learn using technology. Responsibilities include technical support for classroom technology; video production, including filming, editing, webcasting and duplication; assisting distance education program, with their course management system, setting up and operating AV equipment for special events, and managing student assistants.

The qualified applicant will meet the following criteria:

§  Bachelor of Arts degree from an accredited institution

§  At least three years experience in educational technology, media production or a related field.

§  At least three years experience setting up and operating professional audio-video equipment for special events

§  Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including an ability to train and assist others in constructive, positive manner

§  The Media Services Specialist should be friendly, outgoing, reliable and punctual

In addition, the qualified applicant should be proficient in the following applications: Adobe Creative Suite; Moodle or other course management system; Mediasite or other webcasting solution and Microsoft Office.

The work schedule will include nights or weekends as needed. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Send letter of interest, along with UD application, located on our Website, to HR@dbq.edu or HR - University of Dubuque, 2000 University Ave., Dubuque, IA 52001. AA/EOE

The Department of Natural and Applied Sciences at the University of Dubuque invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level. Teaching responsibilities for this position include analytical chemistry, forensic chemistry, and other chemistry classes, based on Departmental needs and the successful candidate's qualifications and interests. A Ph.D. in Chemistry is required at the time of appointment. While teaching is the primary focus at the University of Dubuque, the successful candidate will be expected to develop a research program involving undergraduate students. The successful canidate will play a major role in the expansion of the existing chemistry minor into a major. The Department houses faculty in biology, chemistry, geology, mathematics, and physics, and is well equippped with modern instrumentation. We recently moved into a new science center which features spacious lecture rooms and laboratories and student-faculty research spaces.

To apply, send a cover letter, application, UD application, which is found on our website, curriculum vita, a brief statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, a description of research interests, and contact information for three references to HR@dbq.edu or Human Resources, University of Dubuque, 2000 University Avenue, Dubuque, IA  52001-5099. AA/EOE

The Periodicals & Digital Management Assistant is responsible for processing all periodicals, both online and in print, and for managing library statistical data.  This is a full-time position reporting to the Assistant Director for Library Systems and Technical Services.

Responsibilities include: Order, process, and manage online and print periodicals using a variety of vendors and Horizon. Digitally manage a variety of statistical reports regarding the online and print collections, including periodicals, databases, circulation, and reserves; assist with E-Reserves and copyright compliance; process Christian education material; assist with future digitization of archival materials; manage student assistants in department; provide support for the information literacy and reference program; participate in library planning and committees, and participate in other projects as assigned.

Qualification: Required-Undergraduate degree; commitment to service; good with detail; demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple priorities; excellent communication and interpersonal sills; excellent computer skills, including Excel; able to work effectively on a team committed to the mission of the University and the library.

Preferred: Library experience, particularly with the Horizon library information system; experience with Access.

Application: Send letter of application, UD application, found on our website, resume, and three current references to HR@dbq.edu or Ms. Julie MacTaggart, University of Dubuque, 2000 University Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52001.  AA/EOE

Availability:  March 15, 2010

Function:  This is a working supervisor position to assist directing the custodians assigned to cleaning buildings and to work with other lead custodian on event set up. Provide custodial service to maintain cleanliness of campus buildings, to include vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping of floors, dusting, washing walls, windows and emptying trash, replenishing restroom supplies and event set-up.

Qualifications:  Individual must posses organizational, communication and interpersonal skills. Must have physical strength and stamina to perform the work required including the ability to bend, stoop, kneel, move furniture, work on your feet for a long period of time; lift at least 40 pounds, climb ladders and scaffold to perform work required, work up to height of 12 ft; and to use aerial lift up to height of 40 ft.  Ability to strip and wax floors to include tile and terrazzo floors, and to operate floor machines for scrubbing and buffing, carpet machines to shampoo carpets and furniture and other machines that are required to perform job functions. Must have valid driver's license. A full background check is required and must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Hours are Monday-Friday from 5 am - 1:30 pm. Send cover letter and resume to HR@dbq.edu or HR, University of Dubuque, 2000 University Avenue, Dubuque, IA  52001.  AA/EOE

POSITION DESCRIPTION
VICE PRESIDENT FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
UNIVERSITY OF DUBUQUE 

Position Summary

The Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA) and Dean of the College is responsible for translating and implementing the Mission of the University into vision, leadership, and direction of all aspects of the University's academic programs, including instruction, advising, scholarship, creative activity, and service. 

The VPAA holds a key leadership position in an exciting period in our history of renewal and restoration.  The Transformation period which began over a decade ago has been marked by dramatic enrollment and fundraising increases, program development, and endowment growth complemented by physical plant expansion and renovation.

The VPAA oversees the educational policy and programs of instruction for the college and all matters relating to the effectiveness and development of the faculty.  This vice president collaborates with the faculty to ensure the integrity of the University's curriculum, provides leadership and direction for all instructional programs and academic units, supports the faculty's teaching, scholarship, advising, and service, initiates and reviews curricular reforms, oversees accreditation of academic programs; prepares and approves all academic budgets; and advises the President on faculty personnel matters, including hiring, contracting, promotion, and tenure.  The VPAA reports to the President and serves on the President's Cabinet as a senior officer of the University.

Reporting Relationships & Principal Responsibilities

The VPAA's reporting relationships are graphically represented in the organizational chart in section 1.3 (p. 5) of the Faculty Handbook.  Appendix B, section B of the Handbook (pp. 65-66) lists the following principal responsibilities of the VPAA:

• Holds institutional responsibility for all academic programs and services.   
• Recommends to the President the appointment, reappointment, promotion, or dismissal of Associate Deans, Directors, Program and Department Heads, staff assistants, Library Director and librarians, the Registrar, and all members of the teaching faculty.
• Recommends to the President members of the teaching faculty for promotion in rank, tenure, sabbatical leaves, salary increases, or leaves-of-absence.
• Maintains with the Director of Human Resources the official personnel files of all faculty members. Coordinates the program of faculty evaluation.
• Supervises and formally evaluates office staff, all individuals directly reporting to the VPAA.  The VPAA has the reserved right to evaluate directly all faculty.
• Facilitates and promotes professional development of the Faculty.
• Collaborates with the Chair and membership of the Academic Affairs Committee of the Board of Trustees to establish and review institutional academic priorities and to develop and assess academic programs and faculty.
• Serves as the primary resource to the Trustees in all matters concerning the academic programs of the undergraduate and non-seminary graduate programs.
• Supervises and continuously monitors academic program development and outcomes assessment.
• Reviews, monitors, recommends, and implements all academic rules and regulations.
• Recommends to the President the faculty members to be appointed to the various campus committees and coordinates election process for elected members.
• Prepares and/or coordinates academic and personnel sections of the Undergraduate and Graduate Catalogs.
• Organizes, coordinates, and evaluates a program of academic advisement, with assistance of the Associate Dean and Department Chairs.
• Recommends and monitors budgets for the library, the registrar, technology and all instructional units.
• Prepares and assists in presentation of academic recommendations to the Committee on Academic Affairs of the Board of Trustees.
• Coordinates periodic up-dates of Faculty Handbook.
• Chairs meetings of the faculty.
• Exercises oversight of the Academic Success Center  
• Performs other duties as assigned by the President.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of, and the ability to strongly support, the Mission of the University of Dubuque.
• A terminal degree from a regionally accredited university in the candidate's academic field.

Summary of Preferred Characteristics:

The successful candidate will be a person of faith, and will have a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching and scholarship; leadership fostering excellent teaching, strong scholarship, and creative endeavor; success in academic planning, assessment, policy development, budget planning and development; experience with or significant exposure to operational leadership and management of a complex academic organization; significant involvement in leading accreditation processes; demonstrated commitment to the principles of diversity, fairness, and public service; experience fostering partnerships; understanding of current issues and future directions in higher education, experience in developing progressive and entrepreneurial academic opportunities for faculty and students; demonstrates healthy balance, has a good sense of humor, and a passionate desire to join UD's particular journey of Transformation and renewal.