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Job no: 522727Work type: Staff Full TimeLocation: UMass AmherstDepartment: Student Engagement AAUnion: PSUCategories: Student Affairs & ServicesAbout UMass AmherstUMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region. Job SummaryUnder general supervision of the Associate Director of Leadership Development, the Director of CEPA oversees all aspects of the fiscal, administrative, and programmatic operation of the Center for Education Policy and Advocacy (CEPA). In conjunction with the CEPA Advisory Board, develops and implements the mission, goals, and objectives of CEPA and develops and renders final decision on departmental policies and procedures. Essential FunctionsDirects administrative operations of CEPA, oversees the development of the annual budget to be submitted for Board approval, and presents budget requests to the Student Government Association (SGA) and any other funding sources. Manages budget expenditures for operations, maintenance, and programs, prepares purchase requests, and authorizes invoice payment. Maintains records of all administrative, operational, and programming matters. Prepares program reports for use as directed by the Associate Director of Leadership Development. Provides advice to the SGA, their agencies, and Registered Student Organizations and advocates on their behalf, provides advice and education on a broad range of local, state, and trustee policies and on University governance, drafts proposed trustee and campus policies and state legislation in areas reflecting student concerns. Maintains liaison with members of state government, University President's Office, community and campus leaders, and leaders within Student Engagement and Leadership (SEL). Oversees student advocacy activities related to promoting, opposing, or influencing legislation and/or actions of local or state leaders on matters affecting the general welfare of students. Works with the SGA to identify student needs/concerns and directs related campus education activities, designs, or assists in research and training activities, oversees development of surveys and focus groups and preparation of reports, develops policy proposals and prepares reports for consideration by relevant University governance bodies in areas reflecting student concerns and contemporary leadership and development models. Develops internship program and supervises, trains, and evaluates interns using a co-curricular focus; acts as liaison to faculty sponsors. Assists interns with development and implementation of self-guided projects and programs. Hires, trains, and supervises all student employees within the organization. Through continued reflection and evaluation, promotes staff effectiveness within a student-managed University organization. Works in collaboration with students to establish programmatic direction of each of the Core Campaigns within CEPA, such as Food Justice, Restorative Justice, and Debt-Free Future. Creates and oversees leadership and service programs including Alternative Spring Break, MassImpact, and related programs during high programming periods. Maintains working knowledge of and best practices related to current political, financial, and academic issues in higher education. Participates in SEL and Student Affairs and Campus Life staff meetings and committees and may serve on various University-wide policy committees, boards, and task forces as an advocate of the undergraduates of the student body. Other FunctionsPerforms related duties as assigned or required. Understands responsibilities with respect to Title IX, Clery, and other compliance requirements. Demonstrates capacity, skill, and willingness to engage students and contribute to student success. Understands responsibilities with respect to conflicts of interest and behaves in ways consistent both with law and with University policy. Contributes toward creating a positive and respectful workplace. Uses access to sensitive and/or not yet public University-related information only in the performance of the responsibilities of position and exercises care to prevent unnecessary disclosure to others. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)Bachelor's Degree and five (5) years' experience in a professional, post-degree capacity with student governance or related organizations in a higher education setting OR, a Master's Degree, at time of hire, in a related field but not limited to Public Policy, Higher Education, Legal Studies, Social Justice Education or Political Science, and two (2) years' experience with an education program or student organizations. Demonstrated organizational/research skills and significant knowledge of public higher education issues. Experience with budget development and resource allocations. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to build positive work teams. Proven ability to work effectively with widely diverse colleagues, students, and stakeholders. Excellent organizational communication, and interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to work cooperatively, and collaboratively. Experience using personal computers, including experience with Windows, MS Office (Word, Excel) software and on-line resource development such as Web page production. Physical Demands/Working ConditionsTypical office environment. Work ScheduleTypical work schedule Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm, some evenings and weekends. Salary InformationLevel 27PSU Hiring Ranges Special Instructions to ApplicantsUpload your resume along with your completed application. Our team will check references at the final stage of the interview process. Therefore, be prepared to provide contact information for at least three (3) professional references. Please note that this position will remain open until filled or the advertised closing date, whichever occurs first. Early submissions are recommended. UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, caste, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, political belief or affiliation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related condition(s), veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, natural and protective hairstyle and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University. To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. It is the policy of UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action.Advertised: Mar 15 2024 Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close: Jun 16 2024 Eastern Daylight Time

Job Description: Summary:The Practitioner Outreach Consultant is responsible for applying clinical and medical coding knowledge in the review of documentation in medical records and submission of diagnoses on claims as it relates to Risk Adjustment (RA). This position requires the ability to perform accurate and complete diagnostic coding using American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines for Risk Adjustment.This position serves as a consultant and subject matter expert in all aspects of coding and medical record documentation requirements as they apply to Risk Adjustment. The RA Practitioner Education Consultant reviews medical record coding and documentation, and provides education, oversight, guidance and training to partner practitioners and non-clinical staff related to Risk Adjustment, CMS guidelines and HCC best practices. This position prepares and presents outcome reports on program activities and performance to internal and external stakeholders and also follows up on corrective action plans as required.Essential Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:Level IApplies CMS Risk Adjustment coding guidelines and AAPC or AHIMA coding certification to review medical records after encounter and provide feedback to physician and/or physician group for the purposes of improving risk adjustment documentation and complete and accurate claim submission.Applies understanding of physician/facility practices and supports practice transformation through education and support to participating groups to improve documentation and ICD code submission.Analyzes, reports, and presents overall impact of initiated programs. Based on in-depth analysis, determines degree of replicability and ROI. Leads creation of reports and makes strategic recommendations on findings to leadership to guide decision making and strategy planning.Provides various methods of providing feedback and education to physician practice and office staff with ICD-10-CM coding focusing on Medicare Risk Adjustment documentation and coding opportunities.Assists in the collection and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data as it relates to risk adjustment specifically around missed opportunities, prevalence and suspects.Demonstrates analytical and problem-solving ability regarding barriers to improve accuracy of HCC coding.Assists in the design and development of ad hoc reports and presentations for risk adjustment initiatives.Performs outreach on risk adjustment education based on review of pre-selected charts coupled with data management, data reporting and analysis, and Practitioner scorecards.Reviews physician profiles, creates training resources based on coding trends and documentation gaps across physicians.Continually monitors and assesses the effectiveness of the program, timeliness, physician progress and report to leadership when appropriate. Identifies opportunities to improve accuracy and completeness for revenue impact.Meets with organizational leadership to partner on physician Risk Education Strategy.Assists with the development of physician and staff coding remediation plans where appropriate including Practitioner assessment and scorecard.Meets Risk Adjustment Program Operations productivity metrics and coding accuracy scores (participates in Inter-rater reliability projects).Consistently demonstrates high standards of integrity by supporting the Lifetime Healthcare Companies' mission and values and adhering to the Corporate Code of Conduct.Maintains high regard for member privacy in accordance with the corporate privacy policies and procedures.Regular and reliable attendance is expected and required.Performs other functions as assigned by management.Level II - In addition to responsibilities of Level ICollaborates with Finance Risk Adjustment, Network Contracting, Medical Directors, Regional Presidents, and Practitioner Relations to identify program needs and ensure alignment and support with Organizational strategies, including financial, contracting and network management strategies.Performs and/or collaborates with internal business stakeholders on analysis of trend issues, cost savings opportunities, utilization patterns, and other analysis as needed for Risk AdjustmentCoordinates special projects and develops reports for Finance Division.Represents the Health Plan and collaborates with key community CMOs, CEOs, COOs and other stakeholders on community-wide Risk Adjustment improvementIdentifies and engages key target hospitals and physicians/practices in risk adjustment improvement programs.Provides consultation, complex performance analysis, and coaching expertise to hospital/physician practice leadership around strategies and methods of continuous risk adjustment improvement.Fosters a culture of continuous improvement that includes the use of performance data to understand health care cost, risk adjustment scores and trends, clinical and condition management documentation, and chronic condition suspecting.Anticipates Practitioner coding and documentation improvement needs; informing management of Practitioner performance industry patterns as a result of working with practitioner practices and groups.Minimum Qualifications:NOTE: This description includes multiple levels of classification. The levels of classifications are differentiated by demonstrated knowledge, skills, and the ability to manage increasingly independent and/or complex assignments, broader responsibility, additional decision making and in some cases, becoming a resource to others. New hires will be placed in the level for which they are most qualified based on their experience, credentials and skills.Level I3 years of related work experience required.Associate's Degree in nursing or health related field preferred.RN or equivalent clinical education and background, preferred.CPC or CRC coding certifications required. Other current coding certification (CPC-H, CPC-I, CCS, RHIA, RHIT, etc.) through AHIMA or AAPC preferred.Working knowledge of CMS Risk Adjustment and HCC Coding Process, preferably in Health Insurance environment, medical office environment, or managed care environment.Knowledge of Medicare guidelines, rules and regulations.Thorough detailed understanding of the healthcare delivery system and understanding of Medicare Advantage Risk Adjustment and Risk contracting.Strong experience in health systems operations, including an understanding of reimbursement methodologies and coding conventions for governmental and commercial products (e.g. ICD- 10, CPT, HCPC).Ability to verify accuracy of data to report information correctly.Possesses good listening skills; builds strong relationships; is flexible/open-minded; solicits feedback and handles constructive criticism.Self-motivated with excellent follow through skills with ability to work independently with minimal to moderate supervision and demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member.Ability to communicate and interact positively and professionally throughout all levels of the organization and with external customers.Excellent writing and both oral and visual presentation skills.Demonstrates a bias for action and strong organizational skills.Must possess strong, persuasive and effective communication, people and project management skills.Knowledge of educational theories, methods and strategies as well as adult learner training/facilitating experience.Ability to provide proactive and creative solutions to business problems.Must possess project management skills, investigative skills, analytical, problem solving and research competence.Understanding of the functionality and use of risk adjustment software products.Excellent PC skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access and Lotus Notes.Level II - in addition to qualifications in level I:Bachelor's Degree preferred.5 years of related work experience required.3 years of Risk Adjustment (HCC) coding experience.Current Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC).Seasoned, polished professional who is capable of handling higher profile Practitioners and executing key organizational strategies.Provides insight to practitioner offices on implementing program into practice processes.Knowledge and competency in change agent theory. Demonstrated successful coaching skills.Recognized as a subject matter expert.Strong project management skills. Ability to manage multiple high profile/impact projects/Practitioners concurrently with demonstrated outcomes. Exhibits strong organizational and planning skills.Ability to define or identify problems and prioritizes impact or corrective action/implementation to drive execution.Experience developing training programs and Practitioner tools.Experience developing risk adjustment/documentation programs for medical PractitionersPrevious experience educating Practitioners preferred.Physical Requirements:Must have ability to travel.************The Lifetime Healthcare Companies aims to attract the best talent from diverse socioeconomic, cultural and experiential backgrounds, to diversify our workforce and best reflect the communities we serve.Our mission is to foster an environment where diversity and inclusion are explicitly recognized as fundamental parts of our organizational culture. We believe that diversity of thought and background drives innovation which enables us to provide leading-edge healthcare insurance and services. With that mission in mind, we recruit the best candidates from all communities, to diversify and strengthen our workforce.OUR COMPANY CULTURE: Employees are united by our Lifetime Way Values & Behaviors that include compassion, pride, excellence, innovation and having fun! We aim to be an employer of choice by valuing workforce diversity, innovative thinking, employee development, and by offering competitive compensation and benefits.In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, this job description lists only those responsibilities and qualifications deemed essential to the position.Equal Opportunity EmployerCompensation Range(s): Level I: Grade 207: Minimum $60,070- Maximum $111,114The salary range indicated in this posting represents the minimum and maximum of the salary range for this position. Actual salary will vary depending on factors including, but not limited to, budget available, prior experience, knowledge, skill and education as they relate to the position's minimum qualifications, in addition to internal equity. The posted salary range reflects just one component of our total rewards package. Other components of the total rewards package may include participation in group health and/or dental insurance, retirement plan, wellness program, paid time away from work, and paid holidays.Please note: There may be opportunity for remote work within all jobs posted by the Excellus Talent Acquisition team. This decision is made on a case-by-case basis.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Our Client, a children's enrichment center, is looking for an Education Director, who supervises and supports the operations of the preschool and professional development of teachers, ensures proper implementation of the Creative Curriculum, NYS Common Core Goals, and assesses children's progress by creating a culture of professional learning and development.Qualifications Required:Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or Childhood EducationNYS Permanent Teaching Certification (Birth-2 or N-6)Minimum of three years teaching experienceDemonstrated ability to organize and maintain record-keeping systemsStrong supervisory and leadership skillsCollaborate and cooperate as part of a teamAbility to build relationships with parents and familiesFingerprinting, criminal background check, and SCR /PETs background clearance requiredKnowledgeable in NYS Common Core, Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold.Qualifications Preferred:CLASS certificationExperience with ECERS-R, ITERS-R, FCERS-RFamiliarity with online systems: Vendor Portal, Aspire, Protraxx, etc.Familiarity with developmental screenings (Client, Denver, ASQ)

Join Our Team as an Educational Director!Are you passionate about early childhood education and making a positive impact in the lives of children and families?About Us: For over two decades, our center has been a cornerstone of the community, providing affordable, high-quality early childhood education to children aged 3-K and Pre-K. Our brand-new, state-of-the-art facility is fully licensed and accredited, offering a nurturing and stimulating environment for young learners and their families.Position Overview: As the Educational Director, you will play a pivotal role in supervising and supporting the operations of our preschool while fostering the professional development of our dedicated teaching staff. You'll ensure the proper implementation of curriculum standards, track children's progress, and create a culture of continuous learning and development.Why Join Us?Competitive salary range: $72,500 - $75,000Full-time position with a consistent schedule (Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm)Opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and families in the communityCollaborative work environment with a focus on professional growth and developmentResponsibilities Include:Providing supervision and management for all aspects of program services deliveryEnsuring compliance with regulatory requirements and funding obligationsManaging curricula, facilities, budgets, and staff developmentBuilding partnerships with families, volunteers, and community organizationsQualifications:Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or Childhood EducationNYS Permanent Teaching Certification (Birth-2 or N-6)Minimum of three years teaching experienceStrong leadership, organizational, and communication skillsKnowledge of NYS Common Core, Creative Curriculum, and Teaching Strategies GoldPreferred Qualifications:CLASS certificationExperience with early childhood assessment tools and online systemsFamiliarity with developmental screeningsCOVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: We require all employees entering the workplace to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless a medical or religious exemption is granted.Join Our Team Today! If you're ready to contribute to a dynamic early childhood education program and make a difference in the lives of young children and families, we encourage you to apply! We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Position Overview: We are seeking a passionate and experienced Director of Early Childhood Education to lead our team in delivering exceptional educational experiences for young children. The Director will oversee the development and implementation of our early childhood education programs, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and effectiveness. This role will play a critical part in shaping the educational foundation of the children we serve.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement a comprehensive early childhood education curriculum that aligns with state standards and best practices.Provide leadership and guidance to a team of teachers and staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, professionalism, and excellence.Conduct regular assessments of program effectiveness and make data-driven decisions for continuous improvement.Collaborate with community partners, families, and stakeholders to support the holistic development of each child.Ensure compliance with all New York State early childhood education regulations and requirements.Oversee the hiring, training, and professional development of early childhood education staff.Manage the budget for the early childhood education programs, ensuring resources are utilized effectively.Qualifications:Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education.New York State Teacher Certification in B-2.At least three years of classroom experience in early childhood education.Five years of experience in a management or leadership role, preferably in an early childhood education setting.Strong leadership and training skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a commitment to building positive relationships with children, families, and staff.Knowledge of current trends and best practices in early childhood education.Benefits:Competitive salary commensurate with experience.Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.Retirement savings plan with employer match.Professional development opportunities.Paid time off and holidays.If you are passionate about early childhood education and have the qualifications and experience we are looking for, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young children. Please submit your resume

Dow Jones & Co.Dow Jones, Making Careers NewsworthyAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets.Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at [email protected]. Please put “Reasonable Accommodation in the subject line.NYC - 1211 Ave of the AmericasFull timeJob_Req_41457Job Description: The Wall Street Journal is looking for an experienced editor to run the Journal's coverage of education, from pre-K access to college and graduate school admissions. American educators are rethinking how and what they teach as they navigate the culture wars and the learning loss many students experienced during the pandemic. This is a great opportunity for someone eager to be part of the biggest stories of the day, while striving for deeply reported narratives, investigations and enterprise journalism, including the issues shaping our next generations and the workforce of the future for a growing global audience. We're looking for a strong, independent leader with a knack for helping reporters unearth and develop the people-driven stories that illuminate the education system. You will manage a team of reporters based in New York as well as other locations across the U.S. The ideal candidate is an accomplished editor comfortable handling scoops, managing breaking news, editing ambitious features and coaching reporters to produce their best work. You will: Identify and seize storylines, guiding reporters to success and advocating for them within and beyond our organization. Edit stories, ensuring they are compelling and adhere to WSJ standards. Support, guide, encourage and inspire your team of reporters. Pursue various forms of storytelling including visuals, podcasts, video and other digital experiences. Be comfortable collaborating and coordinating with colleagues around the world. You have: A track record of identifying important stories, driving coverage and delivering scoops and enterprise in multiple formats. Knowledge about the education industry and the ability to bring both business smarts and cultural acumen to the coverage. High-level communication and excellent writing and editing ability. Strong experience managing, developing and leading a team At least 10 years of journalism experience. The position is based in New York and reports to the TK. To apply, please submit a resume, a cover letter and a memo outlining how you would approach this role and examples of your work. The Journal's reporters, editors, developers, and audio and visual journalists create important and impactful stories, firmly rooted in fact and adhering to the highest ethical standards. We report without fear or bias, and we maintain a proper sense of perspective, detachment and objectivity in our reporting. *LI-JA1-WSJ Reasonable accommodation: Dow Jones, Making Careers Newsworthy - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets. Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at [email protected]. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates. Reasonable accommodation: Dow Jones, Making Careers Newsworthy - We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets. Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at [email protected]. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.Business Area: Dow Jones - News - WSJJob Category:Editorial/JournalismUnion Status:Non-Union rolePay Range: $65,000 - $200,000We recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we are able to attract the best candidates. The quoted salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate's experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.Pay-for-performance is a key element in our strategy to attract, engage, and motivate talented people to do their best work. Similarly to salary, for bonus eligible roles, targets are set based on a variety of factors including competitive market practice.For benefits eligible roles, in addition to cash compensation, the company provides a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, with a variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits, including "elective" benefits employees may select to best fit the needs and personal situations of our diverse workforce..Business Area: Dow Jones - News - WSJPI239454209

Promote and present workforce training solutions that employers can use to determine and address technical skill gaps within their current workforce.Work with the product/development roles, to specify, promote and present complete training solutions that can be deployed within customers and their education partners to close these skill gaps.Work with stakeholders throughout to identify and understand the market tendencies or disruptions and being able to react to those changes with the suitable solutions.Researching prospects and generating leads.Contacting potential and existing customers on the phone, by email, and in person.Generate pipeline of potential customersBuild and maintain professional networksMeet with potential clients to determine their needsQualifications • Experience in Sales• Having 6 -7 years of industry experience (Corporate learning, Workforce development)• Ability to negotiate and understanding of marketing skills• Self-motivated and goal-oriented, desire to deliver results• Ability to create and deliver presentations• Fast learner and quick thinkerPassionate about sales

NY special education school seeking an SLP for the remainder of the school year, extending into summer program. Inquire today for this fabulous opportunity!5 Days per Week - 9a-2:30pmGreat LocationSupportive StaffEasy Trip to Manhattan, Brooklyn and Beyond~Students Range from 5-21 Years OldWe provide complimentary housing and travelWe arrange and cover costs for licensing and malpracticeWe simplify the credentialing and privileging processWe provide first-day medical insurance and 401(K)Your personal recruiter handles every detail, 24/7Provider compensation offers are based on skill level, experience, and qualifications. Compensation may also be impacted by the critical nature of the need and vary by assignment. In addition to taxable hourly wage, providers may qualify to receive non-taxable daily lodging, meals, and incidental per diems not to exceed published General Services Administration (GSA) guidelines. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details and benefits.

NY special education school seeking an OT for a summer position that extends into fall, with a 2 week break. Full Time but shorter days in a supportive pediatric environment. Inquire today for this fabulous opportunity!5 Days per Week - 9a-2:30pmGreat LocationSupportive StaffEasy Trip to Manhattan, Brooklyn and Beyond~Students Range from 5-21 Years OldJuly - June w/2 week Summer BreakWe provide complimentary housing and travelWe arrange and cover costs for licensing and malpracticeWe simplify the credentialing and privileging processWe provide first-day medical insurance and 401(K)Your personal recruiter handles every detail, 24/7Provider compensation offers are based on skill level, experience, and qualifications. Compensation may also be impacted by the critical nature of the need and vary by assignment. In addition to taxable hourly wage, providers may qualify to receive non-taxable daily lodging, meals, and incidental per diems not to exceed published General Services Administration (GSA) guidelines. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details and benefits.

Job no: 521327Work type: Faculty Full TimeLocation: UMass AmherstDepartment: Student DevelopmentUnion: MSPCategories: College of Education, FacultyAbout UMass AmherstUMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.The College of Education is committed to building a more diverse faculty, staff, and student body in a research-based environment as it responds to the diverse population and educational needs of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the nation, and the world. The Social Justice Education (SJE) concentration, within the Department of Student Development, aspires to expand on the legacy of its renowned curriculum and seeks a dedicated faculty member with expertise in social justice education theory, pedagogy, and practice. Job DescriptionWe are particularly looking for scholars who have experience in a) preparing social justice practitioners and leaders with SJE-informed curriculum development competencies, multimodal approaches to SJE practices, and intersectional analyses of social justice issues including but not limited to racial justice, gender and sexuality justice, and or dis/ability justice in education; and b) preparing social justice researchers with SJE competencies through theoretical and methodological paradigms such as: decoloniality/anti-coloniality, critical race theories, social justice education, anti-oppressive and anti-racist frameworks, liberation theory, languages and literacies, and re/humanizing methods that deeply consider the social/political/historical contexts of the educational landscape-in the US and/or globally.The ideal candidate will have content and/or practice expertise in areas that focus on social justice issues in one or both of the following specializations: a) youth-based informal and/or formal education settings, (e.g., middle/high school classrooms, community organizations / learning centers, and cultural institutions) b) college students and/or college settings (e.g., preparing social justice practitioners, student affairs professionals, and college leaders). The ideal candidate will also have an excellent teaching record, possess strong scholarly potential made evident through a budding publication record, and a programmatic line of inquiry that has the potential to generate grant funding. Major Responsibilities Include:Teach across our robust undergraduate, masters, doctoral course offeringsAdvise SJE master's and PhD StudentsProvide service at the concertation, department, college level, and universityContribute to the field of social justice education nationally and in the Commonwealth of MassachusettsMaintain an active research agenda, and publication recordActively seek internal and external research funding RequirementsMinimum Qualifications: an earned Doctorate in an area closely related to Social Justice Education (fields outside of education are also encouraged to apply e.g., Ethnic Studies, American Studies, Sociology, Social Policy, Criminal Justice, etc.)excellent potential or an already demonstrated ability to conduct externally funded scholarship, and research and publication in an area of expertise aligned with social justice education with youth/youth settings and/or college students/college settingsdemonstrated evidence of high-quality inquiry in social justice education and the ability to become an outstanding researcher and teacher at the university level Additional InformationWork Schedule: Academic year appointment Application InstructionsApplicants are required to apply through the UMass online application system, where they should submit the following materials (in pdf format):1. A letter of interest that addresses the candidate's alignment with the minimum and preferred qualifications2. A curriculum vitae3. Names and contact information for three (3) professional references4. A one-page statement of vision for the candidate's role in advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. This may include the candidate's skills, experiences, and commitment to teaching and mentoring, professional service, and past or future research. Review of candidates will begin December 1, 2023 and will continue until a qualified candidate is identified. The University is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members. Because broad diversity is essential to an inclusive climate and critical to the University's goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will holistically assess the many qualifications of each applicant and favorably consider an individual's record working with students and colleagues with broadly diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds in educational, research or other work activities. We will also favorably consider experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to an academic career and degree.Advertised: Nov 16 2023 Eastern Standard TimeApplications close: