Lecturer II Or III In Counselor Education

Lecturer II or III in Counselor Education

Posting Numberreq25689 Employment TypeFaculty Faculty TypeLecturer Hiring DepartmentIndividual Family Comm Educ IFCE (734A) Academic LocationCollege of Education CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM Benefits EligibleThe University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs.

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The University of New Mexico College of Education and Human Sciences, Department of Individual Family and Community Education, invites applications for a Lecturer II/III in Counselor Education for the 2023-24 academic year. The position may commence as early as August 2023 but shall remain open until filled.

The UNM College of Education and Human Sciences is comprised of five academic departments, is a future-oriented, dynamic professional school organized to reflect the following values: Advocacy, Building Professional Identities, Collaboration, Building School/University Partnerships, Diversity and Social Justice, Interdisciplinary Inquiry/Scholarship, and Teaching, Learning and Leadership.

The Counselor Education Program within the College of Education and Human Sciences at the University of New Mexico offers both master's and doctoral degrees that are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The master's degree requires a minimum of 60 semester credit hours and is offered in clinical mental health counseling and school counseling areas of focus. Completion of the degree meets the preparatory standards for eligibility in New Mexico as either a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) or a certified school counselor.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in counselor education at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, supervise the Manzanita clinic, and provide advisement to graduate students. In addition to other professional services, the candidate will participate in admissions and assessments/evaluations and contribute to overall program development. The successful candidate will have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. (or ABD for Lecturer II) in CACREP-accredited Counselor Education by August 14, 2023.

UNM is the premier research university in the state of New Mexico, as well as a Carnegie R1 Highest Research Activity Institution and a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution.. Albuquerque is an ethnically diverse metropolitan area of over a half million residents that has been listed as one of the best small cities in the U.S. by National Geographic Traveler. The city has a rich culture and a location offering unparalleled opportunities for outdoor adventure.

The University is located within one hour of Santa Fe, three hours of Taos, and within minutes of the Sandia and Manzano mountain ranges, which offer great opportunities for hiking, biking, rock climbing, skiing, and other outdoor activities. Learn more about life in Albuquerque, NM : https://advance.unm.edu/why-abq/

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Best consideration date is Tuesday, June 20th, 2023. Please visit this link to apply: https://unmjobs.unm.edu.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

• Master's degree in a related area, or a terminal degree (i.e., PhD) by appointment with specialization in Counselor Education, preferably from a CACREP accredited program, or has related doctoral degrees and has been employed as full-time faculty member in a counselor education program for a minimum of one full academic year before July 1, 2013
• New Mexico licensed for school counseling and/or the independent practice of mental health and approved to supervise LMHCs by the start date.

Preferred qualifications:

• Specialization in School Counseling

• Specialization in Counselor Education

• Potential for assuming an active role in all program activities including accreditation, community outreach, and facilitating and maintaining program protocol.

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities

• Demonstrated work experiences in the field of counselor education

• Evidence of successful university teaching related to Counselor Education

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

A complete application consists of 1) a letter of interest; 2) a comprehensive CV; 3) a statement of teaching; 4) a record of teaching evaluations if available, and 5) the titles, names and contact information (address, phone number and email address) of at least three professional references. Inquiries should be sent to: Cara Streit (cestreit@unm.edu).

Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

For Best ConsiderationFor best consideration, please apply by 10/12/2023. This position will remain open until filled.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.