Full job description ATTENTION: Internal/External
External
Position Title
Lecturer ¿ Communication and Public Relations
TTC Title and Code
Lecturer (TL020)
FTE
100%
Position Information
Principal Work Location: UW-Stevens Point Main Campus
Supervisor: Associate Dean for College of Natural Resources
Total Rewards
Pay Schedule-range: $45,500 minimum annually; based on qualifications and experience
UW Stevens Point provides a competitive benefits package including monthly premiums starting at $32, deductibles starting at $250, auto-enrollment in the Wisconsin Retirement System (pension) with employer contributions, and 17+ days of paid time off (PTO)*. Additional benefits and more information available on our Total Rewards page. Relocation is not available for this position.
Department
College of Natural Resources
Department Description
The Environment & Society (ES) discipline is in the College of Natural Resources (CNR) at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Major options in the ES discipline include Conservation & Community Planning, Conservation Law Enforcement, Environmental Education and Interpretation, and Environmental Science and Management. The College supports premier undergraduate natural resources programs. The CNR has approximately 1,500 undergraduates, 100 graduate students, and over 130 faculty and staff. The college supports undergraduate natural resource programs with disciplines in Environment & Society, Fisheries and Water Resources, Forestry, Soil and Waste Resources, Wildlife Ecology and the Department of Paper Science and Chemical Engineering.
University Description
Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit for more information about UW-Stevens Point.
JOB DETAILS: Position Summary
This is a full-time, academic year (9-month) instructional academic staff lecturer position. The individual is responsible for classroom, online, and/or laboratory instruction and assists with instructional development and design for a single course or series of courses within an academic discipline to support the delivery of quality instruction. Serves as an instructor of record for courses such as NRES 320 ¿ Natural Resources Communication and Public Relations. Teaches 12 credits or the equivalent each academic semester. The potential exists for teaching during summer and winterim sessions for additional compensation.
QUALIFICATIONS: Required Qualifications
Master¿s degree or higher with an applied emphasis on public communication in a relevant Natural Resources field, Education, Communication, Public Relations, Media Studies or another related field. Knowledge of appropriate social science methods to inform natural resource management decisions Knowledge of public relations and media engagement in natural resource settings
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching in an undergraduate setting Experience with meeting facilitation techniques Experience implementing techniques for managing conflicts in a natural resource setting SPECIAL NOTES: Special Notes
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. UW-Stevens Point¿s mission is, ¿Through the discovery, dissemination and application of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point fosters intellectual growth, provides a broad-based education, models community engagement and prepares students for success in a diverse and sustainable world.¿
Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at or .
The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
PTO offering prorated based on start date and hours worked. TO APPLY: How To Apply
This position and instructions on how to apply are located on our website. Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. To return to a draft application, click on the My Activities link at the top of the screen after logging in. Once you click on Submit Application, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. After submitting the application, you will receive an Application Confirmation email from the application system. Refer to the How To Apply document for more information.
Anticipated Appointment Date
8/26/2024
Terms of Employment
This is a Academic Staff academic year based appointment, exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.
Deadline and
Required Materials
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 4/23/2024 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.
Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents: Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience Resume Contact information for three professional references
(Official Transcripts may be required of finalist)
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
Position Contact
For additional information regarding the position, please call or email:
Kendra Liddicoat, Chair, Search and Screen Committee
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Human Resources Contact
If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email:
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