Job Description / Duties

The Kinesiology department at Emmanuel College seeks a Faculty Program Coordinator to teach in and provide administrative support for the newly approved master’s program. The Master of Exercise Science Program prepares students for the American College of Sports Medicine Exercise Physiologist (ACSMEP) certification. The second track prepares students for the National Strength and Conditioning, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification. The new Program Coordinator will be arriving
at an exciting time in the history of Emmanuel College and will play a key role in the development and implementation of Emmanuel College’s first graduate programs.

The Program Coordinator is an 11-month position and has a preferred start date of January 2022. The Program Coordinator will begin curricular development at the time of hire. Of note, the views and values of the candidate must align with the College’s published mission statement, statement of faith, lifestyle expectations, and civic values.

The Program Coordinator will have the following faculty and administrative responsibilities:
Faculty Responsibilities
• Developing online courses for the program.
• Teaching 4 graduate courses (12 credit hours) per year
• Advising students
• Providing input on the curriculum and new course developments to ensure the delivery of quality programs
• Opportunities to teach in the undergraduate program, as desired or as needed
• Other academic duties normally performed by full-time or regular part-time faculty, such as participating on committees and in other academic service

Administrative Responsibilities
• Assisting with the marketing of the program and recruiting of students
• Assisting with management and administrative work of the program
• Participating in adjunct faculty hiring and development
• Other administrative duties as assigned

Qualifications / Required Skills

Minimum Qualifications
• A doctorate degree in Exercise Science or related field is preferred; ABD candidates considered
• ACSM CP or NSCA CSCS certifications
• The ability to teach a variety of graduate courses in areas of Kinesiology
• A willingness to teach undergraduate courses
• A deep personal faith in and commitment to Jesus Christ is essential

Preferred Qualifications
• Teaching experience at the graduate and/or undergraduate level
• Experience with Canvas or related LMS
• Related work experience
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently in an environment with competing demands and multiple deadlines
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience performing administrative work in an academic setting

Additional Information

Filing an application: Please forward the following (electronically only) directly to the contact person listed below.
• Cover Letter
• Resume with a min. of 3 references
• Transcripts from all colleges attended (unofficial or “student Issued” copies are acceptable for the application phase. Once hired, the candidate will be expected to provide certified copies)
• Personal Testimony: An explanation of the applicant's relationship with God through the Lord Jesus Christ, including a brief account of accepting Christ as personal savior, church membership, and current church involvements
• Pastoral Letter of Recommendation**: Should be from a current pastor and must include a verification of current church membership, a description of the applicant’s activity in the local congregation, and the pastor’s perception of the candidates’ personal commitment to Christ
(**Upon request, this may be submitted later in the application process)
Applications will not be considered until all requested documents have been received.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check (including driver’s history) and drug screen that determines you are able to perform the essential job functions. It is also subject to your providing appropriate documentation to establish your eligibility to be legally employed in the United States. Employee sponsorship is not available for this position.

Salary: TBD

Contact Information

Application Contact:
Joann Harper, Director of Human Resources
Email: jharper@ec.edu
Phone: (706) 245-2805

Employer Profile

Institutional Mission Statement
Emmanuel College is a community of Christ-centered higher learning that integrates faith, learning, and living within a biblical worldview and fosters spiritual, intellectual, and professional growth.

Enrollment
There are more than 900 students representing over 30 states, 22 foreign countries and 25 denominations.

Location
Emmanuel has an attractive 150-acre campus in Northeast Georgia. Emmanuel has a secure setting surrounded by state parks and other attractions nearby. Emmanuel is conveniently located near Athens and Atlanta, GA and Anderson, SC. We are located at 181 Spring St., Franklin Springs, GA 30639