Instructor/Educational Program Coordinator & Recruiter

Position Details

Position Information

Department

Horticulture (AHT)

Position Title

Coordinator-Stud Outrch & Retn

Job Title

Instructor / Educational Program Coordinator & Recruiter

Appointment Type

Professional Faculty

Job Location

Corvallis

Benefits Eligible

Full-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary

The Department of Horticulture is seeking a combination position of an Instructor and an Educational Program Coordinator & Recruiter. The incumbent will hold two appointments, a 0.50 FTE, fixed term, 12-month Instructor position, with reappointment at the discretion of the Department Head, and a 0.50 FTE, ESOL / Educational Program Coordinator & Recruiter, a 12-month, professional faculty position, reflecting duties in both academic and administrative areas.

College of Agricultural Sciences (CAS) faculty are committed to enhancing student success by engaging students in quality academic instruction, research, internships, global studies, and other experiential learning opportunities. There is an expectation that, as part of your role in the college, you embody and advance the principles and practices conveyed in the CAS CARE Commitment document.

Oregon State University's commitment to student success includes hiring, retaining, and developing diverse faculty to mentor and educate our undergraduate and graduate students from entry through graduation. Our Strategic Plan articulates the strategies we believe are critical to advancing and equalizing learner success. The College of Agricultural Sciences is likewise committed to the success of all learners accessed through its extension and outreach programs.

The Instructor position will provide instruction of both face-to-face and online courses in the Department of Horticulture's Viticulture Program. This position will contribute to the development of new courses and revision of existing viticulture courses and enhance student recruitment to the discipline.

The incumbent should foster student critical thinking and advance student's knowledge and skills in grape production (viticulture). This will be done by designing, maintaining, and carrying out educational program activities to ensure an intellectual foundation for students concerning the following aspects of viticulture : grapevine growth, physiology, vineyard production practices, and business operations management for vineyard operations. The courses serve students in multiple degree programs and provide enrichment experiences for both majors and non-majors.

The Educational Program Coordinator & Recruiter position will assist the Oregon Wine Research Institute and its respective departments (Horticulture and Food Science and Technology) to further develop the comprehensive Viticulture and Enology degree options. This may involve engagement with other departments and community college partners with viticulture and enology programs to establish a plan for flow-through degree options.

The position will also be responsible for coordinating internship opportunities and developing and executing a recruitment plan and activities to increase enrollment of undergraduate and graduate students in the program.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

• Top 1.4% university in the world
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• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
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• 100 undergraduate degree programs, 80 graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k alumni worldwide
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Locations :

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package :

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including :

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Key Responsibilities

50% Program Coordinator and Recruiter for the Viticulture and Enology Degree Options

45% Instruction

Develop curriculum and provide instruction for 4-5 viticulture courses (new and existing) that train, engage and challenge student learning through on-campus courses and online distance education. This includes a site-based (on-campus) course, HORT 454 / HORT 599 Principles and Practices of Vineyard Production and an eCampus course, HORT 573 Vineyard Operations. These courses are taught to upper division undergraduate students and graduate students in Horticulture, Food Science and Technology and the College of Business's Wine Operations Management Master of Business Administration (MBA).

5% Service

Participate in departmental and college governance and professional activities; serve on university committees, as time, interest and aptitude permit.

What You Will Need

Minimum Qualifications for Instructor Position :

Minimum Qualifications for Educational Program Coordinator & Recruiter Position :

What We Would Like You to Have

Preferred Qualifications for Instructor Position :

Preferred Qualifications for Educational Program Coordinator & Recruiter Position :

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

This work will occur in classrooms and office spaces of the Department of Horticulture. Work will also require off-campus field trips to OSU Corvallis Farm Unit locations and commercial vineyard and winery operations that will require driving students in OSU Motor Pool vehicles. Occasionally driving will be required for student recruitment and educational program coordination and outreach with academic partners.

Pay Method

Salary

Pay Period

1st through the last day of the month

Pay Date

Last working day of the month

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range

52,588-$68,000

Link to Position Description

https : / / jobs.oregonstate.edu / position_descriptions / 164200

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

P08820UF

Number of Vacancies

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date

04 / 01 / 2025

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date

01 / 30 / 2025

Full Consideration Date

04 / 01 / 2025

Closing Date

05 / 31 / 2025

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search

Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by April 1, 2025. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents :

1) A resume / CV; and

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

3) Statement of Teaching

4) Publications

Letters of Reference will be requested on finalists only. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for three referees who will be sent a secure quicklink that will allow them to upload the requested letters of reference on your behalf.

For additional information please contact :

Patricia Stock

Patricia.stock@oregonstate.edu

541-737-3479

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial / ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

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Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has "critical or security-sensitive" responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu .

Salary : $52,588 - $68,000