Lecturer - HFIM
- Employer
- University of Georgia
- Location
- Athens, Georgia, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Dec 11, 2024
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Business & Management, Management, Other Business & Management, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Recreation & Leisure Studies
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
Position Summary
The Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics ( AAEC ) at the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences invites applications for a Lecturer of Hospitality and Food Industry Management. The position appointment will be 100% instruction requiring a four-course teaching load each semester for Fall and Spring.
The Hospitality and Food Industry Management major is the one of the fastest growing programs at University of Georgia and within the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. Since the first course was taught in Fall 2019 and within only a few short years, the major has been ranked as one of the top public university hospitality management programs by both the NICHE and US News College Rankings. The program engages with various on-campus facilities such as the UGA Center for Continuing Education and Hotel, State Botanical Garden of Georgia, UGA Golf Course, UGA Sanford Stadium, and UGA Dining Services for internships, experiential learning activities, and faculty and student research. The faculty maintain extensive professional networks across the broad spectrum of the hospitality industry and works closely with some of the country’s most prominent hospitality companies.
Responsibilities:
- Teach a range of undergraduate courses in hospitality and food industry management.
- Assist with recruitment, retention, and placement efforts.
- Effectively interact with the staff of the UGA Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel (a 200-room/suite conference center located on campus) in providing a “hands-on” component to the curriculum.
- Collaborate with other faculty within the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences in developing new interdisciplinary academic efforts.
- Work cooperatively with administrators, faculty, students, and industry.
Special Instructions to Applicants
APPLICATION MATERIALS : (1) a letter of application including a description of academic qualifications and experience; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) evidence of teaching and service experience (if any); (4) graduate school transcripts; and (5) names and contact information for three professional references. The position posting is open until filled, but the application review will start on January 15, 2025.
Nominations, questions and/or other inquiries should be directed to John Salazar, Search Committee Chair, email jsalazar@uga.edu, or phone at 706-542-0769.
Posting Details
Posting Number
F2246P
Working Title
Lecturer - HFIM
Department
CAES Ag & Applied Economics
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
The University of Georgia is located in Athens, a vibrant community renowned for music and arts as well as collegiate athletics. Outdoor activities are popular year-round and the bustling urban center ofAtlanta, located 65 miles west of Athens, offers all of the amenities of a world-class city. The main campus is approximately 60 miles from the Blue Ridge Mountains and 185 miles from the coast. The University of Georgia is a Research I, land-grant institution in the University System of Georgia. Founded in 1785, the University of Georgia is the largest and most comprehensive educational institution in the state. UGA has approximately 35,200 undergraduates and has been ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top 20 public institutions of higher education in the United States. Visit the University’s website at www.uga.edu for additional information.
College/Unit/Department website
https://agecon.uga.edu/
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Underutilization
Advertised Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Anticipated Start Date
08/01/2025
Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)
Job Posting Date
12/11/2024
Job Closing Date
Open until filled
Yes
Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title
Lecturer
FLSA
Faculty Rank
Lecturer
Contract Type
Academic (9 mo.)
Tenure Status
Non-Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications
Terminal degree in hospitality management, tourism, economics, business, or a closely related field.
Additional Requirements
- Two years or more of prior hospitality industry experience in either food and beverage operations, hotel operations and/or sales, or facility and event management.
- Candidates with a master’s degree must document exceptional accomplishments in their fieldand must be approved for a terminal degree exception before hire.
- Five years or more of executive or senior managerial experience in the hospitality industry.
- Two years of prior teaching experience at the community college and/or university level, including teaching in an experiential learning environment.
- Preference will be given to individuals who can instruct one or more of the following courses: Hospitality Law, Hospitality Analytics, Hospitality Marketing, Hospitality Entrepreneurship, Hospitality Innovation, Hospitality Digital Marketing and Branding, Global Food and Beverage Strategy, Sustainable Hospitality Innovation and Technology, and/or Hospitality Strategic Management.
Is this a Position of Trust?
Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?
No
Does this position require a P-Card?
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No
Is driving a responsibility of this position?
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)
Yes
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume/CV
- Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy
- Unofficial Transcripts
- List of References with Contact Information
Company
As the birthplace of public higher education in America, the University of Georgia has inspired generations of entrepreneurs, researchers, and citizens to change the world since its founding in 1785.
The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. Its motto, “to teach, to serve, and to inquire into the nature of things,” reflects the University’s integral and unique role in the conservation and enhancement of the state’s and nation’s intellectual, cultural, and environmental heritage.
The University of Georgia shares with the other research universities of the University System of Georgia the following core characteristics:
- a statewide responsibility and commitment to excellence and academic achievements having national and international recognition;
- a commitment to excellence in a teaching/learning environment dedicated to serving a diverse and well-prepared student body, to promoting high levels of student achievement, and to providing appropriate academic support services;
- a commitment to excellence in research, scholarship, and creative endeavors that are focused on organized programs to create, maintain, and apply new knowledge and theories; that promote instructional quality and effectiveness; and that enhance institutionally relevant faculty qualifications;
- a commitment to excellence in public service, economic development, and technical assistance activities designed to address the strategic needs of the state of Georgia along with a comprehensive offering of continuing education designed to meet the needs of Georgia’s citizens in life-long learning and professional education;
- a wide range of academic and professional programming at the baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral levels.
With its statewide mission and core characteristics, the University of Georgia endeavors to prepare the University community and the state for full participation in the global society of the twenty-first century. Through its programs and practices, it seeks to foster the understanding of and respect for cultural differences necessary for an enlightened and educated citizenry. It further provides for cultural, ethnic, gender, and racial diversity in the faculty, staff, and student body. The University is committed to preparing the University community to appreciate the critical importance of a quality environment to an interdependent global society.
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- Website
- http://www.uga.edu/
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