Young Harris College is a private baccalaureate and master’s degree-granting institution located in the beautiful mountains of North Georgia. Founded in 1886 and historically affiliated with The United Methodist Church, Young Harris College educates, inspires and empowers students through an education that purposefully integrates the liberal arts and professional studies. The College has four academic divisions: Fine Arts; Humanities; Mathematics, Science and Technology; and Professional Studies. More than 1,400 students are enrolled in its residential and Early College programs. The College is an active member of the NCAA Division II and remains a fierce competitor in the prestigious Peach Belt Conference. For more information, visit yhc.edu.

Young Harris College invites applications for a part-time, non-tenure track position to begin in August 2022. Duties will primarily include online teaching Elementary Composition I (ENGL 1101), and Composition and Literature (ENGL 1102) for Young Harris Early College. Young Harris Early College is the YHC dual-enrollment program in which high school students take college courses to receive transferable college credits while still earning credit toward high school graduation. The courses are pre-built in Moodle. The instructor is tasked with facilitating the courses, providing prompt, meaningful feedback and communicating frequently with student.

The successful candidate will have earned at least a Master’s degree in English. A strong commitment to teaching in a liberal arts undergraduate curriculum is required. Candidate must be comfortable with technology. Moodle experience is a plus. Course enrollments are capped at a reasonable size. Instructors are compensated per course.

Candidates should apply electronically at https://recruiting.myapps.paychex.com/appone/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=4782897. Applications should include a cover letter, CV and three professional references. In addition, transcripts should be sent electronically to HumanResources@yhc.edu or by mail to Human Resources Director, Young Harris College, P.O. Box 68, Young Harris, GA 30582. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Selected candidates must successfully pass a background check.

Applicants who would enrich the diversity of the campus community are strongly encouraged to apply. EOE M/F/D/V

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Enrollment Management, the Communications Director plans and executes an integrated strategy to enhance the College’s image and increase awareness of programs, departments, and accomplishments to internal and external audiences. The Director builds relationships with multiple stakeholders in order to enhance the institution’s reputation and strengthen its brand. They lead the Office of Communications and Marketing, which includes two full-time direct reports and an intern and/or student worker.
 

Responsibilities:

• Implement a distinctive and results-driven integrated communications strategy that encompasses advertising, publics relations, publications, digital and social media, and media relations.
• Strengthens the College’s position within the higher education marketplace by engaging with our key audiences to raise the profile of the College; attract a diverse, high-achieving student population; and engage alumni, donors, and community members.
• Lead the development of communications materials on behalf of the College, including print and digital collateral, press releases, event scripts, video scripts, website and social media content, HTML emails and newsletters, and articles for the College’s magazine.
• Elevate communications by ensuring cohesive implementation of brand standards across all channels, platforms, and publications, including regularly updating and distributing the College’s published style guide.
• Serve as the College’s media contact, maintaining the institution’s media list, cultivating relationships with media contacts, and responding to all media inquiries.
• Amplify the impact of alumni, faculty, staff, and students’ achievements in local, state, and regional publications.
• Build a culture of collaboration by managing regular campus-wide communications planning and information meetings to define and advance strategic events and objectives and develop a proactive communications plan and calendar.
• Support select College-sponsored events hosted by various offices, including but not limited to academic affairs, advancement, alumni relations, and athletics.
• Implement measurement tools and analytics to determine effectiveness of overall communication programs and initiatives.
• Establish and, when needed, execute an appropriate crisis communication plan for the College.
• Manage the budget and expenses for the Office of Communications and Marketing.
• Serve on other College committees as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, English, or a related field with 5+ years of experience
• Excellent communication skills, including writing, editing, and public speaking
• Ability to develop effective relations across diverse constituencies
• Effective leadership and team building skills
• Oversight of projects and resources including establishing priorities, managing timelines, and meeting deadlines
• Experience working with outside vendors who provide services such as graphic design, photography, videography, and digital and social media content
• Fluency in English (oral and written)
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Master’s degree in communications, journalism, English, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in a higher education setting
• Knowledge of AP Style
• Experience with website content management systems (e.g., Drupal)
• Experience with email and social media platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, SproutSocial, etc.)
• Proficiency using the software, hardware, and processes related to multimedia and graphic design production

Applicants who would enrich the diversity of the campus community are strongly encouraged to apply.

EOE M/F/D/V

Summary

• The Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach will direct and oversee all coaching duties of the men’s lacrosse program, coordinating all aspects of recruitment, scheduling, training, academics and budget management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s preferred;
• Two or more years of collegiate coaching and/or playing experience,
• collegiate recruiting experience,
• effective communication (verbal and written),
• proficiency with computer and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Head Coach of the men’s lacrosse team
• Evaluate and recruit qualified student athletes who can excel both academically and athletically
• Promote an environment which places an emphasis on academics & graduation
• Responsible for instructing and developing team and individual practices
• Responsible for competition scheduling and all travel arrangements
• Coordinate all fundraising and community service events
• Knowledge and commitment to NCAA, Peach Belt Conference and Young Harris College rules, polices & procedures
• Responsible for managing operating budget and scholarship budget while maintaining roster requirements
• Responsible for other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics

Applicants who would enrich the diversity of the campus community are strongly encouraged to apply.

EOE M/F/D/V

Young Harris College invites applications from qualified candidates for the position of Vice President for Student Development (VPSD). As the College’s chief student affairs officer (CSAO), the VPSD is responsible for the operations of the Office of Student Development and directly or indirectly oversees the work of eleven full-time employees and approximately 50 part-time student workers. The VPSD reports directly to the Provost and serves as a key member of the Provost’s Council and of the President’s Senior Leadership Team.

Founded in 1886, YHC is a small, private, predominantly residential institution located in the mountains of Northeast Georgia, equidistant from Atlanta, Asheville, and Chattanooga. The College enrolls approximately 900 undergraduate students, 20 graduate students in a hybrid-delivery MAT program, and over 500 dual enrollment students taught online and onsite at public and private high schools in the region. Its breathtaking campus at the foot of Brasstown Bald, the highest point in the state, features a modern campus center, a multiuse recreation and commencement center, and multiple residential facilities constructed in the last decade. Over three-quarters of students come from in-state, with nearly half coming from the Atlanta metro area. Endowments of over $200 million ensures that the College is well-positioned to continue to grow and provide meaningful programs to its students.

The VPSD’s primary role is to ensure the safety, engagement, and development of the College’s undergraduate degree-seeking students, while providing appropriate services to dual-enrollment and graduates students. Areas of responsibility in the Office of Student Development include Residence Life, Involvement & Activities, Recreation, Professional Development & Career Services, Student Counseling, Greek Life, Community Standards & Conduct, and the Student Government Association. The VPSD works closely with the Provost and AVPs to coordinate academic and student affairs programming that supports student success, well-being, and belonging, with shared responsibility for management of the Success Center and the College’s extended orientation program.

Required qualifications include an earned master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education (college student personnel, higher education administration, educational leadership, or a related discipline) and at least five years of relevant experience in multiple areas of student affairs. An earned doctorate and ten years of experience are preferred. The successful candidate will be expected to live in the area and become a valuable member of the campus and local communities. The College can provide transitional housing at no cost for up to one year.

Applications must include a cover letter, current CV, and contact information for at least three professional references. Applicant must apply online using the College’s HR portal. Review of applications will begin immediately. The position’s expected start date is 1 August 2022 but may be negotiable.

Applicants who would enrich the diversity of the campus community are strongly encouraged to apply.
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The Department of Business and Public Policy at Young Harris College invites applications for a full-time, limited-term position as a Visiting Assistant Professor of Marketing in August 2022. The successful candidate will have the ability to teach introductory and upper-level marketing courses in a face-to-face format on the Young Harris campus in Young Harris, Georgia. Applicants should hold a graduate degree in a related field. Broad knowledge in marketing is required, with some preference for candidates with expertise in quantitative methods. The successful candidate will demonstrate teaching excellence.

The Department of Business and Public Policy is an interdisciplinary department inspired by former Georgia Governor Zell Miller that trains students to think critically and creatively, in the liberal arts tradition, about the interplay between business and public policy.

Questions about the position may be sent to YHC Assistant Professor Economics & Finance and Chair of Business & Public Policy Dr. Woodbury at tdwoodbury@yhc.edu. Please include the following in your application: a cover letter, current CV, copies of graduate transcripts, and the contact information for three professional references. Applicants will submit their materials through the link below.

Review of applications will continue until position is filled. Selected candidate must successfully pass a background check.

Applicants who would enrich the diversity of the campus community are strongly encouraged to apply.
EOE M/F/D/V