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Be a Part of Our Learning Community
Huntingdon College, founded in 1854, is a community of faith, wisdom, and service. The College serves approximately 900 students in undergraduate programs and in the W. James Samford Jr. School of Graduate and Professional Studies. Huntingdon provides an outstanding liberal arts education in an atmosphere that supports spiritual growth and inquiry. An excellent employee benefits program and the opportunity to work in a setting that supports growth in mind, body, and spirit await you at Huntingdon College.
Huntingdon College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate and master’s degrees. Questions about the accreditation of Huntingdon College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Huntingdon’s Educator Preparation programs are approved by the Alabama State Department of Education. The Music program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). The Biochemistry program is accredited by the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB).
Huntingdon College, in accordance with Title IX and Section 106.8 of the 2020 Final Rule under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, other applicable federal and state law, and stated College policy, prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex. Similarly, it prohibits discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, age and/or national origin in its education program or activity, including admission and employment. For more information, see www.huntingdon.edu/misconduct.
Huntingdon College is a smoke-free campus.
Positions Available
Faculty Positions
Instructor in Political Science
Huntingdon College (Montgomery, Alabama) invites applications for the position of Instructor in Political Science. This full-time, non-tenure-track, 10-month Instructor position (5-5 teaching load) will begin August 1, 2022. The Political Science program at Huntingdon College offers a Minor in Political Science and teaches important courses required in both the History major and the college’s general-education curriculum. Applicants must be able to teach courses in American Government, World Politics, and American Policy Systems, all at the sophomore level.
Our preferred candidate would also be able to teach African American History and Introduction to African American Studies in our African American Studies Minor. Successful candidates will demonstrate excellence in teaching and a strong commitment to ethical behavior and professionalism.
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, one-page statement of teaching philosophy, graduate transcripts (unofficial acceptable in the first instance), a list of three professional references, and a CV, to Dr. Tom Perrin, Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty, at officeofthecao@hawks.
Required Education: An earned doctorate in Political Science or a closely related subject from an accredited institution is preferred, but ABDs near completion of the degree will be considered, as will candidates with master’s degrees in the specific areas of need noted above.
Huntingdon College, grounded in the Judeo-Christian tradition of the United Methodist Church, is committed to nurturing growth in faith, wisdom, and service and to graduating individuals prepared to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Founded in 1854, Huntingdon is a coeducational liberal arts college.
Huntingdon College is committed to a policy against legally impermissible, arbitrary, or unreasonable discriminatory practices. Therefore, the College, in accordance with applicable federal and state law and stated College policy, prohibits discrimination in its employment practices and in the delivery of its educational programs on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, age, and/or national origin.
Staff Positions
Housekeeping Staff
Job Description
The primary purpose of your job position is to perform day-to-day activities of the Housekeeping Department in accordance with the guidelines and regulations governing our facility and as may be directed by the Director of Housekeeping or Housekeeping Supervisor, to assure that Huntingdon College is maintained in a clean, safe and comfortable manner.
Job Functions
Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, the following list in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.
Duties and Responsibilities
Housekeeping staff are expected to:
- Ensure that work/cleaning schedules are followed as closely as practical.
- Complete any required records or documentation of work performed.
- Report all accidents/incidents to your supervisor immediately.
- Report to work as scheduled. Notify your supervisor per policy if you will be late/absent for your scheduled shift. Develop and maintain a good working relationship with housekeeping staff as well as with other departments to assure that housekeeping can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the college. Follow established safety procedures and precautions when performing tasks and when using equipment and supplies.
- Ensure that assigned work areas are maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary manner.
- Keep work areas free of hazardous objects such as protruding mop/broom handles, unnecessary equipment, supplies, etc.
- Follow proper techniques, including using appropriate personal protective equipment, when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, and solutions used for cleaning.
- Report hazardous conditions or equipment to your Supervisor. Perform day-to-day housekeeping functions as assigned.
- Clean daily as instructed.
- Clean, wash, sanitize and polish bathroom fixtures.
- Clean windows/mirrors, bathrooms and entranceways.
- Clean floors, to include sweeping, dusting, damp/wet mopping, stripping, finishing, disinfecting, etc.
Security Officer (2)
Huntingdon College, Department of Public Safety invites applications for the position of Security Officer. The security officer position is responsible for providing security patrols and performing duties relating to the protection of College students, faculty, staff, personal and institution property through the enforcement of law and college rules to ensure a safe and secure environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Communicate and have an appropriate relationship with faculty, staff, students, and the public.
- Execute daily reports and patrol college property on foot and in motorized vehicles to preserve law and order.
- Prevent and discover the commission of crimes.
- Answer calls and complaints involving fire, automobile accidents, lockouts, felonies, and other misdemeanors.
- Administer first aid, conduct preliminary investigations, gather information, and prepare detailed accident investigation reports.
- Interview person with complaints and inquiries and attempt to make proper disposition or direct them to proper authorities.
- Attend regular training classes in police methods, first aid, target practice and other law enforcement-related work as required.
- Provide crowd and traffic control during sporting events and other special events.
- Enforce and issue parking citations upon regulations.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school graduate or GED approved by the State Department of Education.
- 21 years old or older.
- Have a valid driver license with an insurable driving record.
- Must be APOSTC certified
Preferred Qualifications
- Must not have been convicted of a felony, misdemeanor involving force, violence, or moral turpitude.
- CPR and First Aid certificates.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of security, traffic, and parking practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of general Huntingdon conduct rules.
- Interpersonal skills needed to communicate with faculty, staff, students, and the public.
- Ability to administer CPR or First Aid.
- Ability to recognize safety, security, or health hazards.
- Ability to document investigations.
- Ability to monitor fire and motion systems.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Note
- An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment background check and drug test.
To Apply
Complete and submit a Huntingdon Application for Employment along with a resume to hr@hawks.huntingdon.edu.
Adjunct Teaching Opportunities
Huntingdon College maintains a part-time instructor pool to address any instructional needs that may arise in all disciplines represented at the College, e.g. accounting, art, biology, business administration, chemistry, Christian ministries, communication studies, criminal justice, economics, education, English, French, geography, history, management, mathematics, music (including instrumental studio instruction), physical science, political science, psychology, religion, Spanish, sport science and physical education, and theater.
The Office of Academic Affairs requests that individuals interested in teaching on a part-time basis at Huntingdon College submit the following materials for review:
- Current resume or Curriculum Vita,
- All post-secondary transcripts,
- Three letters of recommendation,
- Teaching philosophy
In order to be considered for as a potential part-time instructor, a candidate must have a completed graduate degree, and at least 18 hours of coursework in the discipline the candidate desires to teach. Additionally and specific to part-time instructors for the Music Program: the candidate must be highly skilled in the instructional area; able to communicate well and utilize delivery systems as needed; able to perform in public, assist students to perform in public in the music area taught; and must be physically able to handle materials and equipment related to teaching.
Interested individuals may send the above pieces to the Office of Academic Affairs at Huntingdon College via:
- Email: officeoftheprovost@huntingdon.edu
- Fax: (334) 833-4272
- Mail: Office of Academic Affairs, Huntingdon College, 1500 East Fairview Avenue, Montgomery, AL 36106-2148
Mission
Huntingdon College, grounded in the Judeo-Christian tradition of the United Methodist Church, is committed to nurturing growth in faith, wisdom, and service and to graduating individuals prepared to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Founded in 1854, Huntingdon is a coeducational liberal arts college.
Employee Benefits
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Insurance
- Cancer, Life, Intensive Care, Accidental, Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
- Medical & Dependent Care Reimbursement Plans
- Retirement Plan
- Holidays
- Vacation (staff)
- Sick Leave (staff)
- Direct Deposit
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Tuition Scholarship; Application for Employee Tuition Scholarship; Application Procedures for Employee Tuition Scholarship
- Tuition Exchange
- Bookstore
- Library Services
- Recreation Facilities
