Title: Assistant Professor, Special Purpose

Application Review Date: 07/01/2025

Work Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

The College of Education and Human Development at Radford University is seeking applicants for an Assistant Professor, full-time special purpose faculty member in the Department of Counselor Education to begin Fall 2025.

The position will require teaching and university service. Primary responsibilities are teaching a range of core counseling courses and clinically focused courses (i.e., practicum and internship); serving as the Clinical Field Placement Coordinator; mentoring and supervising students; participating in assessment and improvement; contributing to department, college, and university service; and participating in professional activities. Evening, off-campus, is to be expected, with the option to teach summer semesters.

Responsibilities of the Clinical Field Placement Coordinator include:

o Assisting students with obtaining internship placements
o Collaborating with fieldwork sites to establish practicum and internship sites that meet university requirements and CACREP standards
o Maintaining a list of approved clinical-based sites for internship
o Ensuring MOU with fieldwork sites is completed and verified
o Responding to inquiries regarding practicum and internship from both students and fieldwork sites
o Collaborating with community partners to coordinate practicum and internship placements
o Assisting with the writing and compilation of accreditation documents related to clinical field placements
o Providing supervision to practicum and internship students
o Maintaining LPC for supervision purposes
o Collaborating with the field experience office and School Counseling Program Coordinator to coordinate placements for School Counseling interns

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate for this position must have an earned doctorate in counselor education from a CACREP-accredited doctoral program; a record of successful teaching; and evidence of commitment to student success and active learning.

Preferred Qualifications:

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or licensed eligible in Virginia
Experience as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor or School Counselor

Special Instructions to Applicants

Candidates should submit a letter of application, current vita, copies of transcripts, names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references.

Employment Conditions: Radford University is a comprehensive public university of over 7,800 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service and research programs. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 211-acre American classical campus, Radford University offers students many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom. The University offers 75 bachelor's degree programs in 47 disciplines and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 27 master's programs in 23 disciplines and five doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 19 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master's certificate. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men's and women's varsity athletics. With over 200 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engagement, leadership development and community service. In addition to robust academic offerings and engaging student experiences on the main campus located in Radford, Virginia, Radford University also offers a clinical-based educational experience for more than 1,000 students living and learning in Roanoke, Virginia as part of Radford University Carilion, a public-private partnership focused on the cutting-edge delivery of health sciences programming, outreach and service.

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Hours Per Week: 40

Months per Year: 9

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Teaching & Research Faculty

Normal Work Schedule: Varies based on course schedule

Employee Classification: Assistant Professor

Department: Counselor Education, Dept of

Salary: The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Department Contact Name: Bethany Lanier

Department Contact Phone: 540-831-7145

Department Contact Email: blaine@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.