Assistant Professor – Educator of Hospitality Management, at Clermont & Blue Ash College

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.

About UC Clermont College and UC Blue Ash College

The two regional campuses for the University of Cincinnati are collaboratively offering a new Hospitality Management program launching in the Fall of 2025 (21 Credit Certificate and 60 credit Associate’s Degree) with the Bachelor Degree program launching in the Fall of 2026. The degree programs will teach management principles and hospitality industry knowledge and skills.

UC Clermont College is one of two regional campuses for the University of Cincinnati. UC Clermont College is located in Batavia, Ohio, approximately 25 miles east of the uptown campus, on 108 acres located on top of the highest hill in Clermont County. We enjoy the beauty of a lush, park-like landscape with easy access for students and faculty. The College offers a variety of certificates, associate’s degrees and technical baccalaureate degrees to over 3,000 students. The college also prepares students for transition or transfer into baccalaureate degree programs on our Clifton campus. We focus on teaching excellence and supporting student success. We pride ourself on providing enrollment support services from start to finish for our students. Our focus on supporting students has resulted in a student retention rate well over 70%, giving UC Clermont the highest retention rate for students on any regional campus in the state of Ohio.

The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College is one of the largest regional colleges in Ohio and one of the most diverse colleges at the University of Cincinnati. The college is in Blue Ash, Ohio fifteen miles north of the uptown campus, on 135 acres in a park-like setting. The College offer primarily associate degrees in career and transition programs, as well as general education courses and technical baccalaureate degrees to approximately 4,500 students. The College values excellent teaching and personalized student support to help students achieve their goals. The college is a recipient of the Cincinnati Business Courier 2021 Best Places to Work award.

Job Overview

The Business and Law Department at UC Clermont College is seeking an innovative and collaborative full-time Assistant /Associate Professor Educator-track position in Hospitality Management (nine-month contract with the opportunity to work a third semester for additional compensation). Rank and salary will be commensurate with the credentials, background, and experience of the candidate. 

The successful candidate must have a demonstrated record of outstanding undergraduate Online and classroom teaching; and the ability to work collaboratively with regional and national hospitality and tourism organizations to create experiential student learning opportunities.

Essential Functions

• Assuming the role of Program Director for the new Associate Degree in Hospitality Management launching in the Fall of 2025 and the Bachelor Degree program launching in the Fall of 2026.
• Initially, teach the following courses: Intro to Hospitality and Tourism Industry; Hotel & Lodging Operations; and Room & Facilities Management.
• Provide excellent instruction of online undergraduate courses in the program.
• Minimum teaching load is eighteen credit hours annually (nine to twelve contact-hours each semester for two semesters), with the option to teach a third semester for additional compensation. 
• Participate in and support the accreditation and program review processes.
• Envision, engage and develop study abroad and experiential learning opportunities for students.
• Ability to manage curriculum, engage in course design and to develop new courses as needed.
• Participating in ongoing scholarship/research/professional development.
• Participating in ongoing service to the department, college, university, and community.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Qualifications for Assistant Professor (Educator):

• Master’s Degree in Hospitality Management or related field
• Three or more years of excellent postsecondary Online instructional experience in Hospitality and Tourism or related field evidenced by submitted teaching evaluations, student reviews, and peer course evaluations
• Demonstrated interest in creating and supervising students’ experiential learning opportunities including developing and maintaining industry contacts for internships and career opportunities that align with the Hospitality Management program.
• Ability to use technology in instruction and experience working with a learning management system such as Canvas or Blackboard.
• Knowledge of the accreditation criteria from the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration (ACPHA)
• Knowledge of SafeServe Association Certifications

Minimum Qualifications / Associate Professor (Educator):

• Ph.D. or earned doctorate in Hospitality Management or related discipline.
• Six or more years of demonstrated excellent postsecondary Online teaching experience in Hospitality and Tourism or related field evidenced by submitted teaching evaluations, student reviews, and peer course evaluations
• Experience in developing or modifying Hospitality & Tourism courses at the college level with a focus on applied and practical skills.
• Demonstrated interest in creating and supervising students’ experiential learning opportunities including developing and maintaining industry contacts for internships and career opportunities that align with the Hospitality Management program.
• Ability to use technology in instruction and experience working with a learning management system such as Canvas or Blackboard.
• Knowledge of, and experience working with the accreditation criteria from the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration (ACPHA)
• Knowledge of SafeServe Association Certifications
• Record of publications related to the Hospitality and Tourism Industry.

Additional Qualifications Considered

Teaching experience in an open access mission institution

Additional Applicaiton Information

All applications must include the following to be considered complete for evaluation:

• A cover letter addressing the listed criteria for the position you are seeking
• A brief statement of teaching philosophy
• Current CV
• Copies of transcript for all graduate degrees held
• Names and contact information for three (3) professional references
• Evidence of excellent teaching effectiveness (i.e., available student evaluations, student letters of recommendation, peer evaluations)
• Evidence of professional development.
• This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

Review of Applications begins 11/01/2024, and will continue until the position is filled.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we work to bring out the best in our students, faculty and staff to collaborate, create, innovate and compete in a global society. We are seeking individuals who want to be a part of a dynamic team. As part of a complete job application, you will be asked to include a Team Culture statement.

Applicants requiring sponsorship are not being considered at this time.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate’s experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

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