Assistant/Associate Professor of Counseling Education with Emphasis in Rural Mental Health

Job TitleAssistant/Associate Professor of Counseling Education with Emphasis in Rural Mental Health Agency Texas A&M University - Kingsville Department Educational Leadership & Counseling Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationKingsville, Texas Job TypeFaculty Job Description This search will be for one (1) tenure-track faculty position which will be a 9- month appointment in the Department of Educational Leadership & Counseling. The search will start immediately with an appointment in Spring, 2025. This selected candidate will be teaching a¾ course load (per main semester (Fall and Spring) with ¼ of the academic load devoted to support of the Institute for Rural Mental Health Initiatives (IRMHl). It is understood this position may need to provide an in-person, on-campus presence at least 10 hours per week (25%) for the support of the IRMHI and Director. SALARY: Commensurate with experience and qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: To be considered, candidates must have- An earned Doctorate in Counseling or Counselor Education from a CACREP-accredited institution Eighteen (18) graduate hours from a regionally accredited institution or university for every field the applicant will teach Credentials sufficient to be an Assistant/Associate Professor at Texas A&M University Kingsville Texas Licensed Professional Counselor credentials or be license-eligible as an LPC counselor in the state of Texas At least three (3) years of experience working with rural populations and communities in a professional capacity. This can be a combination of rural mental health employment, rural mental health research, service provisions, local agency support, teaching rural mental health courses at the graduate level, rural school district support, etc. Additionally, the ideal candidate must have: Leadership abilities with a vision to develop and enhance programs in the department. Evidence of teaching excellence in the mental health counseling field. Experience and/or knowledge in teaching in a virtual delivery format. Teaching load:¾ with ¼ release for IRMHI support. Summer courses are provided, but no guarantee. There will be a one-course release for the Ist year (new faculty investment program) Ability and desire to address the educational needs of diverse and rural populations. Willingness to collaborate and sustain a collegial environment. Willingness to advise, mentor, and supervise master's students. Help the department build a strong program to be commensurate with the University's mission as a Hispanic-serving institution and address educational needs of diverse population. Collaborate with colleagues and sustain a collegial environment to fulfill the needs of the departments and colleges strategic goals and support the mission of the IRMHI. Exude leadership capacities with a vision to develop and enhance programs in the department. Actively participate in service for the program, department, college, and university committees. Have evidence of teaching excellence in a virtual delivery format in counselor education. Credentials sufficient to be an Assistant/Associate Professor at Texas A&M University Kingsville. Commitment to establish and maintain a rigorous research agenda and pursue grant funding per the College of Education & Human Performance's Promotion and Tenure Guidelines. Commitment to attend required mandatory on-campus and virtual meetings each semester. A commitment to attend weekly on-campus meetings for the 1st year is required (due to the new faculty investment program) related to the University, college, department, and counseling program. Clearly posted office hours sufficient to support the needs of the graduate advisees and those who inquire about the program. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP & COUNSELING: The Department of Educational Leadership & Counseling is housed in the College of Education & Human Performance at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, a Hispanic-serving institution. The department, with 11 full-time faculty, offers master's programs in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Counseling and Guidance, Adult Education, Educational Administration, Instructional Technology, a doctoral program in Educational Leadership, and a transcripted certificate in Higher Educational Administration and Leadership. Within the Department, the Counseling Program offers Master of Science Degrees in the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) accredited 100% online Clinical Mental Health Counseling (EDCM) and non-CACREP accredited 100% online Counseling and Guidance (EDCG). The program prepares students for Professional Counseling licensure and School Counseling certification. Approximately 120 graduate students are enrolled in the Counseling program with four core faculty and supportive adjuncts. The College of Education and Human Performance is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and by the State Board for Educator Certification. APPLICATION INFORMATION: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must apply online by submitting the following items: Online: https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/TAMUK_External Employment Application Cover Letter Curriculum vitae Scanned transcripts (unofficial) Personal Statement to include philosophy and plans for research, teaching, and service, as applicable Three professional references with contact information Please address questions and correspondence to the following: Dr. Steve F. Bain, LPC-S, NCC Educational Leadership & Counseling Search Committee Texas A&M University-Kingsville 700 University Blvd; MSC 223 Kingsville TX 78363 Steve.Bain@tamuk.edu 361-593-2018 Prior to issuing a letter of appointment, official transcripts must be received directly from each degree-granting institution by the Office of the Provost, Texas A&M University-Kingsville, MSC 102, and Kingsville, Texas 78363-8202. For review of application, applicants may submit unofficial transcripts from each institution for higher education attended. If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at https://www.naces.org/index. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK)! We are a public research university located in Kingsville, Texas. TAMUK is the southernmost campus of the Texas A&M University System. It is located 40 miles southwest of Corpus Christi and is within a 4-hour or less drive to multiple metro areas, including: San Antonio, Austin, Houston, and Brownsville- McAllen- Harlingen. The mission of Texas A&M University- Kingsville is to enrich lives through education, discovery, and service in South Texas and beyond. The university's enrollment of approximately 7,000 students reflects the ethnic diversity of South Texas, with approximately 65% of the students of Hispanic origin. The university consists of five academic colleges: Arts & Sciences, Business Administration, Engineering, Agriculture & Natural Resources, and Education & Human Performance. The University has the Carnegie classification of: Doctoral University: High Research Activity. According to Forbes Media, ratings from Javelina alumni rank Texas A&M University- Kingsville among the top 25 Universities in the nation. The rankings are based on alumni feedback about their experience at the institution. Kingsville, a friendly and safe community, is home to nearly 30,000 people and represents a vital part of the Texas ranching industry with more than 60,000 cattle and 300 quarter horses. In addition to being home to the first institution of higher learning in South Texas, Kingsville is also home to Naval Air Station Kingsville and several Fortune 500 industrial companies. From its quaint, historical buildings downtown to the longhorn and Santa Gertrudis cattle that graze in the legendary King Ranch, Kingsville still retains much of its unique historical charm while continuing to steadily grow into its future. Visit www.tamuk.edu or www.kingsvilletexas.com for more information. If you need assistance in applying for any position, please contact a recruiting partner at (361) 593-3705. The following links will open in a new tab TAMUK Employee Services Home Page Prospective Employees TAMU System Job Opportunities Employee Benefits Campus Crime Statistics