Lecturer of Forestry

Job Summary

The Department of Forest Resources, housed within the School of Agriculture and Natural Resources, seeks applicants for a Lecturer of Forest Resources. This is a 10-month nontenure track position.

About the Role

This position involves teaching undergraduate courses in support of the BS in Natural Resource Management, developing partnerships with commodity and industry organizations, and working effectively as a member of a faculty team to continually update and improve the content of courses and degree programs in the department. Specific teaching assignments will depend on the successful candidate’s experience and area of interest. Courses may include but are not limited to Forest Hydrology and Wetlands Management, Geographic Information Systems, Dendrology, Wildlife Ecology and Management I, Forest Mapping and Orienteering, and Herbaceous Plant Communities.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in support of the BS in Natural Resource Management.
• Develop partnerships with commodity and industry organizations.
• Work effectively as a member of a faculty team to continually update and improve the content of courses and degree programs in the department.
• Work with the community and college on initiatives and activities that enhance the student learning experience and community relationships and promote student engagement.

Requirements

• An earned Master’s in Forestry, Wildlife Management, or closely related discipline (degree must be completed by start date of employment).
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to use current technology in support of instructional activities.
• A primary interest in and firm commitment to undergraduate education.
• The ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, administrators, alumni, and industry stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work with industry stakeholders and other related groups in developing and promoting activities that enhance the student learning experience, promote student engagement, and enhance community and industry relationships.

Qualifications

• An earned Master’s in Forestry, Wildlife Management, or closely related discipline (degree must be completed by start date of employment).
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to use current technology in support of instructional activities.
• A primary interest in and firm commitment to undergraduate education.
• The ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, administrators, alumni, and industry stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work with industry stakeholders and other related groups in developing and promoting activities that enhance the student learning experience, promote student engagement, and enhance community and industry relationships.

Skills

The successful candidate should possess strong skills in teaching, communication, and technology integration.

Benefits

Details on benefits will be provided upon hire.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $45,000 - $55,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is 10 months per year.

Contact Information

Candidates will submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, transcripts (unofficial at time of application), and list of three references with complete contact information. Finalists will be required to submit official transcripts and three letters of reference. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The employment start date is January 1, 2027.

For Additional Information

Contact Dr. William Moore, Department Head, Department of Forest Resources, 229.391.4805 or wmoore@abac.edu.

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