Instructor/Assistant Professor Department of Applied Human Sciences, Environmental and Outdoor Education

The department of Applied Human Sciences seeks full and part-time term faculty for the 2025-2026 academic year in the Environmental and Outdoor Education program. The start date of this position is August 18, 2025.

Duties:
1. Teaching:
* Develop and teach courses in Risk Management for Outdoor Education, Operations and Management, and Senior Capstone.
* Demonstrate command of their subject matter
* Have well organized course plans and deliver courses clearly to students
* Use high impact, active, and inclusive teaching practices
* Incorporate assessment of program student learning outcomes into relevant courses
* Help students fulfill their academic needs
* Maintain a consistent and positive student teaching evaluation record
* Advise students regarding both specific coursework and broader academic or career goals, both inside and outside the classroom

2. Supervision:
* Potential supervision of student internships as part of teaching workload in Department

3. Research, Service:
* There is no expectation of the following as part of this position: formal advising, conduct research in the department, or contribute to service responsibilities at the department, collegiate, campus or university level.

Required:
* Masters degree from an accredited university in Environmental and Outdoor Education or related field
* Effective written communication skills appropriate to the position.

Preferred:
* Terminal degree from a regionally accredited university in Environmental and Outdoor Education or relevant field
* One year of relevant teaching experience at the college level (graduate TA experience acceptable)
* Experience teaching a variety of upper and lower division courses such as those offered by the UMD
* Effective teaching and communication skills appropriate to the position
* Experience in using technology for teaching.
* Demonstrated experience with assessment
* Evidence of the ability to work effectively with diverse groups

The Department of Applied Human Sciences (AHS) is one of five departments within the College of Education and Human Service Professions. AHS is the department home to nearly 30 full-time and part-time faculty members with teaching and research interests in multiple degree programs: Childhood Nature Studies, Environmental and Outdoor Education, Exercise & Rehabilitation Sciences, Health and Physical Education, Physical Education Teacher Education, and Public Health. More information is available at d.umn.edu/ahs.

Pay Range: $45,481.00 - $65,000.00; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment Category: 75%-100% Appointment (If job description above does not specify appointment or expected weekly hours, assume a 100% appointment.)

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

Complete applications must include:

1. Letter of application that includes a description of relevant experience and details about a commitment to engage with diverse communities across relevant work and educational experiences.

2. Curriculum Vitae

Finalists will be asked to provide contact information for three professional references. Additional information from finalists may be requested.

Please send any inquiries to: Dr. Jessica Hanson, Department Head for Applied Human Sciences at jdhanson@d.umn.edu

Application review will begin on July 25. The position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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