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Western Kentucky University, The Carol Martin Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science in Kentucky, is seeking applicants for two Residential Counselors.  These positions are 10-month.  These positions reports to the Residence Life Coordinator.  Anticipated start date is August 1, 2010.

This is an extraordinary opportunity for professionals who wish to make a true difference in the lives of young people who are gifted and talented and in the future of the Commonwealth.  In the fall of 2007, the Gatton Academy opened as the nation’s 14^th state residential school with a focus on mathematics and science.  Located on the campus of Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, KY, the program provides extraordinary academic and research opportunities for Kentucky High School juniors and seniors who are academically talented and interested in careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.  One hundred and twenty-eight students will earn at least sixty hours of college credit while completing their High School Diploma in both a residential and peer-supported living/learning environment.

Responsibilities:

The following duties are customary for this position, but are not to be construed as all-inclusive.  Duties may be added, deleted and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs:

• Creates a safe, healthy, and nurturing living/learning environment on assigned wing of the building
• Lives on student wing in the Academy and serves as a role model in all areas of personal, relational, and academic life
• Develops and implements educational, cultural, social and recreational programming to promote social growth and involvement in the community
• Intervenes and/or refers student to appropriate source during emotional or physical crises
• Monitors and documents student progress
• Communicates frequently with parents
• Staffs the front desk during assigned shifts
• Serves as a student advisor for clubs/activities
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience with residential life
• Must reside at the Academy

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Desired/Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with gifted students

Salary Grade:  105

Expected Salary Range:  $22,500.00 -$25,000.00 annually, plus housing

Applications for employment will be accepted electronically only. Interested candidates must submit a cover letter describing qualifications and experience, a current resume, and names, addresses, and daytime phone numbers of three professional references using the on-line application process.  Transcripts may be requested at time of interview. Please refer to the following website to apply:  http://asaweb.wku.edu/wkujobs.  Reference requisition number S2603.   For further assistance contact (270) 745-5934.  To ensure full consideration please submit all application materials by May 31, 2010.  Position will remain open until filled.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply including women, minority men and women, persons with disabilities, and disabled veterans.

Western Kentucky University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.