Instructor or Lecturer and Program Director of Internships

University of Central Florida • Orlando, FL

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About The Position

The Rosen College of Hospitality Management (RCHM) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for a 12-month Instructor or Lecturer and Program Director of Internships. The position reports to the Dean of the RCHM and is responsible for the college’s internship programs (including curriculum), administration, student recruitment, planning, and financial affairs. The Program Director acts as the college’s advocate to fulfill the missions of the schools, college, and university, while also participating on the college’s Executive Committee. The selected candidate will represent the college to students, faculty, administration, and the industry. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. As a highly regarded and top-ranked college within a major public research university, we are committed to excellence in research, teaching, and service that advances the hospitality discipline and prepares the next generation of leaders in hospitality and academia. RCHM enjoys a national and international reputation for excellence in hospitality research and education. This reputation is strengthened by the prominence of our Number 1 in USA Shanghai ranking. We offer undergraduate, master's, and Ph.D. programs in hospitality and tourism, all of which have been ranked #1 in the World by CEO World Magazine.

Requirements

• Master’s degree for instructor or doctoral degree in an appropriate field of specialization for a lecturer from an accredited institution at the time of application.
• Experience in relevant industry leadership roles.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact effectively with others while promoting and maintaining a collaborative professional and positive departmental culture.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in the fields of Hospitality, Event, Entertainment, Food and Beverage, Lodging, Attractions, Tourism Management, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience with teaching, training, internship, field experiences, learning management systems, processes, and procedures.
• High level communication skills, both orally and written, with the ability to coordinate, plan, develop, implement and interpret procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with external organizations and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the college’s internship programs (including curriculum)
• Administration
• Student recruitment
• Planning
• Financial affairs
• Acts as the college’s advocate to fulfill the missions of the schools, college, and university
• Participating on the college’s Executive Committee
• Represent the college to students, faculty, administration, and the industry

Benefits

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.
• Retirement savings options.
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.
• Education assistance.
• Flexible work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director