Wells College is a nationally recognized private coeducational liberal arts college located in Aurora, New York, on the eastern shore of Cayuga Lake. It was established in 1868 by Henry Wells, founder of the Wells Fargo and American Express Companies. The College is known as an exceptional value, pairing top quality academic programs with affordable tuition. With a full-time enrollment of about 550 students, Wells boasts small class sizes, an extensive experiential learning program, cross-enrollment with nearby Cornell University and Ithaca College, and a wide range of off-campus study options.

The scenic Finger Lakes region of central New York is an area known for its beauty and high concentration of outstanding colleges and universities. The village of Aurora is centrally located and provides easy access to metropolitan, cultural, and educational centers — 25 minutes from Ithaca; 1 hour from Rochester and Syracuse; 2 ½ hours from Buffalo, Niagara Falls and Canada; and 5 hours from New York City. 

Full-time employees are eligible for a wide range of benefits including health and life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, long-term disability insurance, EAP, course attendance, dependent tuition benefits, 11 paid holidays and vacation, sick and personal time off. 

Current Faculty Employment Opportunities

Assistant Professor of Spanish
Wells College, a small liberal arts college in Aurora, New York, seeks applications for a full-time tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Spanish, with a specialization in Latin American Studies, starting in academic year 2009-2010. The successful candidate will teach courses at all levels in language, culture, and literature. Native or near-native command of Spanish is essential. Candidates should have the PhD in hand by May 2009.
Candidates may apply online to dean@wells.edu. Applications must include a CV, introductory letter, statement of teaching philosophy, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and the names and contact information of three references. The committee will begin review of applications on October 8, 2008. Wells College is an EEO employer and seeks to promote diversity in all of its hires; underrepresented populations are strongly encouraged to apply.

Assistant Professor of Psychology
Assistant Professor of Psychology. Wells College, Aurora, NY. Tenure-track position to teach courses in abnormal, psychotherapy, personality, introductory psychology, and clinical/counseling areas, to advise senior theses projects, and to participate on rotation in the first-year seminar. We seek a colleague who is collaborative and collegial; enjoys teaching and advising liberal arts undergraduates. We welcome creativity in teaching methods and philosophy. Wells has an interest in issues of diversity, social justice, and/or sustainability. Ph.D. required. Please send a letter of interest, statement of teaching philosophy and research interests/plans, three professional letters of reference, a sampling of publications or professional presentations, and vita electronically to dean@wells.edu. Applications will be reviewed beginning October 20 and continue until the position is filled. Wells is an historically women’s college, now coeducational, that intends to maintain its focus on gender equity. It also actively seeks to diversify its faculty and encourages candidates to apply who can further expand the program through multicultural approaches.

Assistant Professor of Secondary Education
Secondary Education / Curriculum and Instruction Secondary Education/Curriculum and Instruction Position-full time, tenure track beginning August 2009.  Successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses focusing on instructional methods and foundations.  Other responsibilities include supervision of field experiences and student teaching, as well as advising pre-service teacher candidates. 
Candidate should have secondary teaching experience (grades 7-12), knowledge of reflective teaching practices, a strong background in instructional technology and a commitment to issues of diversity. An earned doctorate in education or curriculum/ instruction is required. 
Submit letter of application, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, three letters of reference, writing sample, and if ABD or recent Ph.D., graduate transcripts, to dean@wells.edu.  Wells College actively seeks to diversify faculty and encourages candidates to apply who can further expand the program through multicultural approaches. EOE

Assistant Professor of History
Wells College, a small liberal arts college in Central New York, invites applications for an East Asian historian, primary field in China/Japan (secondary fields in other non-western areas desirable). Assistant Professor, tenure track, PhD required.  Teaching responsibilities include lower level courses and upper level seminars in specialty, as well as World History survey. Candidates should have strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, and evidence of scholarship.   Send three letters of recommendation, C.V., graduate transcripts, statement of teaching philosophy and research interests to dean@wells.edu by December 5, 2008.  Possible interviewing at AHA.  Wells is an AA/EOE, committed to excellence through diversity, and welcomes applications from persons of color, women, and members of other underrepresented groups. 

Visiting Faculty
Wells College is looking for candidates for spring 2009 who can teach one or more of the following: an introductory course in American Politics; an introductory course in Democratic Theory; a course in Middle East Politics. Applicants should have experience teaching in a liberal arts environment.  The PhD in Political Science or Government is preferred but candidates who are ABD or have a Master's level degree with appropriate specialization will be considered.  Please submit electronically to dean@wells.edu an application letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and background support for these courses; promising candidates will be asked to follow up with transcripts, recent teaching evaluations, and 3 letters of recommendation. The search committee will begin reviewing applications October 30.  Wells College is an EOE employer that seeks to promote diversity in the faculty and encourages people to apply who can further expand the program through multicultural approaches.

Current Staff Employment Opportunities

Assistant Athletic Coach
Wells College, a co-educational institution, located on the eastern shore of Cayuga Lake in Aurora, NY, invites applications for the position of Part-Time Assistant Field Hockey Coach.  Wells is a NCAA Division III member.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.    Send letter of application, resume, and names and phone numbers of three professional references to: Wells College, Department of Human Resources,  170 Main Street, Aurora, NY  13026  or email: hr@wells.edu  No phone calls please. The College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of (but not limited to) race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, age, varying physical or mental abilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or political beliefs. The College is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws regarding nondiscrimination.

Director of Leadership and Planned Gifts
Wells College seeks qualified candidates for the position of Director of Leadership and Planned Gifts.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to: cultivation and solicitation of a portfolio of major donors and prospects; volunteer leadership and management; administration of the College’s planned giving program and special projects. Extensive travel is expected. The successful candidate will possess excellent written and oral skills, a proven effectiveness with high level volunteer management and direct solicitation; ability to analyze, plan and meet deadlines, a commitment to team participation, a proven history of fundraising success and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously. The director must have a comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of fundraising, including planned giving vehicles and programs and a commitment to the values of a liberal arts education.  Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree, a Master’s preferred, and at least 7 years of fundraising experience, preferably within higher education. 

Qualified candidates can send letter of application, resume and the names and phone numbers of three professional references to: Ms. Kit Van Orman, Manager of Human Resources and Business Services, Wells College, PO Box 500, Aurora, NY 13026 or email hr@wells.edu.  No phone calls please. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.  The College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of (but not limited to) race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, age, varying physical or mental abilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or political beliefs.  The College is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws regarding nondiscrimination.

Part-Time Security Officer
Wells College is seeking qualified candidates for the position of part-time security officer.  Duties include but are not limited to: patrolling campus, traffic and parking control, first aid assistance and crime prevention.  Associates Degree in Criminal Justice and/or equivalent experience in safety and security required. Successful candidate will have completed the Eight Hour NYS Pre-Assignment Training Course and have a valid driver’s license with no current moving violations and/or convictions.   Must be willing to work off hours including nights, weekends and holidays.  Must take and pass a driving test.  Send cover letter, resume/application and the names and phone numbers of three references to: Ms. Kit Van Orman, Mgr. Of Human Resources and Business Services, Wells College, PO Box 500, Aurora, NY 13026.  No phone calls please. Wells College is an EEO employer and seeks to promote diversity in all its hires; under-represented populations are strongly encouraged to apply.

Head Women’s Softball Coach and Head Women’s Basketball Coach
Wells College seeks applicants for the full-time 10 month position of head coach for Women’s Softball and Women’s Basketball. As a two-sport Head Coach, will oversee all aspects of the Women’s Softball and Women’s Basketball programs, including team sport skills and techniques, preparation of daily practices and season plan, ordering supplies and uniforms and compiling of team and roster statistics and information.  A primary function of the position will be the recruitment and retention of qualified student-athletes.  (Women’s Basketball is a new sport for Wells College for 2008-2009 and the primary emphasis will be on developing the program and recruitment.  The team will have club status in 2008-2009 and move to varsity status in 2009-2010).  Regular 10 month schedule: Aug 1 – May 31.  Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s degree.  Excellent interpersonal skills and computer literate. Highly motivated, organized, strong supervisory skills and experience with intercollegiate athletics. Minimum of 2 years coaching experience required. Review of applications will begin immediately.  Interested candidates should send letter of application, resume, and a list of three references with current phone numbers to:  Ms. Kit Van Orman, Manager of Human Resources and Business Services, Wells College, 170 Main Street, Aurora, NY  13026 or e-mail to hr@wells.edu.  No phone calls please. Wells College is an EEO employer and seeks to promote diversity in all of its hires; underrepresented populations are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Grounds Worker
Wells College seeks applicants for the fulltime position of Grounds Worker.  Duties include but are not limited to:  mowing, planting, trimming, snow removal, sweeping, raking and other manual duties related to grounds keeping.  Must possess a valid NYS license with no moving violations.  Candidates with a CDL class B license are preferred.  Candidates with previous experience maintaining athletics fields are preferred.  Must have knowledge and mechanical abilities to operate and maintain various types of equipment; capable of working in high and/or confined spaces; able to work alone and as part of a team; willing to work in all types of weather, ability to understand and follow oral and written direction and willing to work nights and weekends as needed.  Applications are available at and will be accepted by the Human Resources Office, Wells College, 170 Main Street, Aurora, NY 13026.   No phone calls please. Wells College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of (but not limited to) race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, age, varying physical or mental abilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or political beliefs.  The College is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.

Research Associate-Development 

Wells College seeks qualified candidates for the position of Research Associate – Development in support of the College’s fundraising efforts. 
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Research, identify, analyze, and disseminate data and information on current and prospective donors; maintain systems for enhanced prospect identification, evaluation, and tracking, and maintain and update donor information.

The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree or 5 years related experience, proven record of achievement in development research, library/information sciences, or related field, as well as the ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and maintain confidentiality.  Excellent oral and written communication skills and computer literacy including office applications and on-line research databases are essential.  Complete position description available upon request. 

Interested candidates should send letter of interest, resume and the names and phone numbers of three professional references to:  Ms. Kit Van Orman, Mgr. of Human Resources and Bus. Services, Wells College, 170 Main Street, Aurora, NY 13026.  Wells College is an EEO employer.  No phone calls please.  Wells College is an EEO employer and seeks to promote diversity in all of its hires; underrepresented populations are strongly encouraged to apply.  For detailed position description click here

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Please contact: hr@wells.edu