SLU Public Policy Studies

American University’s School of Public Affairs invites applications for a full-time, tenure-line faculty position at the rank of assistant professor in its Department of Public Administration and Policy. The position will begin in August 2011 and offers the unique professional and research opportunities of a top-ranked department located in Washington, DC. The person hired will teach courses in our Master of Public Policy, Master of Public Administration, and PhD in Public Administration degree programs. Candidates must demonstrate a strong research and teaching interest in one or more of the following areas: policy process/analysis, policy formation/implementation, and program evaluation. A research agenda on substantive policy topics such as health, health systems, the environment, education policy, and social programs is strongly preferred. Strong preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate promise or evidence of consistently high quality research productivity in leading policy/public management/public administration publications, excellent teaching, and of becoming leaders in their academic field(s) of specialization. Ability to relate research and teaching interests to the consequences of policy choice and to the organizational, political, administrative, historical, and normative dimensions of public policy is expected. Candidates should have an earned PhD at the time of appointment, preferably in public policy, public health, public administration, political science, sociology, economics, social psychology, or a related field.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Email a letter of interest, a current curriculum vitae, writing sample, teaching evaluations (if available), and three letters of reference to: DPAPsearch@american.edu with the subject line, “DPAP Public Policy Search.” Electronic submissions are preferred; applications and letters of recommendation may also be mailed to: Office of the Dean – DPAP Public Policy Search, School of Public Affairs, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016-8022.

American University is an AA/EEO university committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Women and minority candidates and candidates with physical disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.  

American University
School of Public Affairs
Department of Public Administration and Policy
Assistant or Associate Professor, Tenure-Line Faculty Position
Nonprofit and Public Management
AY 2011-2012

American University’s School of Public Affairs invites applications for a full-time, tenure-line faculty position at the rank of assistant or associate professor in its Department of Public Administration and Policy. The position will begin in August 2011 and offers the unique professional and research opportunities of a top-ranked department located in Washington, DC. The person hired will teach courses in our Master of Public Policy, Master of Public Administration, and PhD in Public Administration degree programs. Candidates must demonstrate a strong research and teaching interest in nonprofit management, organizations and institutions, and the intersection between nonprofit agencies and government (including inter-sectoral and/or collaborative management). A research agenda that incorporates a substantive area such as health systems management, social welfare programs, the environment, or education is desired. Strong preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate promise or evidence of consistently high quality research productivity in leading public management/public administration/public policy publications, excellent teaching, and of becoming leaders in their academic fields of specialization. Candidates should have an earned PhD at the time of appointment, preferably in an area of nonprofit study or related field within public administration, public policy, or political science.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Email a letter of interest, a current curriculum vitae, writing sample, teaching evaluations (if available), and three letters of reference to: DPAPsearch@american.edu with the subject line, “DPAP Nonprofit and Public
Management Search.” Electronic submissions are preferred; applications and letters of recommendation may also be mailed to: Office of the Dean – DPAP Nonprofit and Public Management Search, School of Public Affairs, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016-8022.

American University is an AA/EEO university committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.  Women and minority candidates and candidates with physical disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Director, Environmental Policy Research Program, Public Policy Center and Assistant or Associate Professor, Graduate Program in Urban and Regional Planning.

The University of Iowa Public Policy Center (PPC) and the Graduate Program in Urban and Regional Planning anticipate an opening for a tenure-track faculty position at the mid-career level (assistant or associate professor) beginning as soon as possible.  The successful candidate must, at a minimum, have a Ph.D. in environmental policy or planning or a related discipline, demonstrate substantial scholarly research and publication, and be able to teach courses and publish quality research in environmental planning and policy.  Ideally this person will collaborate with some of the other world-class faculty on campus including faculty in environmental engineering, geography and environmental health.  The positionis envisioned to be 60% in the PPC as the Director of the Environmental Policy Research Program, and 40% in the Graduate Program in Urban and Regional Planning with a reduced teaching load of five courses every two years to provide protected research time to build a personal program of research.

For over 20 years, The University of Iowa Public Policy Center has been the University’s primary center for public policy research.  Researchers there conduct first-rate applied research in areas such as transportation, health policy, human factors, social sicence and housing and land use policy.  Within the past year, the Public Policy Center has started an environmental policy research program to provide a policy perspective to the outstanding campus-wide research in environmetnal sciences and other aspects of sustainability. 

For 46 years, the Graduate Program in Urban and Regioanl Planning ahs offered high quality graduate education in urban and regioanl planning.  Located in a vibrant urban and academic setting, the University of Iowa Graduate Program in Urban and Regional Planning offers a fully accredited Master’s degree in Urban & and Regioanl Planning, with areas of concentration in economic development, georgraphic information systems, housing and community development, land use and environmental planning, and transportation.  Its nine faculty members are committed scholars and teachers who are also engaged in the community.  Many of the program’s faculty members have joint appointments with the PPC.

The University has identified sustainability as an area of strategic emphasis and the PPC and Planning along with the College of Engineering, College of Public Health, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and the Public Policy Center have been recently selected to participate in this initiative.  As part of that initiative, the PPC, and the Planning, hired an environmental economist and are now looking for a person who can build on their own program to lead an effort in environmental policy.

Initial review of applications will begin on July 15 for an appointment no later than, August 1, 2011.  Applications will be accepted until the positiionis filled.  The applicant should apply online with a vita, a letter of application, a list of references and at least one publication or other sample of writing.  The letter of applicaton should describe the candidate’s research interests, as well as the kinds of courses the candidate would be prepared to teach.  We especially encourage applications from minorities and women.  To apply for this position, please go to http://jobs.uiowa.eduand search under Requisition #58029 (environmetnal planning and policy).  Inquiries should be sent directly to:

Charles Connerly, Professor and Director
Graduate Program in Urban and Regioanl Planning
343 Jessup Hall
The University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA  52242
Phone:  319-339-0039
Fax:  319-335-3330
email:  charles-connerly@uiowa.edu

The University of Iowa is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

American University
School of Public Affairs
Department of Public Administration and Policy
Assistant Professor (Two Tenure-line Faculty Positions)
Applied Economics
or
Policy Analysis
AY 2011-2012

American University’s School of Public Affairs invites applications for two full-time tenure-line faculty positions at the rank of assistant professor in its Department of Public Administration and Policy. The positions will begin in August 2011 and offer the unique professional and research opportunities of a top-ranked department located in Washington, DC. The persons hired will
teach courses in our Master of Public Policy, Master of Public Administration, and PhD in Public Administration degree programs. Candidates must demonstrate strong research and teaching interests in applied economics or policy analysis. Strong preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate promise or evidence of high quality research in leading publications and excellent teaching. The field of policy specialization is open; however, interest in environmental policy, education policy, or public finance is a plus. Candidates should have an earned PhD at the time of appointment. A PhD in economics is preferred; however, degrees in policy analysis and public administration will also be considered.

Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2010 and continue until the positions are filled.  Email a letter of interest, a current curriculum vitae, writing sample, teaching evaluations (if available), and three letters of recommendation to papsearch@american.edu with the subject line “DPAP Policy Analysis Search.” Electronic submissions are preferred; applications and letters of recommendation may also be mailed to: Office of the Dean – DPAP Policy Analysis Search, School of Public Affairs, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016-8022.

American University is an AA/EEO university committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Women and minority candidates and candidates with physical disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. 

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS INDIANA UNIVERSITY-BLOOMINGTON CAMPUS
Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Public Management

The School of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA) at Indiana University seeks to appoint a tenure-track faculty member at the assistant professor level on the Bloomington campus. A more senior appointment is possible for an exceptionally qualified candidate. SPEA is seeking scholars with expertise in any aspects of public management research, including organizational behavior. Candidates who conduct research in cross-national contexts or who combine strong research credentials with prior professional experience are especially encouraged to apply. 

Applicants must present evidence of high quality research and an ambitious research program, an interest in professional service applications, and a strong commitment to high quality teaching. The Ph.D. or an equivalent terminal degree in a related field (e.g., public administration, public affairs, public policy, public law, management, sociology, psychology) is required before the appointment is completed.

SPEA is a multidisciplinary, university-wide division of Indiana University and is organized as a professional school committed to excellence in research, teaching, and service, and to addressing critical issues of public policy and management. All faculty members teach required and elective courses at the undergraduate, professional masters, and doctoral levels.  SPEA is one of the largest U.S. public affairs schools in the nation with more than 95 tenure-track faculty on its two main campuses, Bloomington and Indianapolis. The graduate program consistently ranks among the best in the country.

Review of applications will begin September 1, 2010 and continue until the position is filled. Please submit a letter of application, current vita, writing sample, complete contact information, and three letters of recommendation to speahrpm@indiana.edu or a hard copy to:

Dr. David Reingold

Executive Associate Dean for Bloomington SPEA, Room 300

1315 E. Tenth Street

Indiana University

Bloomington, IN, 47405-1701

For more information see:  http://www.indiana.edu/~spea.  Indiana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, Educator and Contractor, M/F/D and strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and nominations of women, persons of color, applicants with disabilities and members of other underrepresented groups.

Faculty Opportunities
The Ohio State University
John Glenn School of Public Affairs
Columbus, OH

The John Glenn School of Public Affairs at The Ohio State University invites applications for a faculty position in:

• Public Budgeting (open rank)
• Public Management (open rank)

Positions begin fall 2011.  The positions may be filled from among candidates representing a variety of disciplines or from cross-disciplinary programs.  A strong research program and strength in teaching are essential.  Applicants must have completed, or be nearing completion of all Ph.D. degree requirements.  Salary will be commensurate with the experience and qualifications that the candidate presents.

and for the following chaired faculty positions:

• Wolf Chair in International Public Affairs (senior scholar)

While a specific subfield emphasis is not required, the School particularly welcomes applications from candidates whose work focuses on comparative science and technology policy, comparative energy policy, or stability operations and development.

• Enarson Chair in Public Management (senior scholar)
  

Positions begin fall 2011.  The positions may be filled from among candidates representing a variety of disciplines or from cross-disciplinary programs.  Being a senior scholar with a strong research program and strength in teaching is essential.  Applicants must have completed all Ph.D. degree requirements.  Salary will be commensurate with the experience and qualifications that the candidate presents.

The John Glenn School of Public Affairs is a comprehensive independent school within The Ohio State University.  Our curricular offerings include the Master of Public Administration, the In-Career Master of Arts in Public Administration, dual masters’ degrees with Law, City and Regional Planning, Public Health, Natural Resources, Social Work, Business Administration, Agricultural/Environmental/Development Economics and a joint degree in Arts Policy and Administration, the Ph.D. in Public Policy and Management, and undergraduate public affairs major.  The School is located in a state-of-the-art new building, Page Hall, in the center of the University campus.  The Ohio State University, the flag-ship public university of Ohio, is located in the state’s capital, Columbus, providing direct access to public sector organizations and practitioners from all levels of government.

Applications will be evaluated as received and will be accepted until the positions are filled.  Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and addresses of three professional references to:

Public Budgeting:  PubBud@jgippm.ohio-state.edu
Public Management:  PubManagement@jgippm.ohio-state.edu
Wolf Chair in International Public Affairs:  WolfChair@jgippm.ohio-state.edu
Enarson Chair in Management:  EnarsonChair@jgippm.ohio-state.edu

or to:

Dr. Charles Wise
Founding Director
John Glenn School of Public Affairs
The Ohio State University
1810 College Road
Columbus, Ohio  43210

To build a diverse workforce, Ohio State encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women.  EEO/AA employer.

The Department of Public Policy (DPP) at the University of Connecticut seeks to fill a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor.  DPP is a home to a  NASPAA-accredited Master of Public Administration program (MPA).  The Department of Public Policy is located on the University of Connecticut’s Greater Hartford campus in West Hartford, Connecticut.  The University of Connecticut is a peremier research institution-designated as a Research University/Very High research activity by the Carnegie Foundation.

The successful candidate’s primary teching assisgnment will be to offer core and elective classes in the MPA program.  We are particularly interested in applicants who are comfortable teaching microeconomics, policy analysis, and program evaluation to MPA students.  The successful candidate will be expected to carry on a program of high quality research and publication in the best journals in their field.  The successful candidate may also be expected to teach undergraduate classes on the main campus in Storrs, CT or the Greater Hartford Campus.

Minimum qualifications include an earned doctorate in public administration, public policy, economics, political science, sociology, or related field.  Candidates must have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. prior to start date to be considered for the Assistant Professor level. Applicatns with advanced ABD’s will be considered at the Instructor level until their Ph.D. requirements are completed.  We seek an individual with a demonstrated rec ord of, or potential for, scholoarly excellence based on rigorous social science research methods.  Current Assistant Professors are encouraged to apply.

Preference will be given to applicants who have demonstrated teching excellence, superior communications skills, and are comfortable with a wide array of analystical methods.  Candidates who will be able to enhance DPP’s nationally ranked strength area in Public Finance and Budgeting are preferred as are those who contribute through research, teaching, and/or public engagement to the diversity and excellence of the learning experience.

Review of applicatns will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  Salaries are very competitive based on experience and qualifications.  Applicants should submit a letter describing their researcha nd teaching interests, curriculum vitae, and the names of at least three references (wtih email, phone number and mailing address).  Please send all application materials, preferably as a single PDF file, to:

Department of Public Policy Faculty Search
Attn:  Mark Robbins, Search Committee Chair
University of Connecticut
1800 Asylum Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117
Email:  mark.robbins@uconn@edu

Please direct inquires to the search committee chair at the address above.  Further information about the Department of Public Policy can be found at www.dpp.uconnn.edu (Search #2010427)

The University of Connecticut is an EEO/AA employer.  In keeping with our commitment to build a culturally diverse community, the University of Connecticut invites applicatns from woment, people with disabilities, and members of minority groups.

The City of Chesterfield is accepting applications for the position of Planning Intern to assist with drafting/research, inspection and preparation of reports, and clerical duties. This position includes office/fieldwork. HS diploma and 2 years of college; urban planning, architecture, landscape architecture classes preferred. Minimum salary is $12/hr for maximum 1,000 hrs/yr. Application available at www.chesterfield.mo.us; submit to City Hall, Department of Planning and Public Works, 690 Chesterfield Pkwy W, Chesterfield, MO 63017, Attn: Planning Intern. EOE

INTERNSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics/Consumer Expenditure Survey/Branch
of Research and Program Development has a full-time summer internship
position available.  The Consumer Expenditure surveys program consists
of two surveys, the quarterly Interview Survey and the Diary Survey,
which provide information on the buying habits of American consumers.
The survey data are collected for the Bureau of Labor Statistics by the
U.S. Census Bureau.

Description:
The intern position provides methodological research support for current
and planned research projects.  Possible projects may include analyzing
the use of global versus detailed expenditure questions; analyzing the
effect of telescoping in the Consumer Expenditure Interview Survey;
reviewing the survey instrument for candidate questions to be asked in a
different mode and developing alternative wording; contributing to the
design of a web survey instrument; analyzing Contact History Instrument
(CHI) paradata; analyzing the impact of new telephone administration
procedures; and helping with the planning and coordination of upcoming
workshops.

You will assist in study development and design; review questionnaires,
data files, documentation and reports; use SAS to conduct basic data
analysis, including production of frequencies, crosstabs, means, and
regression analysis; summarize quantitative and qualitative research
findings; and respond to ad-hoc data requests.

A strong interest in survey methodology, statistics, sociology,
psychology, economics, or other related fields and familiarity with SAS,
Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are a plus.  You should be detail-oriented,
have excellent communication and writing skills, be able to handle
multiple projects, and work collaboratively on a project team.

Qualifications:
This position is in the Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP).  A
person in the STEP program is under a temporary assignment.

To be eligible you MUST:
 1) be enrolled in an accredited school and recommended by a school
official;
 2) be at least 16 years old;
 3) meet qualification and security requirements; and
 4) be a U.S. citizen.

This position will be paid at the GS-5 grade level, which has a starting
rate of $16.33 per hour.

How to Apply:
If you meet the eligibility requirements above, including U.S.
citizenship, email your resume and transcripts to cheng.jean@bls.gov by
April 16, 2010.  Unofficial and/or web transcripts are acceptable.  For
further information please contact Jean Cheng at 202-691-5827.

The Program Manager Summary
Responsible for program coordination, marketing, development, community relations, and administrative support of service programs to the Lemay community as assigned by the Executive Director and/or the Board of Directors. This full-time position requires 32-40 hours per week (mostly flex time), which can include evenings and weekends. Program Manager coordinates logistics and set-up for all program activities and ensures that program outcomes meet funder requirements. Works to improve programming for new and continued funding sources. Assists with day-to-day operations of the Lemay Housing Partnership (LHP). Nonprofit and/or nonprofit board experience recommended. Construction and/or community organizing experience preferred.

Essential functions
1. Manage all aspects of LHP programming, including but not limited to: establishment of goals and objectives (in coordination with the Executive Director and the Board of Directors), development of task forces and committees, identification and cultivation of potential participants and supporters, supervision of day-to-day activities, representing the LHP at community events, providing/coordinating volunteer and leadership training, and analysis and preparation of activity/results reports for the Executive Director, Board of Directors, partners, and funders. Programs currently under management include the Home Repair Program, the Volunteer Beautification Program, the Home Education Series, and the Neighborhood Association Program. (90% of Time.)
2. Other job duties as assigned by the LHP Executive Director and/or LHP Board of Directors.
(10% of Time.)

Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Non-Profit Business Management or Business Administration, Community Development, Marketing, Public Relations, Human Service Agency Management, or health-related field; OR five years experience commensurate with job duties (such as construction management or social services) required. Master’s degree in above listed fields or a related field preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
1. Knowledge and understanding of program management.
2. Understanding of community health initiatives, community development, and generally accepted practices of nonprofit administration.
3. Understanding of community dynamics, relationships, and politics.
4. Understanding of principles of leadership, management, and collaboration.
5. Strong written and verbal communication, including advanced public speaking skills.
6. Skills in program development, project planning/implementation, and case management.
7. Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Peachtree.
8. Skills in office administration, including bulk mail preparation.
9. Ability to operate general office equipment (fax, copier, adding machine, etc.)
10. Detail oriented, accurate, and highly organized with an ability to manage multiple, diverse, and complex work assignments, problem solve, and make decisions.
11. Ability to work independently with good time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
12. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, volunteers, Board of Directors, Executive Committee, and community at large.
13. Must be able to lift 20 lbs.

Please send cover letter, resume, and salary history in confidence to justine@lemayhousing.org