Associate Director of Westover Honors

The University of Lynchburg, a private, regional university in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Central Virginia, is seeking applicants for a non tenure-track Associate Director of Westover Honors position beginning in the 2026-27 academic year. We seek an individual with a demonstrated history of excellence as a teacher and mentor who can contribute to our undergraduate programs. 

The ideal candidate is eager to engage in a vibrant, student-centered, collaborative environment that fosters engagement with students, colleagues, and alumni. The Westover Honors Community recruits students interested in academic and intellectual success, maintains small class sizes, and provides intentional support throughout the students' time on campus. New students participate in a retreat; we offer intensive advising support; we host multiple student engagement social events throughout the year; we connect with current and former students at annual university events; and we host an annual senior celebration. 

Candidates will have the opportunity to take advantage of resources provided by the Teaching and Learning Center for AI Excellence and the Percy Wootton Research Center and will be eligible to apply for internal funds to support travel, scholarly work, faculty-student research, and professional development.

Specific Job Duties:

This is a 12-month administrative faculty position with administrative support and teaching responsibilities, which include:

• Teaching and faculty rank in the Westover Honors program, including general education courses in the associate director’s discipline as well as senior honors projects.
• Collaborating with colleagues on program development and assessment, tracking graduate outcomes, supervising student research projects, new student recruitment, service to the University and community, and engaging in scholarly activity.  
• Advising up to 60 Westover Honors students.
• Supporting and attending Westover Honors and university occasions as well as admissions, recruitment, and orientation events.
• Elevating students’ pursuit of academic excellence, including promotion of student research and advising for prestigious awards and scholarships.

Benefits:

• Generous sick time and family leave, comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision, etc.) and retirement plans, flexible spending account, tuition remission, life and long term disability insurance, and more. Learn more about employment benefits at the University of Lynchburg.

Teaching Load:

• The normal teaching load is 15 contact hours per year (which typically equates to a 3-2 course load).

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods standing or sitting at a desk.

Required Qualifications/Education:

• A PhD or terminal degree (preferred fields include English, philosophy, art, science, or political science).
• A history of excellence in teaching and student mentorship.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.

University's website:

• https://www.lynchburg.edu

Work Remotely:

• No

Candidates may show interest in this position by submitting the following to the Human Resources Jobs Page:

• A completed application;
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) or resume; and
• A single document containing the following: cover letter, a statement of your teaching philosophy, your graduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts accepted; however, official transcripts are required upon an offer and acceptance of position), and the names and contact information for three professional references.

Questions can be directed to the Westover Honors Administrative Coordinator, Ms. Amy Enneking ([email protected]), or the Westover Honors director, Dr. Rachel Willis ([email protected]).

Review of applications and materials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The selected candidate must successfully complete a background check that is satisfactory to the University.

We seek candidates who are committed to the University of Lynchburg's efforts to create an environment that fosters a student-centered environment, develops the breadth of knowledge associated with liberal education, respects and supports diversity, equity, and inclusion, values and celebrates diverse faith traditions, and sustains close working relationships among faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community partners.

The University of Lynchburg is dedicated to inclusive excellence. We celebrate the diversity of our common life, affirming our different histories, realities, and identities. All belong here. 

As a testament to our strong commitment to accessibility, diversity, and inclusion, we will attract, celebrate, and retain a community of diverse students, staff, and faculty; foster belonging; and create a campus environment that embraces civil discourse and accountability for our words and actions. 

The University of Lynchburg embraces diversity in its broadest sense. We will cultivate an inclusive, equitable, and safe campus climate grounded in mutual respect and understanding, where all members of our diverse learning community - alumni, employees, learners, visitors, and volunteers- can thrive. 

The University of Lynchburg is an equal-opportunity employer.