Employment

Join a growing private college that is dedicated to exceeding student expectations and providing innovative teaching and administrative support. Maria College is looking for outstanding talent with high energy, enthusiasm and drive to help us reach new goals.

About Maria College

Founded in 1958 by the Religious Sisters of Mercy, Maria College of Albany is a private, co-educational, Catholic college that serves approximately 800 students in a variety of degree and certificate programs. Known for its warm, caring culture, its personalized attention to students, flexible scheduling and highly affordable tuition, the College has built a regional reputation for excellence in the health professions, including nursing and occupational therapy.

 
  • Staff Accountant

    Reports to: Controller

    Status: Full-time

    Salary range: $50,000-$55,000

    Position Summary

    This position will report directly to the Controller and VP for Finance. Staff accountant is responsible for processing accounts payable for the College and reconciling College’s bank, investment accounts as well as entering and posting journal entries. Staff accountant will review monthly credit card reconciliations for completeness and post in Great Plains. In addition, this position will reconcile GL accounts, assist in preparing workpapers for the annual audit, and work with controller to document current processes and workflows.  Support the Mission of the College.

    Job Duties and Responsibilities

    • Reconcile monthly bank statements.
    • Reconcile monthly investment statements.
    • Review monthly credit card reconciliations for completeness and post to Great Plains.
    • Reconcile monthly GL accounts.
    • Enter and post monthly journal entries.
    • Renew stop payments.
    • Process accounts payable:
      Receive and match invoices to the purchase requisition.
      Accurately code and enter invoices for payment in the Microsoft GP 
      Process checks/ACH payments and mail payments out to vendors in a timely manner. 
      Research and respond to vendor inquiries.
    • Collect W-9s; process 1099 at the year end.
    • Assist controller with monthly cash projection.
    • Assist controller with Jenzabar implementation.
    • Assist controller in documenting processes and workflows.
    • Assist controller with annual audit.
    • Other projects as assigned.

    Essential Functions

    This job description is not designed to be a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

    Job Specifications

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Education and/or Experience

    Associate degree required/ Bachelor preferred. Prior experience with bank reconciliations, accounts payable processing and working with Great Plains software is a plus. Experience in an office setting.

    Skills

    Staff accountant must have attention to detail as well as exceptional interpersonal skills to interact with students and college staff in interfacing departments. Ability to multi-task and work with minimal supervision. 

    Technology Skills

    Advanced competency in Windows operating environment using MS Office applications (specifically MS Word and Excel), e-mail and internet programs and have the aptitude to learn and efficiently utilize the College’s data base system.

    Working Conditions:

    Work is primarily completed in a typical office environment.  Recruitment activities may be held in a conference room setting.

    Work Schedule Requirements: 

    A regular full-time schedule is typically worked. On rare occasions, may also require and evening or weekend hours as needed to complete work assignments.

    Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume’ with salary requirements to: resumes@mariacollege.edu with “Staff Accountant” in the subject line.

    Maria College is a nonprofit, independent, coeducational institution which does not discriminate in its enrollment or employment practices for any reason including race, sex, color, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local laws and ordinances. Information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to students or prospective students with disabilities regarding Title 504 may be obtained in Accessibility Services in Mercy Hall at (518) 861-2508; information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to employees or prospective employees with disabilities regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act may be obtained from Rosa Lyn Vazquez, Human Resources Manager at (518) 861-2580.

  • Associate Director, Healthcare Management Program (PT)

    Associate Director, Healthcare Management Program (PT) Asst./ Assoc. Professor of Healthcare Management or a related field

    Maria College is a private Catholic institution founded by the Sisters of Mercy on the principle of service to others as a key feature of the works of mercy. Maria provides student-focused opportunity education and seeks an experienced educator to serve as a P/T Associate Director of the HealthCare Management Program at the rank of Asst./Assoc Professor

    Maria College’s mission of academic excellence and the heritage of the founding Sisters of Mercy support an ongoing commitment to preparing skilled, caring professionals to meet the needs of our time.

    The Associate Director reports to the Program Director and collaborates with other faculty in the Department of Arts and Sciences and other educators and staff across the college. The Associate Director promotes and supports Maria’s positive student-focused culture of academic excellence and inclusivity.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Develop and teach major courses in the Healthcare Management Program (i.e., teaching 6-9 instructional contact hours per semester)
    • Provide academic advisement to students
    • Develop and use sound and varied means/measures to assess student learning outcomes in collaboration with the Program Director
    • Create a culture that encourages student expression of ideas
    • Provide academic advisement to students
    • Develop and participate in student orientation as scheduled
    • Participate in prospective and new student events as scheduled
    • Collaborate with staff in Student Services to connect students with necessary resources
    • Serve on College committees
    • Supervise and evaluate students in practical settings
    • Engage in professional development and scholarship
    • Other duties as assigned and aligned with the faculty handbook

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    • Commitment to excellence in teaching
    • Commitment to career-relevant opportunity education in the context of the Mercy Educational Tradition
    • Able to create and engage students in active learning experiences
    • Able to create valid assessments of learning
    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
    • A collegial spirit, and commitment to education that improves care and builds healthier communities

    Qualifications and Experience

    • Master’s Degree in a field related to health and healthcare from an accredited institution
    • Experience teaching undergraduate students preferred.
    • Experience supervising students in practical settings
    • Experience in healthcare preferred

    Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume’ to: resumes@mariacollege.edu with “Healthcare Management” in the subject line.

    Maria College is a nonprofit, independent, coeducational institution which does not discriminate in its enrollment or employment practices for any reason including race, sex, color, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local laws and ordinances. Information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to students or prospective students with disabilities regarding Title 504 may be obtained in Accessibility Services in Mercy Hall at (518) 861-2508; information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to employees or prospective employees with disabilities regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act may be obtained from Rosa Lyn Vazquez, Human Resources Manager at (518) 861-2580.

  • Computer & Network Support Technician

    Position Summary: The Computer & Network Support Technician is responsible for following established protocols; install and maintain computer hardware, telecommunications, audio visual equipment and all College-supported network applications.  Install software, provide end-user technical support and training, and perform quality assurance tasks to ensure user workstations and network performance meet College and staff, faculty and student user requirements. Troubleshoot computer and network problems; determine the source of the problem, advise on appropriate action, and test and implement solution.

    Job Duties, Responsibilities, and Tasks:

    • Establish email and computer accounts for students, faculty and staff. This includes managing security, file permissions, file system integrity, and adding and deleting users
    • Administer user workstations and support user activities. Reset passwords for email, computers and Blackboard applications. Provide first-level contact to investigate problems; determine possible solutions; test and implement solutions.  Quickly respond to all user questions received via email, telephone or in person providing accurate, secure and reliable information; escalate unresolved issues to the next level of support
    • Install, configure, maintain and repair college computers, file servers, network cabling, and other related equipment, devices, and systems. Add or upgrade and configure disk drives, printers, external hard drives and related equipment
    • Perform software and application installation and upgrades
    • Troubleshoot networks, systems and any college applications to identify and correct malfunctions and other operational difficulties
    • Develop and conduct various training and instruction for system users on operating systems and other applications; assist users in maximizing use of networks and computing systems; tutor individual users; help users log into and navigate within computer systems and College applications and on-line resources
    • Maintain confidentiality with regard to the information being processed, stored or accessed by the users on the network
    • Serve as the central point-of-contact for students, faculty, and staff in reporting and resolving computer and telecommunications issues
    • On call evenings and weekends during the academic year; this involves carrying a phone and responding to emergency calls made until 9:00 p.m. weekdays and weekends; the responsibility is rotated between the Computer & Network Support Technicians
    • Maintain effective working relationships with external service providers/ vendors and other providers to support user activities. Maintain up-to-date product and technical knowledge to ensure utilization of the latest computer and network technologies

    Education and/or Experience

    • An associate degree or having obtained the majority of course work required for an associate degree in network system administration, computer or information science, or computer engineering is required along with 3-5 years’ experience in a customer service environment. Microsoft Office 365 certification is suggested.
    • Excellent computer skills are necessary as is strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems. The position also requires knowledge of basic hardware and software functions and networking. familiarity with classroom technology (AV equipment, smart boards, speaker systems, and student response systems using “clickers”) is preferred. 
    • Advanced competency in Windows operating environment using MS Office applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), e-mail and internet programs. Some knowledge of MAC preferred.
    • Work hours mostly will be Monday-Friday 12:00NN-8:00PM and rotating weekends.

    Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume’ with salary requirements to: resumes@mariacollege.edu with “Computer & Network Support Technician” in the subject line.

    Maria College is a nonprofit, independent, coeducational institution which does not discriminate in its enrollment or employment practices for any reason including race, sex, color, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local laws and ordinances. Information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to students or prospective students with disabilities regarding Title 504 may be obtained in Accessibility Services in Mercy Hall at (518) 861-2508; information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to employees or prospective employees with disabilities regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act may be obtained from Rosa Lyn Vazquez, Human Resources Manager at (518) 861-2580.

  • ELL Academic Success Coach

    Purpose of role:  Receiving specific direction from the Assoc. VP for Student Affairs, the position is accountable for providing direct and customized academic writing, reading, listening, and speaking assistance to the ELL student population enrolled at Maria College.  Additionally, the position functions within an administrative capacity by helping with data tracking, drafting reports, scheduling, and other clerical duties.  Finally, the position is responsible for implementation of supplemental academic programming designed specifically to bolster student success for ELL students.

    Key Tasks and Activities:

    ·         Assist and facilitate the academic success of Maria College students through one-on-one and group tutoring – specifically as it relates English Language development, comprehension, and usage.

    ·         Assist in developing and implementing supplemental academic programming aimed at bolstering the student comprehension of classroom material related to reading comprehension and writing as well as preparation for examinations crucial to program advancement. 

    ·         Consult and coordinate with faculty to provide targeting support to ELL learners identified as at-risk for non-completion.

    ·         Conduct in-class presentations and participate in recruitment events, as assigned.

    ·         Keep appropriate documentation and records consistent with Student Affairs and College procedures.

    ·         Participate in the Department of Student Affairs by attending meetings, events, contributing to development of initiatives, communication, and department-wide activities.

    ·         Carry out other assigned duties Student Affairs as required, and commensurate with the level of the position.

    Key Outputs/Deliverables:

    ·         One-on-one and group tutoring.

    ·         Client reports for tutoring sessions indicating positive experience and learning outcomes.

    ·         Academic support workshops and related activities.

    ·         End of the year area updates.

    ·         Production of study materials as needed.

    ·         Research projects as assigned.

    Minimum Qualifications/Experience/Licenses:

    ·         Bachelor’s degree in ESOL, Education or related field and/or one of the following certifications: TESOL, TOEFL, TEFL, TSEL, CELTA, DELTA, or TKT.

    ·         At least two years’ experience with academic tutoring is required.

    ·         Experience in working with diverse and/or underrepresented student populations.

    Preferred Qualifications/Experience/Licenses:

    ·         Master’s degree in ESOL, Education or related field with one of the following certifications: TESOL, TOEFL, TEFL, TSEL, CELTA, DELTA, or TKT

    ·         3-5 years’ experience with academic tutoring.

    ·         Prior teaching experience in higher education.

    ·         Experience in working with immigrant and refugee populations.

    Work Schedule Requirements:

    ·         Varying schedule throughout week.  However, some evening and weekend work is required.

    ·         Up to 20 hours per week

    Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume’ to: resumes@mariacollege.edu with “ELL Academic Success Coach” in the subject line.

     

    Maria College is a nonprofit, independent, coeducational institution which does not discriminate in its enrollment or employment practices for any reason including race, sex, color, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local laws and ordinances. Information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to students or prospective students with disabilities regarding Title 504 may be obtained in Accessibility Services in Mercy Hall at (518) 861-2508; information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to employees or prospective employees with disabilities regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act may be obtained from Rosa Lyn Vazquez, Human Resources Manager at (518) 861-2580.

  • Full-Time Faculty (Nursing)

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Provide academic advisement to students.
    • Serve on departmental and college committees.
    • Develop appropriate applied research activities.

    Minimum Job Requirements:

    • Master’s Degree in Nursing. College level teaching and clinical experience preferred.
    • Applicants must hold a current RN license for the State of New York.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    • Ability to teach college level courses in nursing theory and practice.
    • Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills and commitment to excellence in teaching students of diverse backgrounds.
    • Ability to collaborate with professionals in clinical settings.

    Required Application Documents:
    Apply by submitting the following materials to resumes@mariacollege.edu:

    • Letter of interest
    • Resume
    • Names and contact information for three references
    • Transcripts (unofficial for application purposes)

    Maria College is a nonprofit, independent, coeducational institution which does not discriminate in its enrollment or employment practices for any reason including race, sex, color, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local laws and ordinances. Information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to students or prospective students with disabilities regarding Title 504 may be obtained in Accessibility Services in Mercy Hall at (518) 861-2508; information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to employees or prospective employees with disabilities regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act may be obtained from Rosa Lyn Vazquez, Human Resources Manager at (518) 861-2580.

  • Lab Instructor for Pediatric Courses (PT)

    Maria College’s Master of Science in Occupational Therapy Program (MSOT) seeks a candidate to fulfill the position of lab instructor. This person will assist the lead professor in both pediatric courses with multiple aspects of the course. The pediatric courses run during the summer and fall semesters. Maria College’s MSOT program is a 70-credit, full-time learning program, completed over two years with face-to-face meetings on weekends, on-campus in Albany, NY.
    The lab instructor is required to be present during all in-person class meetings. The responsibilities of the position include teaching topics within the candidate’s scope of experience, fluency with pediatric evaluation tools, strong documentation skills and knowledge, and the ability to think flexibly and dynamically.

    Qualifications include:

    • Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy (or the status of OTR),
    • at least five years of clinical practice in a pediatric treatment environment,
    • experience teaching others, such as supervising fieldwork students or working in an academic environment.
      *This job description is not designed to be a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

    Technology Skills:

    Advanced competency in Windows operating environment using learning management systems, MS Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, One-Drive and SharePoint, and e-mail. Aptitude for using novel software related to class activities.

    Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume with three references to: resumes@mariacollege.edu with “Lab Instructor” in the subject line.

    Maria College is a nonprofit, independent, coeducational institution which does not discriminate in its enrollment or employment practices for any reason including race, sex, color, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local laws and ordinances. Information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to students or prospective students with disabilities regarding Title 504 may be obtained in Accessibility Services in Mercy Hall at (518) 861-2508; information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to employees or prospective employees with disabilities regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act may be obtained from Rosa Lyn Vazquez, Human Resources Manager at (518) 861-2580.

  • Mental Health Nursing Instructor (FT)

    Maria College is a private Catholic institution founded by the Sisters of Mercy on the principle of service to others as a key feature of the works of mercy. Maria provides student-focused opportunity education and seeks an experienced educator to serve as nursing instructor in the Associate in Applied Science in Nursing program.

    Maria College’s mission of academic excellence and the heritage of the founding Sisters of Mercy support an ongoing commitment to preparing skilled, caring professionals to meet the needs of our time.

    The Nursing Instructor reports to the Associate Dean and collaborates with the Associate Dean and other educators and staff within the department and across the college. The Nursing

    Instructor promotes and supports Maria’s positive student-focused culture of academic excellence and inclusivity.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Develop and teach nursing courses (i.e., 12 to 15 instructional contact hours per semester)
    • Develop and use sound and varied means/measures to assess student learning outcomes
    • Demonstrate empathy and respect for students
    • Create a culture that encourages student expression of ideas
    • Provide remediation to students
    • Provide academic advisement to students
    • Develop and participate in student orientations as scheduled
    • Participate in prospective and new student events as scheduled
    • Collaborate with staff in Student Services to connect students with necessary resources
    • Serve on Nursing Department and College committees
    • Supervise, teach, and evaluate students in clinical settings
    • Teach skills and conduct simulated learning experiences in lab settings providing formative and summative clinical competence feedback
    • Collaborate with others on systematic evaluation and continuous quality improvement of the curriculum and program
    • Engage in professional development and scholarship (e.g., scholarship of engagement, scholarship of teaching, scholarship of application, scholarship of integration, or scholarship of discovery)
    • Other duties as assigned and aligned with the faculty handbook

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    • Commitment to career-relevant opportunity education in the context of the Mercy Educational Tradition
    • A collegial spirit, and commitment to nurse education that improves patient care and builds healthier communities
    • Commitment to excellence in teaching
    • Able to create and engage students in active learning experiences
    • Able to create valid assessments of learning in collaboration with the Associate Dean (e.g., assignments, rubrics, examinations, clinical competency assessments)
    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and
    • Able to effectively collaborate with inter-professional teams

    Qualifications and Experience

    • Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution
    • Expertise with Mental Health Nursing
    • Experience teaching pre-licensure level nursing courses
    • Experience supervising students in clinical settings
    • A minimum of four years of clinical experience as a registered nurse preferred
    • A current, unencumbered RN license in the State of New York

    Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume to: resumes@mariacollege.edu with “Mental Health Nursing Instructor” in the subject line.

    Maria College is a nonprofit, independent, coeducational institution which does not discriminate in its enrollment or employment practices for any reason including race, sex, color, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local laws and ordinances. Information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to students or prospective students with disabilities regarding Title 504 may be obtained in Accessibility Services in Mercy Hall at (518) 861-2508; information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to employees or prospective employees with disabilities regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act may be obtained from Rosa Lyn Vazquez, Human Resources Manager at (518) 861-2580.

  • Nursing Clinical Adjunct

    Major Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Coordinate with clinicians at the clinical site to make student assignments
    • Reinforce on campus nursing education in the clinical setting, such as nursing skills and critical thinking.
    • Ensure effective evaluations of student performance in the clinical setting
    • Grade student clinical assignments
    • Assist students in applying knowledge to clinical practice
    • Ability to work effectively with diverse faculty, staff, and student body
    • Uphold the mission of the college in practice
    • Promote evidence-based practice.
    • Maintain current knowledge of the nursing curriculum, policies, and requirements.
    • Maintain clinical competence and knowledge in area of expertise.
    • Function with professional accountability in clinical settings.
    • Create a clinical climate that promotes positive student learning.
    • Serves as a role model for professional nursing for students
    • Ensure the delivery of a high level of professional nursing care to patients and clients.
    • Cultivate and maintain effective working relationships with Maria College nursing department and clinical partner staff, and others in the clinical setting.
    • Support the mission of Maria College and represents this in the delivery of compassionate care.

    Qualifications:

    • Current unencumbered NYS Nursing License
    • Clinical competence and knowledge in area of expertise.
    • Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university

    Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume’ to: resumes@mariacollege.edu with “Nursing Clinical Adjunct” in the subject line.

    Maria College is a nonprofit, independent, coeducational institution which does not discriminate in its enrollment or employment practices for any reason including race, sex, color, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local laws and ordinances. Information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to students or prospective students with disabilities regarding Title 504 may be obtained in Accessibility Services in Mercy Hall at (518) 861-2508; information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to employees or prospective employees with disabilities regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act may be obtained from Rosa Lyn Vazquez, Human Resources Manager at (518) 861-2580.

     

  • Nursing Lab Instructor (Full-Time)

    Maria College is a private Catholic institution founded by the Sisters of Mercy on the principle of service to others as a key feature of the works of mercy. Maria provides student-focused opportunity education and seeks a nursing educator to serve as an instructor in the Practical Nursing Certificate program.

    Maria College’s mission of academic excellence and the heritage of the founding Sisters of Mercy support an ongoing commitment to preparing skilled, caring professionals to meet the needs of our time.

    The Nursing Instructor reports to the Dean of Nursing and collaborates with the Associate Deans, Assistant Dean and other educators and staff within the Department and across the College. The Nursing Instructor promotes and supports Maria’s positive student-focused culture of academic excellence and inclusivity.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Develop and teach nursing courses (i.e., 12-15 instructional contact hours per semester)
    • Develop and use sound and varied means/measures to assess student learning outcomes
    • Demonstrate empathy and respect for students
    • Create a culture that encourages student expression of ideas
    • Provide remediation to students
    • Provide academic advisement to students
    • Develop and participate in student orientations as scheduled
    • Participate in prospective and new student events as scheduled
    • Collaborate with staff in Student Services to connect students with necessary resources
    • Serve on Nursing Department and College committees
    • Act as a resource person to students in the nursing skills laboratory
    • Set up and provide practice areas for students to prepare for the performance of nursing skills
    • Assist students to achieve proficiency in the performance of nursing skills
    • Evaluate student’s performance of nursing skills through competency validations and simulations
    • In collaboration with the Nursing Lab Coordinator, orders supplies and equipment necessary for student’s needs
    • Supervise, teach, and evaluate students in the laboratory settings
    • Teach skills and conduct simulated learning experiences in lab settings providing formative and summative clinical competence feedback
    • Collaborate with others on systematic evaluation and continuous quality improvement of the curriculum and program
    • Engage in professional development and scholarship (e.g., scholarship of engagement, scholarship of teaching, scholarship of application, scholarship of integration, or scholarship of discovery)
    • Other duties as assigned and aligned with the faculty handbook

    Key Essential Responsibilities:

    • Participates in weekly Lab and Simulation Faculty Meeting as scheduled.
    • Assists with the maintenance of the equipment and supplies in the Skills and Simulation labs.
    • Assists with adjunct faculty orientation.
    • Sets objectives for the lab classes based on new research and “best practices”.
    • Prepares lab classes according to the course syllabus and evidence-based practice.
    • Assures that skills taught in the lab are consistent with course objectives.
    • Demonstrates good interpersonal and organizational skills.
    • Follows inventory control procedures to monitor supply levels, allocate costs accurately, and ensure supplies are on hand when needed.
    • Assures accurate data collection and record-keeping procedures used to evaluate student learning.
    • Facilitates deployment of new equipment and supplies.
    • Monitors equipment safety and performance. 

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    • Commitment to career-relevant opportunity education in the context of the Mercy Educational Tradition
    • A collegial spirit, and commitment to nurse education that improves patient care and builds a healthier community
    • Commitment to excellence in teaching
    • Able to create and engage students in active learning experiences
    • Able to create valid assessments of learning in collaboration with the Associate Deans and Assistant Dean (e.g., assignments, rubrics, examinations, clinical competency assessments)
    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and
    • Able to effectively collaborate with interprofessional teams 

    Qualifications and Experience:

    • Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution
    • Experience teaching pre-licensure level nursing courses
    • Experience supervising students in clinical settings
    • A minimum of two years of clinical experience as a registered nurse preferred
    • A current, unencumbered RN license in the State of New York

    Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume with salary requirements to: resumes@mariacollege.edu with “Nursing Instructor” in the subject line.

    Maria College is a nonprofit, independent, coeducational institution which does not discriminate in its enrollment or employment practices for any reason including race, sex, color, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local laws and ordinances. Information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to students or prospective students with disabilities regarding Title 504 may be obtained in Accessibility Services in Mercy Hall at (518) 861-2508; information about the services, activities, and facilities accessible to employees or prospective employees with disabilities regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act may be obtained from Rosa Lyn Vazquez, Human Resources Manager at (518) 861-2580.

     

  • Nursing Instructor (FT)

    Maria College is a private Catholic institution founded by the Sisters of Mercy on the principle of service to others as a key feature of the works of mercy. Maria provides student-focused opportunity education and seeks an experienced educator to serve as nursing instructor in the Associate in Applied Science in Nursing program.

    Maria College’s mission of academic excellence and the heritage of the founding Sisters of Mercy support an ongoing commitment to preparing skilled, caring professionals to meet the needs of our time.

    The Nursing Instructor reports to the Associate Dean and collaborates with the Associate Dean and other educators and staff within the department and across the college. The Nursing Instructor promotes and supports Maria’s positive student-focused culture of academic excellence and inclusivity.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Develop and teach nursing courses (i.e., 12 to 15 instructional contact hours per semester)
    • Develop and use sound and varied means/measures to assess student learning outcomes
    • Demonstrate empathy and respect for students
    • Create a culture that encourages student expression of ideas
    • Provide remediation to students
    • Provide academic advisement to students
    • Develop and participate in student orientations as scheduled
    • Participate in prospective and new student events as scheduled
    • Collaborate with staff in Student Services to connect students with necessary resources
    • Serve on Nursing Department and College committees
    • Supervise, teach, and evaluate students in clinical settings
    • Teach skills and conduct simulated learning experiences in lab settings providing formative and summative clinical competence feedback
    • Collaborate with others on systematic evaluation and continuous quality improvement of the curriculum and program
    • Engage in professional development and scholarship (e.g., scholarship of engagement, scholarship of teaching, scholarship of application, scholarship of integration, or scholarship of discovery)
    • Other duties as assigned and aligned with the faculty handbook

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    • Commitment to career-relevant opportunity education in the context of the Mercy Educational Tradition
    • A collegial spirit, and commitment to nurse education that improves patient care and builds healthier communities.
    • Commitment to excellence in teaching
    • Able to create and engage students in active learning experiences
    • Able to create valid assessments of learning in collaboration with the Associate Dean (e.g., assignments, rubrics, examinations, clinical competency assessments)
    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and
    • Able to effectively collaborate with interprofessional teams

    Qualifications and Experience

    • Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution
    • Experience teaching pre-licensure level nursing courses
    • Experience supervising students in clinical settings
    • A minimum of four years of clinical experience as a registered nurse preferred
    • A current, unencumbered RN license in the State of New York

    Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume’ to: resumes@mariacollege.edu with “Nursing Instructor” in the subject line.

    Maria College is a nonprofit, independent, coeducational institution which does not discriminate in its enrollment or employment practices for any reason including race, sex, color, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local laws and ordinances. Information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to students or prospective students with disabilities regarding Title 504 may be obtained in Accessibility Services in Mercy Hall at (518) 861-2508; information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to employees or prospective employees with disabilities regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act may be obtained from Rosa Lyn Vazquez, Human Resources Manager at (518) 861-2580.

  • Nursing Lab Coordinator (FT)

    Nursing Lab Coordinator 
    Maria College is a Catholic liberal arts institution focused on healthcare located in Albany, New York.  Founded by the Sisters of Mercy, Maria is one of the seventeen colleges of the Conference of Mercy Higher Education.  Celebrating 65 years, Maria College offers master, bachelor, and associate degrees, as well as certificates programs.  Maria College is the home of one of the most well-respected nursing programs in the Capital Region.  

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Coordinates all the lab activities across all programs
    • Orients the lab faculty
    • Updates lab faculty on changes in the lab
    • Meets with all lab faculty once a week to inform them of the activities in the lab and encourages in what way they should be executed
    • Maintains the equipment and supplies in the labs
    • Orders lab supplies as needed
    • Reviews new materials for the labs and makes recommendations for utilization
    • Assists with adjunct faculty orientation
    • Establishes objectives for the lab and lab classes in collaboration with faculty
    • Edits lab curriculum based on new research and “best practices”
    • In collaboration with course faculty prepares lab activities to meet course objectives and learning outcomes
    • Coordinates check-offs, remediation and testing for all students (current, returning, LPN, and BSN) in collaboration with the faculty
    • Utilizes appropriate problem solving and critical thinking skills
    • Assures that skills taught in the lab are consistent with those taught in the classroom
    • Maintains an evidence-based Skills Lab Procedure Manual
    • Establishes standardized methods for clinical/lab assessment
    • Upholds at least 6 credit hours each semester
    • Act as clinical faculty as overage
    • Responsible for the administrative duties corresponding to this job
    • Responsible for advising assigned students during the academic year
    • Collaborates with area institutions’ lab programs to maximize effective use of resources
    • Attends faculty and coordinating meetings
    • Reports to Dean of Nursing
    • Demonstrates good interpersonal and organizational skills
    • Organize and hold periodic meetings for staff and appropriate external groups which have substantial training activity
    • Develop inventory policies to ensure that levels are maintained in a cost-effective way
    • Develop inventory control procedures to monitor supply levels, allocate costs accurately, and ensure supplies are on hand when needed
    • Develop data collection and record keeping procedures to evaluate student learning that comply with curricula guidelines
    • Oversee and support the development of course curricula with appropriate staff. Standardize curriculum development and documentation as much as possible; Support development with technical knowledge of the Simulation lab capabilities and procedures to ensure that curriculums are accurate and appropriate
    • Support the development of instructor training methods
    • Coordinate facility improvements and new equipment deployment
    • Monitor equipment safety and performance
    • Collaborate and take part in interviews to hire new employees for needed roles
    • Coach and develop staff across functional areas
    • Assist with annual staff performance reviews
    • Supervise lab staff and faculty to ensure that all work deadlines and standards for quality and accuracy are met
    • Obtain bids, and make purchasing decisions within delegated authority
    • Develop relationships with medical equipment and pharmaceutical vendors to gain their support to supply goods and services in support of medical training
    • Provide feedback from trainees and instructors concerning acceptability of facilities and equipment for training needs and market planning

    Minimum Job Requirements:

    • Master’s degree in Nursing
    • Applicants must hold a current RN license for the State of New York

    Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume with three references and salary requirements to: resumes@mariacollege.edu with “Lab Coordinator” in the subject line.

    Maria College is a nonprofit, independent, coeducational institution which does not discriminate in its enrollment or employment practices for any reason including race, sex, color, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local laws and ordinances. Information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to students or prospective students with disabilities regarding Title 504 may be obtained in Accessibility Services in Mercy Hall at (518) 861-2508; information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to employees or prospective employees with disabilities regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act may be obtained from Rosa Lyn Vazquez, Human Resources Manager at (518) 861-2580.

  • Psychology Faculty - Adjunct

    Adjunct Teaching Positions available for the Fall 22 semester 

    Position Summary: The Arts & Sciences Department at Maria College invites applications for adjunct instructors in Psychology to teach Introduction to Psychology, Introduction to Alcoholism and Substance Abuse, and Organizational Change. We are looking for an exceptional educator with the ability, energy, and intellectual charisma to be a first-rate teacher.  

    The fall semester runs from to Monday, August 29th through Friday, December 9th, 2022.

    Course Descriptions: 

    PSY 100 Introduction to Psychology – 3 credits (two sections, one online and one hybrid (meets 50% of time in person on Mon & Wed 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM). 

    This course introduces students to the major theories and concepts in contemporary psychology. Topics covered include approaches and research methods in psychology, the biological basis of behavior, sensation and perception, learning and memory, consciousness, motivation and emotion, intelligence, personality, social psychology and mental illness. 

     

    PSY 235 Introduction to Alcoholism and Substance Abuse – 3 credits (online section) 

    Course Description: This course examines alcoholism and substance abuse from historical, biological, psychological, social and cultural perspectives. It presents theoretical frameworks that help students understand the nature and course of substance abuse and dependency, as well as strategies to prevent its onset. The course introduces the assessment and diagnostic process as well as treatment approaches. 

     

    PSY 300 Organizational Change – 3 credits (online sections) 

    Course Description: This course examines the nature, definitions, theories and aspects of organizational culture to help develop an understanding of the principles of organizational change theory that apply to both short- and long-term changes. Analysis covers patterns of behavior and their relationship to organizational culture, especially the impact of the organization’s business on employee behavior and culture. Topics include the role of nationality, gender and race within organizational culture, implications of addressing organizational challenges, theory versus practice, and the relative roles of the individual, groups and the organization in a cultural context. The goal is to apply knowledge of organizational culture to develop a change-Sciences plan. 

     

    Minimum Job Requirements: PhD in Psychology or master’s degree in Organizational Psychology by the time of appointment is preferred; some college teaching experience.  

     

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

    • Ability to teach basic and advanced concepts to students in various academic programs.  
    • Preference will be given to those who have prior teaching experience. 
    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and commitment to excellence in teaching students of diverse backgrounds. 
    • Online teaching experience with the Blackboard LMS. 
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    Application Review Date: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

    Electronic Application Instructions:Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application and send to resumes@mariacollege.eduwith “Psychology Adjunct Position” in the subject line. 

    Required Documents: 

    • Letter of Interest 
    • Curriculum Vitae 
    • Statement of Teaching Philosophy 
    • Name and contact information for three references 
    • Transcripts (unofficial for application purposes) 

     

    Maria College is a nonprofit, independent, coeducational institution which does not discriminate in its enrollment or employment practices for any reason including race, sex, color, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local laws and ordinances. Information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to students or prospective students with disabilities regarding Title 504 may be obtained in Accessibility Services in Mercy Hall at (518) 861-2508; information about the services, activities and facilities accessible to employees or prospective employees with disabilities regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act may be obtained from Rosa Lyn Vazquez, Human Resources Manager at (518) 861-2580.