Monday, March 9, 2009

Literary House Job at Washington College

Looking for a job? This sounds interesting (note the March 16 deadline):

Writing: Literary House Director - The Rose O'Neill Literary House provides a
haven for Washington College's (MD) thriving literary community. Some of the nation's most distinguished writers, editors, critics, and scholars have given readings, lectured and interacted with Washington College writers on the Literary House's wraparound porch or within its poster-clad Victorian walls. To direct the Rose O'Neill Literary House, the College is seeking a person with administrative and teaching experience and a distinguished record of publications in creative writing (genre open; non-fiction preferred). M.F.A or Ph. D. required. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in designing co-curricular programs in writing that function in support of the liberal arts mission of the College. Evidence of teaching excellence on the college level is expected as the director will teach writing courses on both the upper- and lower-level. 1/1 load. Major responsibilities include the development and promotion of co-curricular literary and creative writing programs in support of existing academic programs; management of the Literary House and Literary House Press; public outreach; student recruitment; and fund raising and grant writing. Washington College is located in historic Chestertown on Maryland's Eastern Shore, enrolls approximately 1,300 students, and is within easy driving distance to Washington D.C., Philadelphia, and Baltimore. Applicants can learn more about the Rose O'Neill Literary House, the minor in creative writing, and the Sophie Kerr prize at
http://lithouse.washcoll.edu/

This is a twelve-month administrative position that reports to the Provost and Dean of the College. Tenure or tenure-track appointment negotiable depending upon qualifications. Anticipated starting date: July 1, 2009. Salary competitive. Applications should be submitted electronically. See instructions and more details at
http://hr.washcoll.edu/.


Review of applications will begin March 16, 2009, and will continue until
position is filled. Washington College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Minorities and women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Work-in-Progress

DC-area author Leslie Pietrzyk explores the creative process and all things literary.