Director, University Professor, Education ​/ Teaching

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Director, Junction (43830 )

Directs, plans, coordinates and supervises the operations and activities of a specialized unit or small department; develops and implements policies and procedures, administers the budget, organizes tasks and sets priorities. Serves as liaison with university personnel and community ks under general supervision with broad latitude for initiative and independent judgement.

Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students. Texas Tech s 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country s largest public art collections.

Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world.

Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

The Office of the Provost in Outreach and Engagement seeks applicants for a Director of the Outdoor Learning Lab (OLL) and Lecturer for a full-time, 12-month position as a lecturer to begin June 1, 2026, at Texas Tech University, Junction Education and Conference Center. This position requires an active and current teaching certification in the state of Texas and experience in K-12 programming related to science and STEM.

In addition, this position requires demonstration of experience working with teachers and districts. The director will also hold a position as a lecturer in Outreach and Engagement, Office of the Provost at Texas Tech and a master s degree is required. The position is assigned to online teaching and these courses are offered asynchronously.

The Office of Outreach and Engagement TTU Office of Outreach and Engagement was established to provide innovative, collaborative and strategic leadership and support for the university s strategic priority of engagement with communities across the region, state, nation and the world . Engagement includes members of the university and the community working together to address a community need or pressing societal issue.

The units included in the Office of Outreach and Engagement include the Ranching Heritage Center, the Museum of Texas Tech, the TTU Press, the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, and TTU Center  Texas Tech Center at Junction is home to the Outdoor Learning Lab, existing since 1971, and encompasses more than 400 acres. There is an emphasis on natural resource and watershed engagement, research and literacy and environmental education in the Texas Hill Country.

The mission of this Center is to encourage, conduct and coordinate basic and applied research projects as well as engaging K-12 students in research activities grounded in teacher professional development.

Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas.

Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

The Junction community was funded in 1876 and has approximately 3,000 residents. Junction is located approximately 115 miles northwest of San Antonio and 140 miles west of Austin in central Kimble County. It lies near the western end of the Texas Hill Country. The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. Junction is home to several parks, including the South Llano River State Park.

The city has several swimming pools, golf and tennis courses, and is home to the Kimble County Historical Museum and the O.C. Fischer Museum housed in the Kimble County Library.