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Seeking Applicants for CAAS Webmaster – Deadline: May 15, 2026

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The Classical Association of the Atlantic States is seeking applications for the position of Webmaster to commence immediately after the October 2026 CAAS annual meeting and to run through the end of the October 2029 annual meeting. The position may be renewed for more than one three-year term and carries an annual stipend. The applicant must live or work in the CAAS region (Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania). CAAS membership is required for the position.

The Webmaster serves on the CAAS Board of Directors. The general responsibilities of the position include maintaining a standards-compliant website for CAAS, posting information on the website, providing timely updates to it, and managing all on-line functions associated with the website. Specific duties include managing interactions with CAAS’ website builders and providers, working with the Program Coordinator to facilitate the use of EasyChair to evaluate abstracts and proposals for the annual meeting, managing officer-specific email addresses and Google Drive, handling all web-related functions for the annual meeting, and preparing a contact list of presenters at the annual meeting for the Program Coordinator. The Webmaster assembles a list of audio-visual equipment requested for each presentation at the Annual Meeting for the Executive Director. 

The Webmaster is also responsible for correcting the Program of the annual meeting to reflect how it actually occurred (presenters who did not attend, papers read by another, etc.), posting this on the website, and forwarding a copy to the Archivist. A more detailed description of the Webmaster’s responsibilities can be found in the CAAS Regulations and Operating Procedures (https://caas-cw.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Regulations-and-Operating-Procedures-Oct-2018.pdf).

Applicants should have a record of participation in CAAS programs and be familiar with HTML and web-content management, web-conferencing tools, web maintenance, and internet data security. Knowledge of EasyChair would be a plus. Applications should include a letter of interest, a current curriculum vita, and the names and contact information of three individuals who can serve as references. Please send applications to Karen Klaiber Hersch, Chair of the Nominations Committee (karen.klaiber@temple.edu), by May 15, 2026.

Seeking Applicants for CAAS Treasurer – Deadline: May 15, 2026

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The Classical Association of the Atlantic States is seeking applications for the position of Treasurer to commence immediately after the October 2026 CAAS annual meeting and to run through the end of the October 2029 annual meeting. The position may be renewed for more than one three-year term and carries an annual stipend. The applicant must live or work in the CAAS region (Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania). CAAS membership is required for the position.

The Treasurer is a member of the CAAS Board of Directors, the Executive Committee, and the Finance Committee. The position’s general responsibilities include the conduct of all banking functions for the Association, maintaining the Association’s financial records, and producing financial reports for the Board of Directors at the Association’s April and October meetings. The Treasurer prepares and submits reports and forms as required by state and federal law. It is the duty of the Treasurer to maintain accurate records of all receipts and disbursements and to keep them in books belonging to the Association. The Treasurer is called upon to make available accounts and records to any of the Directors and to provide detailed accounts of financial matters upon their request. The Treasurer may also perform such other duties as the Board of Directors prescribes.

The Treasurer’s particular responsibilities include paying bills and depositing funds (registration fees, dues, donations, etc.) in the Association’s name and keeping full and accurate accounts of all restricted endowment funds or gifts as portions of CAAS’ endowment, as mandated by CAAS Investment Policy. The Treasurer produces written financial reports of CAAS’ general accounts and of each restricted individual fund for the spring and fall meetings of the Board of Directors and for the Board’s annual report to the members. Further duties include sending acknowledgement letters to donors as required by federal and state tax authorities and delivering to CAAS’ tax accountant each year’s deposit slips, canceled checks, investment reports, and bank statements in a timely fashion. The Treasurer supports the Investment Liaison in carrying out the Association’s investment policy and the management of its endowment. The Treasurer maintains the Association’s sales-tax exempt status, purchasing large items for CAAS in tax-free states, if the office is in a taxed locale, and maintaining the Treasurer’s and Executive Director’s credit cards. More information about the position can be found at (https://caas-cw.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Regulations-and-Operating-Procedures-Oct-2018.pdf). 

Applicants should have a record of participation in CAAS programs, possess basic accounting knowledge in a non-profit environment, and be familiar with Excel Spreadsheet and/or a dedicated accounting software such as Intuit QuickBooks. Applications should include a letter of interest, the names and contact information of three references, and a current curriculum vitae. Please send applications to David Rosenbloom, Chair of the Hiring Committee (dsrose@umbc.edu), by May 15, 2026.

Seeking Applicants for CAAS Program Coordinator – Deadline: May 15, 2026

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The Classical Association of the Atlantic States is seeking applications for the position of Program Coordinator to commence immediately after the October 2026 CAAS annual meeting and to run through the end of the October 2029 annual meeting. The position may be renewed for more than one three-year term and carries an annual stipend. The applicant must live or work in the CAAS region (Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania). CAAS membership is required for the position.

The Program Coordinator assembles and chairs a diversely constituted Program Committee of twenty-five CAAS members from all six civic jurisdictions in the CAAS region and organizes the program to be presented at the annual meeting based on the committee’s anonymous assessments of abstracts and proposals. Working closely with the Executive Committee, the Executive Director, and the Webmaster, the Program Coordinator plans, publicizes, and presides over CAAS annual meetings.

The Program Coordinator’s work begins in the November before the meeting with the constitution of the Program Committee and issues the call for proposals in early January. The work of vetting, accepting proposals, and contacting submitters continues through the spring, culminating in a first draft of the program in May. The Program Coordinator prepares an annual meeting evaluation survey for the Executive Director to include in registration packets. After the meeting, the Program Coordinator solicits feedback from presenters at the annual meeting and serves as an ex officio member of the Awards Subcommittee, which establishes winners of “best paper” awards at the annual meeting. These are announced in November.

The Program Coordinator serves on the CAAS Board of Directors, is a member of the CAAS Executive and Nominations Committees, and is an ex officio member of the Awards Committee and Clack Lecture Committees. In addition to chairing the Program Committee, the Program Coordinator oversees two subcommittees, one granting subsidies for travel to the annual meeting and another determining winners of “best paper” awards at the annual meeting. A more detailed description of the Program Coordinator’s responsibilities can be found in the CAAS Regulations and Operating Procedures (https://caas-cw.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Regulations-and-Operating-Procedures-Oct-2018.pdf). 

Applicants should have a record of participation in CAAS programs and prior service on the CAAS Program Committee or on a comparable committee in a peer organization. Applications should include a letter of interest, a current curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references. Please send applications to Karen Klaiber Hersch, Chair of the Nominations Committee (karen.klaiber@temple.edu), by May 15, 2026. 

Hesperia Fellow – Extended Deadline: June 3rd, 2019

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The Publications Office of the American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA) seeks a Hesperia Fellow to perform editorial work for Hesperia, the renowned scholarly journal of the ASCSA. Responsibilities include conducting bibliographic research, copyediting, proofreading, and liaising directly with authors, as well as any other relevant tasks as requested by the Editor of Hesperia.

Individuals actively enrolled in a graduate program and individuals with a Masters or Doctorate in the field of Classical archaeology or Classics (within two years of the date of their application) are eligible. Applicants will have excellent writing and communication skills, and a willingness to learn and follow the strict style requirements of the Journal. They will be well organized, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively under the pressure of publication deadlines. The ability to edit onscreen in an electronic workflow is required, as is the ability to have regular electronic contact with the Editor via email and video chat. Experience with Adobe desktop publishing software is preferred. Previous editorial or publishing experience is desired but not necessary.

The Hesperia Fellow reports directly to the Editor of Hesperia and will work remotely. The position follows the academic year and will be 15 hours per week over the fall and spring semesters, with a stipend of $6,000 per semester and a possible option to renew for a second academic year.

To apply, submit a cover letter, CV, a brief academic writing sample of no more than 10–15 pages, and the names of two individuals willing to serve as references. Applications for the position should be submitted via the online form at:
https://ascsa.submittable.com/submit/1fe0834e-27ff-4ad0-97f0-82dd8617a72f/hesperia-fellow-application
The closing date for applications is June 3rd, 2019.

The position begins August 26, 2019.

For inquiries, email application@ascsa.org.

PDF: Hesperia Fellow

Job Opportunity: ASCSA Programs Assistant

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JOB POSTING

Full-time Programs Assistant

The American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA), a non-profit overseas research institution, is seeking a qualified individual to work in the U.S. administrative office of the School in Princeton, NJ. The ASCSA offers a pleasant, energetic environment with dedicated professionals. Position is full time, 35 hours per week beginning June 1, 2017.

The principal duties will involve general clerical support, including the preparation of meeting materials, mailings, general correspondence, support for communications related to Committee work, database entry as needed (Raiser’s Edge), as well as other office duties. S/he will report to the Programs Administrator.

Qualifications: B.A. or Associate’s degree. Excellent computer, word processing, and spreadsheet skills (Microsoft Office). Excellent communications skills and administrative support experience in an office setting.

Annual salary of $30,000, plus benefits.
The American School of Classical Studies is an EO/AA employer.
To apply, submit a CV or resume, and names of two recommenders. A cover letter is optional and highly recommended. Applications for the position should be submitted via the online form at:

https://ascsa.wufoo.com/forms/fulltime-programs-assistant/

Applications will be received until May 15, 2017.

Job Opening Available: Seton Hall University 

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Seton Hall University seeks applicants for a one-year term faculty appointment at the rank of assistant professor in Classical Studies for the 2017-2018 academic year.  The position will be in the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures of the College of Arts and Sciences. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Teaching responsibilities will include Latin language and literature at all levels, and Classical literature, civilization, and culture courses in translation. 
  • We are looking for an outstanding teacher who will engage undergraduate students in creative and disciplined intellectual challenges. 
  • The teaching load is four courses per semester. 

Required Qualifications:

  • The preferred candidate will have a Ph. D in Classics no later than October 2017 and a commitment to undergraduate teaching and learning. 

Special Instructions to Applicants:

  • Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of reference to the Search Committee Chair: Dr. Frederick J. Booth (boothfre@shu.edu), Director, Classical Studies Program.  All materials should be submitted electronically.  The deadline for applications is April 13, 2017.

Seton Hall, the oldest Catholic diocesan university in the US, is located 14 miles west of Manhattan, in South Orange, New Jersey and has an enrollment of approximately 10,000 students.  Candidates should be supportive of the Catholic mission of the university. SHU is committed to programs of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action (EEO/AA) to achieve our objectives of creating and supporting a diverse racial, ethnic and cultural community.