AAFCS Job Openings

American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS) is the only association for family and consumer sciences students and professionals across multiple practice settings and content areas. For 112 years, AAFCS has focused its mission on providing leadership and support for professionals whose work assists individuals, families, and communities in making more informed decisions about their well-being, relationships, and resources to achieve optimal quality of life. Through research, experiential education, and technology, our members help people develop the essential knowledge and skills to lead better lives, be work and career ready, build strong families, and make meaningful contributions to our communities.

Contract Opportunity with AAFCS:

Industry Engagement and Credential Advocacy Specialist

The American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS) committed to expanding the value and recognition of credentials as a critical component of workforce development. AAFCS is seeking a highly motivated contractor to support national efforts to expand awareness, recognition, and endorsement of the AAFCS Pre-PAC industry-based credentials. The short-term contract will be focused on connecting education and industry to strengthen talent pipelines and economic opportunity. This role will focus on building relationships with business and industry leaders, securing support, and promoting the value of credentials as a workforce solution. This role is well-suited for someone who:

  • Is comfortable in a “business development” or advocacy role

  • Can clearly articulate the value of credentials to employers

  • Understands how credentials support workforce readiness and hiring needs

  • Is proactive, strategic, and results-driven

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AAFCS Seeks Editor for the Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal. 

Position will stay open until filled

With the retirement of its current editor (effective 12-31-2026), the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS) is seeking candidates for Editor of the Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal (FCSRJ).  The journal publishes original research in all areas of family and consumer sciences concerned with the well-being of individuals and families. The Editor is assisted by Associate Editors representing content areas within family and consumer sciences (e.g., apparel, textiles, and merchandising; family studies/human development; family and consumer sciences education; foods and nutrition; hospitality and tourism, housing and interior design; personal finance/consumer economics; and professional issues).

Contract Start Date:  August 1, 2026

Click here for the position description that includes the duties and qualifications of the Editor and the timeline for filling the Editor role.  

To apply, the candidate should submit:

  • Letter of application describing qualifications

  • Current Vita/Resume’

  • Two (2) letters of recommendation (with one by a Dean or Department Head)

The application materials should be emailed as one packet to Dr. Lori Myers.