GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Assistant Professor of Public Administration position is a full-time, tenure-track position that lasts for 9 months each year. Teaching assignments may include day, evening, completely online, and/or weekend classes. It’s important to note that full-time faculty members are expected to participate fully in departmental activities, including committee work, advising, and… other responsibilities. Additionally, the job description emphasizes the importance of ongoing professional development and staying up to date on developments in public administration. It’s clear that the university values and supports faculty members who are committed to remaining current in their field and incorporating appropriate technology into their instruction. Finally, all faculty members need to follow the policies and procedures set by the university.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Primary responsibilities and duties are to perform tasks in the area of University Public Administration that include but are not limited to the following:
• Teach (9 credit hours per semester) some or all lower and higher-level public administration (graduate) courses.
• Take on a leadership role in departmental activities, including contributing to the creation of new curriculum, mentoring, and advising students. Develop and implement innovative and effective curriculum strategies.
• The successful candidate must have a strong commitment and demonstrate effective teaching strategies.
• Need to plan and develop new classes, prepare course materials, quizzes, exams, and assignments, and assist in team-teaching courses.
• Create performance-based assessments aligned with competencies through formative and summative measures.
• Required to advise undergraduate students, and establish student research projects, and graduate internships.
• Promote student success through timely communication, growth-based feedback, and implementation of strategies that meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Meet professional expectations by maintaining professional currency and contributing to a collaborative culture across the University.
• Use computers and other modern technologies in the daily classroom setting.
DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
• Ability to model integrity through self-awareness, personal accountability, ethical behavior, quality standards, and sustainable practices.
• Ability to think critically by applying problem-solving practices, acquiring relevant information, using technology and other resources appropriately, and evaluating alternatives.
• Ability to communicate effectively by speaking and writing, concisely, and professionally; practicing active listening; reading critically, and adapting communication for the audience.
• Ability to value diversity by recognizing personal biases, adapting to culturally diverse situations, and demonstrating a commitment to equity, inclusion, and respectful interactions with persons of diverse ethnic, cultural, socioeconomic, or educational backgrounds.
Qualifications:
• Doctorate or other appropriate terminal degree from a regionally accredited college or university in Public Administration or a closely related discipline.
• Commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment.
• Proficiency in active and collaborative learning and use of instructional technology.
• Prior college-level teaching is expected, and online teaching experience is preferred.
• Evidence of success or potential for success in scholarship, grant procurement, and publication is expected.
• Experience with Quality Matters standards for online teaching is preferred.
• The employee should have a minimum of three (3) years of experience in teaching.
Application Procedure:
To ensure priority consideration, completed applications must be received by August 1, 2024. The screening will continue until the position is filled.
Please include the following in PDF format:
• Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts must be submitted before issuance of contract)
• Names and contact information for three professional references
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