Director of Graduate and Undergraduate Leadership Programs

Job Title: Director of Graduate and Undergraduate Leadership Programs

Reporting Relationship: Chair of Leadership and Followership Division

Unit: National & Global

Department: DeVoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership (DSBTL)

Campus Location: Online/Remote

Summary of Position:    Full-time faculty member contributing to the quality and relevance of graduate and undergraduate program offerings related to leadership within the Division of Leadership and Followership Studies. Faculty member will a fill Program Director Role for the leadership programs, both current and future. Current programs include the Master’s of Public Administration with specializations in Criminal Justice, Non-Profit Leadership, and Public Management, Master’s of Organizational Leadership, Master’s of Sports Leadership, Bachelor’s of Organizational Leadership, and Bachelor’s of Service and Leadership. The role is a distance faculty position, but some teaching assignments and administrative responsibilities may have onsite, face-to-face components. The position may have some responsibilities and opportunities within the Division’s PhD in Organizational Leadership or other programs as negotiated with the Division Chair.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses equivalent at least 60 workshops per year 
• Attend other in-person activities at the main campus in Marion, IN or other IWU Educational centers as required by the university (usually no more than 3 times per year) 
• Integrate Christian faith with learning for all subjects taught 
• Develop courses related to subjects that are taught 
• Serve as Director of assigned programs within the division
  • Provide oversight of existing programs, specializations, and courses
  • Assist with budget and financial management for current and future program(s)
  • Mentor adjunct faculty
  • Assist with curriculum maintenance and development
  • Assist with program evaluation
  • Assist with new program development
  • Serve in the Academic Leader role for course revisions and new development for up to 4 courses per year 
• Participate in faculty development and university faculty meetings 
• Participate in university and committee assignments 
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chair and/or the DBTL Dean 
• Conduct research in public administration, leadership, or related disciplines 
• Publish or present on a regular basis in scholarly journals or at scholarly conferences 
• Potential opportunities within the PhD program as assigned by the Division Chair include but are not limited to:
  • Teach doctoral level courses
  • Teach at the week-long summer PhD residency each year
  • Serve as a member of PhD comprehensive exam committees
  • Supervise dissertation research in committee member and chair roles
  • Review and approve applicants to the doctoral program 

Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

• Doctorate in public administration, organizational leadership or closely related field

Experience

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
• Significant public administration, leadership, or managerial experience, measured by both length of service and level of responsibility
• A record of effective teaching at the graduate and undergraduate level
• An active scholarship agenda that includes research, publications, presentations and service

Required Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong technological skills including electronic communication media and learning management systems
• Potential to teach doctoral level courses and contribute to other doctoral level activities such as comprehensive exam committees and dissertation committees

Diversity Statement

IWU commits to create a community that reflects kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment that exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member’s earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institutio