Assistant/Associate Professor of Organizational Leadership and Business

Description

Greenville University seeks a full time Assistant/Associate Professor to lead the academic offerings of the Organizational Leadership degree program. The majority of courses are delivered in an online format. Position is responsible for scheduling of courses and instructors, evaluating and improving the program, advising students, and carrying an appropriate teaching load. The selected candidate must provide evidence of a vibrant Christian faith, clearly understand, and internalize the mission of Greenville University, and articulate the value of Christian higher education. As a faculty member, the selected candidate will participate in departmental and university committee assignments and other activities to advance the mission of Greenville University. 

Interested Candidates should have experience and/or interest in teaching in one or more of the following areas:

· Principles in Leadership

· Servant Leadership

· Research Methods

· Life/executive Coaching

· Conflict Management

-General business management 

The Briner School of Business has built an academically competitive program in a private liberal arts college that prepares graduates to be fluent in the language of business, hone critical thinking and analytic skills, and communicate effectively about opportunities that are discovered. 

IDEAL QUALITIES: demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, student support, university service, and scholarly activity; ability to integrate technology and experiential learning into coursework; versatility and willingness to serve as an integral part of a diversified and active team of business faculty.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

Deliver high-quality undergraduate instruction to online students in the Organizational Leadership program and as needed, on-campus students in the Business Management program, emphasizing experiential education. Course topics include, but are not limited to:  Organizational Leadership, Group Dynamics, Organizational Behavior, Human Resource Management, and Leadership and Professional Ethics. 

1. Teach 12-13 credits per fall and spring semesters.
2. Contribute to the improvement and development of current and future programs.
3. Use computer technologies relevant to the discipline to cover face-to-face, hybrid, and online course formats. 
4.  Supervise and advise students, pray for them, and help them in their academic and spiritual formation. 
5. Perform University service, including committee work as assigned. 
6. Engage in department and campus service activities.
7. Participate in professional development, including grant writing and research activities. 
8. Assist with recruiting and marketing activities to build student awareness of the organizational leadership program and support student retention efforts.
9. Commit to the development and execution of experiential learning opportunities, including connecting with area business, community, and non-profit leaders.
10. Teaching skills and practical experience in the related course material are expected.
11. Must be well organized and able to present material using various methods in the online environment.
12. Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to relate complex concepts to diverse audiences, and demonstrated cultural competency. 

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education: Earned doctorate in Organizational Leadership or closely related field.

Experience: teaching experience at the university level, both in the face-to-face and online formats.

The successful candidate will have content expertise and teaching passion to develop the creative minds of undergraduate students in the leadership and business disciplines within a Christian worldview.

APPLICATIONS: Click Apply and include the following: (1) evidence of preparation for this position (a complete CV with degrees earned, teaching experience, and professional interests); (2) a statement of philosophy of Christian higher education; (3) a statement of personal faith journey and commitment; (4) higher education transcripts; and (5) names and contact information for at least three professional references. Applications will be reviewed once all components have been received. The search will remain open until the position is filled. 

Address transcripts or application materials not submitted online to:

Human Resources

Greenville University

315 East College Avenue 

Greenville, IL 62246-0159

hr@greenville.edu 

Salary Range: $43,500.00 - $58,000.00 / Annually. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, mar