Center Director - Public Administration/(Faculty Rank TBD) - 991668

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Primary Purpose:

Guided by the mission of NSU and the Huizenga College, faculty will maintain academic qualifications in the teaching discipline consistent with SACS, AACSB, NASPAA and IACBE. During a period consisting of a twelve (12) months, faculty will teach a course load as approved and assigned by the Dean. The Director of the Center for Public Service Innovation and Research provides academic support and department flexibility.

Job Category: Exempt

Hiring Range: 

Pay Basis:  Annually

Subject to Grant Funding? No  

Essential Job Functions: 

FACULTY DUTIES:

1. Teaches appropriate related courses per validated academic credentials and area of expertise at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels. Includes the selection and preparation of class materials which are relevant and informative, using computer technology as appropriate.

2. Achieves qualified (SA) Scholarly Academic status per AACSB Guidelines. If currently qualified, this status must be maintained.

3. Maintains academic proficiency in the teaching discipline by demonstrating scholarly interests and giving evidence of an active scholarly life. Standards in this area can be found in the NSU Faculty Handbook and the Huizenga Faculty Handbook. Reasonable progress must be demonstrated at all times and is subject to review by the Dean or his designee.

4. As requested, supervise other instructional activities whereby the faculty member's knowledge and expertise is of benefit to the faculty members of the course being supervised and the students being taught in the supervised course.

5. As requested and necessary in the teaching discipline, write new courses and curricula; develop and/or enhance curricular innovations to include instructional technologies; and supervise doctoral closures, master's projects, directed independent studies, experiential projects, etc.

6. Provides service to the Huizenga College and University by preparing accreditation documents and/or serving on accreditation teams; reviewing colleagues' journal articles; providing leadership in professional and academic associations; assisting in the recruitment of new faculty; assisting in the recruitment and retention of quality students; serving on Huizenga School and University committees and task forces; engaging in interactions with, and providing guidance to, student organizations; and participating in Internship programs.

7. Creates a positive and conducive learning environment for students.

8. Provides coaching, mentoring, and guidance to students. This may include the posting of and adherence to office hours.

9. Submits annually a portfolio of accomplishments to the Dean for the purpose of demonstrating faculty development and continuous improvement.

10. Adaptability to teach courses at the discretion of the Dean.

CENTER DIRECTOR DUTIES:

1. Works with the Executive Director of Graduate Admissions to create a branding campaign to gain national visibility for the Public Administration Programs.

2. Works with college faculty and department chair to ensure that both academic curricula and co-curricula activities remain both current and innovative.

3. Publishes in relevant academic journals.

4. Oversees the Doctor of Public Administration Program.

5. Generates recognition for the Doctor of Public Administration Program by participating in national academic and professional conferences.

6. Recruits qualified adjunct faculty.

7. Participates in Alumni Association events.

8. Travels locally, nationally, or internationally for the purpose of teaching and other academic activities.

9. Secures extramural funding through contracts, grants, continuing education trainings, projects, etc.

10. Develops partnerships with local governments to support experiential learning, trainings, projects, etc.

11. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Job Requirements: 

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 1. Knowledge of current entrepreneurship concepts and practices, must have ability to organize activities and meet deadlines, ability to work with faculty across multiple disciplines, ability to review, understand, and apply concepts presented in training programs, conferences, and/or professional literature.

2. Ability to work collegially and cooperatively with other faculty, administration, students, and others.

Required Certifications/Licensures: 

Required Education: Doctoral Degree

Major (if required: 

Required Experience: 1. One (1) - two (2) years experience in managing specialized programs.

2. Experience in business or industry in an entrepreneurial environment.

3. Experience teaching in a university setting.

Preferred Qualifications: 

1. Five years of teaching experience.
2. Experience writing contract proposals, grants, foundation proposals, service agreements, etc., with emphasis on working with public organizations.

Is this a safety sensitive position? No  

Background Screening Required?  No  

Pre-Employment Conditions: 

Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.