Job Description

DICKINSON STATE UNIVERSITY (DSU) is a regional comprehensive institution within the North Dakota University System, whose primary role is to contribute to intellectual, social, economic, and cultural development, especially to Southwestern North Dakota. The University’s mission is to provide high quality, accessible programs; to promote excellence in teaching and learning; to support scholarly and creative activities; and to provide service relevant to the economy, health, and quality of life for the citizens of the State of North Dakota.

 

Business education has a long history at DSU. Launched in 1927 as the Commerce Division of Dickinson Normal School, the academic unit consisted of the Department of Business Administration, Department of Secretarial Arts, and Department of Commerce. In August 2017, the North Dakota State Board of Higher Education gave DSU's Department of Business and Management approval to proceed with forming a business school. The International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) accredited programs are now a part of the School of Business and Entrepreneurship (SoBE). SoBE kicked off its inaugural year by celebrating 90 years of business education at DSU and receiving over 10 national academic awards! In fall 2019, SoBE launched its highly anticipated, first master’s program in entrepreneurship.

 

DSU is looking to hire a faculty member to teach Accounting and related courses and provide expertise to the School of Business and Entrepreneurship and to related departments and programs, participates in appropriate professional development, provides service to the university, and serves as a local expert in the area of academic expertise for the citizens of western North Dakota.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in accounting or business-related field
• All academic degrees from accredited institutions
• Ability to provide exceptional teaching in the face-to-face and/or online environments
• Understanding/Mastery of accounting principles and topics
• Ability to work in a team-based environment
• Strong work ethic
• Public speaking skills
• Organization/prioritization abilities
• Experience with financial analysis
• Superior oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Confidentiality and accurate record keeping skills
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Demonstrated ability to use office equipment and programs including a fax, scanner, copier, and MS Office Suite, as well as the ability to adapt to the University systems and software

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Terminal degree in accounting or related discipline
• CPA certification
• Ability to teach finance courses in traditional and non-traditional modalities
• College teaching experience
• Knowledge in Microsoft Office, Blackboard, Starfish, and YuJa
• Ability to integrate technology in educational settings, including distance delivery technologies
• Experience with program assessment and accreditation

 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Provide instruction in the various courses offered by DSU.
  • Teaching effectiveness includes 1) teaching of assigned class loads, 2) making appropriate preparations for the semester including syllabus preparation, preparation of lecture, preparation of tests and assignments as needed/appropriate, revising course materials when needed, and providing measurable objectives for student performance, 3) act as a professional role model to students, 4) communicate effectively with students, 5) arrive at class punctually and use class time effectively, 6) stay current in field of expertise, 7) be available to and provide assistance to students, and 8) other teaching duties as assigned or noted by supervisor.
    • Physical demands include the ability to stand or otherwise be present in a classroom during class time, the ability to move to students to provide assistance in the class, and the abilities to speak and listen.
• The individual in this position is expected to participate in scholarly activities and self-improvement.
  • These activities may include, but are not limited to, 1) evaluation and selection of materials for classroom activities, 2) professional reading and/or research for self-improvement and effectiveness 3) continuing education, including experiential learning, 4) publishing in the outlets of professional organizations, 5) conference, workshop, convention and seminar attendance 6) presentations at professional conferences, workshops, conventions and/or seminars, 7) consultant work, 8) creation of new courses, and 9) review of commercial and professional curriculum materials.
    • Physical demands are as needed to carry out the given task, but are not excessive and are largely controlled by the employee.
• The individual in this position is expected to make on-campus and off-campus contributions to the university.
  • Activities in this category may include but are not limited to 1) academic advising of students, 2) writing recommendations and assisting with job placement, 3) recruiting, 4) raising funds, 5) serving on committees and/or faculty senate, 6) conducting and/or assisting at clinics, workshops, camps, etc., 7) teaching for continuing education, 8) attending university functions, 9) advising student organizations, 10) grant writing, 11) community involvement, and 12) volunteering in the community.
    • Physical demands are as needed to carry out the given task, but are not excessive and are largely controlled by the employee.

 

COMPENSATION PACKAGE:

• Salary range of $50,000-55,000/annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive fringe benefits, including, but not limited to:
  • 100% employer-paid health insurance (family or single coverage)
  • TIAA retirement
  • Tuition waiver benefits
  • Possible eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program with the US Department of Education.

View https://www.dickinsonstate.edu/about/employment/ for information on the above and other benefits offered.

 

MAIN OFFICE/WORKING LOCATION: Dickinson, ND

 

STARTING DATE: August 14, 2023

 

POSITION DETAILS:

• 2000 Academic (Rank dependent upon education and/or experience)
• 9-month term (approximately August 16-May 15)
• Full-time (100%)
• Exempt from FLSA Overtime
• Benefitted

 

DISCLAIMER CLAUSE:

This job announcement is not intended, and should not be construed, to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential to making fair pay decisions and determining job performance.

 

For more information about the position, contact the direct supervisor Acting Department Chair Dr. Lori Hauf

 

PREFERENCE DATE: May 18, 2023

 

APPLICATION INFORMATION: Applications received by the preference date will be given first consideration, the position will remain open until filled.

• Complete the online application at https://dickinsonstate.edu/jobopenings/postings.aspx
• Provide three (3) references contact information
• Upload a letter of application/cover letter
• Upload a curriculum vitae
• Upload graduate transcripts
• Upload copies of most current teaching evaluation (students, peers, etc.)
• Upload a Philosophy of Teaching (optional)
• Upload a Research Statement (optional)

 

Applicants should fully describe qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the qualifications and responsibilities listed above as minimum/required/preferred because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Only applicants who appear best qualified based on this review will be contacted for an interview. The submission of all required materials by the preference date is the responsibility of the applicant. (Note: incomplete applications may not be considered).

 

Unofficial, or copies of official, transcripts are acceptable at the time of inquiry, but official transcripts will be required if hired. If you need to order transcripts you can have them emailed to DSU.HR@dickinsonstate.edu, faxed to 701-483-2574, or mailed DSU Human Resources, 291 Campus Drive, Dickinson, ND 58601.

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