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Chairperson of the Department of Marketing

Employer
Ball State University
Location
Indiana, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Jul 6, 2021

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Job Details

Posting Details

Position Title

Chairperson of the Department of Marketing

Additional Information

The Department of Marketing in the Miller College of Business at Ball State University is seeking an experienced, senior-level professional to chair the Department. Candidate will possess a balanced record of teaching, administrative experience, service, and scholarship appropriate for tenured appointment at full or associate professor academic rank. The department chair reports to the Bryan Dean of the Miller College and is responsible for managing the academic, operational, personnel, budgetary, and student activities within the Department. The ideal candidate will be a tenurable scholar and experienced administrator capable of advocating for the Department and effectively mentoring junior faculty. This individual will exhibit innovativeness in identifying opportunities and expanding relationships that will position our Department as a partner and source of professional expertise on campus and externally with our alumni, businesses, and community stakeholders. This position offers an opportunity to work with energetic and collegial faculty and staff, and align with current university and college strategic priorities, including growing the graduate program and developing executive education programs. Prospective start date is July 2022.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

At Ball State University, Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.

Benefits and Community

https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/benefits-and-community/professional-staff

Relocation

https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/working-at-ball-state/relocation

FLSA

Administrative Exemption

Hrs/Week

40

Length of Assignment

Fiscal Year - FT Continuing Contract

Position Function

Serve as chairperson of the department; teach 9 hours during academic year; conduct scholarly research; and perform service.

Minimum Education

PhD or DBA in Marketing or a closely related business discipline from an AACSB accredited graduate program.

Minimum Experience

Minimum of five years of tenure-line faculty service and two years of administrative experience which includes, but is not limited to, course scheduling, faculty recruiting and mentoring, preparation of promotion and tenure documents, management of a department advisory board, service on college level committees, management of a departmental budget, curriculum management and faculty performance assessment.

Minimum Other

Evidence of leadership and communication skills; evidence of effective team building skills. Scholarship record commensurate with appointment at senior-level academic rank.

Authorization to work in the US

Employer will consider sponsorship.

Preferred Education

Preferred Experience

At least ten years of experience in a tenure-line academic position at an AACSB accredited institution and a minimum of three years of administrative experience in higher education or equivalent.

Preferred Other

Skills in short and long-range strategic planning; demonstrated skills in hiring, supervising, evaluating, and promoting faculty and staff; demonstrates commitment to diversity and fund raising.

Pre-Employment Screening

Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

Position Title(s) Supervised

Faculty, Administrative Coordinator, Outreach Coordinator, and Center for Professional Selling.

Required Certifications

EEO Statement

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

About Ball State University

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

Department

MCOB Deans Office:300010

Department Information

Salary available is $165,000-$195,000.

Department Email or Phone Number

285-9533

Duties & Responsibilities

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1

Job Duty

Serve as the department’s primary spokesperson and representative to the college, university, and external community.

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2

Job Duty

Provide leadership in the development and evaluation of academic programs and curriculum within the department.

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3

Job Duty

Engage in short-and-long range planning for the department, In cooperation with the faculty

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4

Job Duty

Assign faculty load.

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5

Job Duty

Act as fiscal agent for the department and allocate funds and resources in a manner designed to achieve excellence.

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6

Job Duty

Support excellence in departmental teaching, scholarship, and service.

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7

Job Duty

Monitor departmental advising, including policies and written materials.

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8

Job Duty

Provide supervision of academic programs, faculty, staff and management of the department office, (e.g. supervision of promotion and tenure, departmental appeals, committee assignments, etc.)

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9

Job Duty

Assign and review work, orient and train staff, and make recommendations in all areas related to supervision, including but not limited to interviewing and selection, compensation, discipline, performance appraisal, and training and career development of personnel.

Ranking

10

Job Duty

Teach 9 hours annually. Remain academically qualified as per Miller College of Business policy and ensure department compliance with AACSB accreditation standards.

Ranking

11

Job Duty

Keep abreast of recent scholarly developments in disciplines and incorporate new learning into teaching. Conduct scholarly research and publish results of research in leading academic and professional publications.
marketing and professional selling

Ranking

12

Job Duty

Actively contribute professional service to the Department of Marketing, the Miller College of Business, Ball State University, and the surrounding community.

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13

Job Duty

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Posting Number

202100754P

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

07/01/2022

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

07/06/2021

Applications Accepted Through Date

11/06/2021

Open Until Filled

No

Information regarding transcripts

The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Special Instructions Summary

In the Applicant Documents section of this application, please provide a statement describing how you would contribute to the development of a diverse and inclusive learning community at Ball State University through your teaching, research, and/or service.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. Inclusive Excellence Statement
Optional Documents
  1. Doctorate Transcripts


Company

Ball State

Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students

Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.

 

We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!

The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay. 

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