Assistant Professor of Public Administration

Assistant Professor of Public Administration

Job ID: 228228

About Us

Welcome to Georgia College's employment website, and thank you for your interest in employment at our university. Georgia College is an integral part of our local and neighboring communities and we are seeking candidates who share that commitment and want to support our mission. Our university team is comprised of faculty and staff professionals who are dedicated to continuing to move Georgia College forward as a nationally preeminent public liberal arts university. Georgia College is located in Milledgeville, a charming town less than a two-hour drive from Atlanta. As you take the time to learn more about our university, we hope you enjoy it as much as we do. We invite you to review the current employment opportunities that are available at Georgia College.

In keeping with the University's mission, we especially encourage applicants who will further our goal of cultural, ethnic, racial, and gender diversity.

Job Summary

The position requires teaching core public administration courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, through different modalities, including face-to-face and online. Since our program maintains national accreditation, qualified applicants should have a clear interest and ability to contribute to academic program administration and accreditation processes. A doctoral degree in public affairs, public administration, or a related field by the date of appointment is required.  All Georgia College faculty share the responsibility of teaching our core curriculum and providing foundation courses for majors and non-majors alike. To carry out our public liberal arts mission, we seek faculty with the desire and ability to engage students as they launch their intellectual journey.    Candidates will also be expected to maintain an active research agenda and engage in departmental and university service.

Successful candidates will be able to work collegiality and effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds. In keeping with the University's mission, we especially encourage applicants who will further our goal of cultural, ethnic, racial, and gender diversity.

Responsibilities

Faculty - Teaching/Instructing - 50
Teaching Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the discipline and contribute to the core curriculum as defined in the position description
• Mentor students

Faculty - Professional Development - 25
Faculty are expected to conduct research and develop within the profession. The following represents some research and professional development possibilities:

• Publications in refereed journals
• Presentations at professional meetings
• Grant applications
• Membership and participation in professional organizations

Faculty - Service - 25
Examples include the following:

• Department, college, and university committee memberships and offices
• Programs directed and advised
• Participation in special programs or projects
• Consulting work
• Service to the profession
• Membership and participation in community organizations
• Other significant services to the institution and community

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Applicants must have a doctoral degree in public administration or a closely related field by the date of appointment, but we will consider exceptional candidates who are ABD (must complete Ph.D. within the first year of appointment). Candidates should have demonstrated evidence of research publications, and the potential for program development and grant writing ability, with clear leadership potential in each of these areas being an asset.

Must meet SACSCOC accreditation requirements stated in C.S. 3.7.1 (www.sacscoc.org (faculty credentials))

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience
Hiring preference will be given to faculty who demonstrate an understanding of Georgia College's mission and who are enthusiastic about working closely with high-achieving students within an academic community dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through learning and scholarship. Prior teaching experience at the University level is expected.

Evidence of methodological innovation and creative teaching strategies is highly desirable. In keeping with the University's mission we especially encourage applicants who will further our goal of cultural, ethnic, racial, and gender diversity.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge and ability to convey current philosophies, practices and theories related to the academic discipline.

SKILLS
Strong communication skills.
Disciplinary expertise
Pedagogical expertise
Commitment to the profession

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia College is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every prospective and current employee and strives to create a campus environment which understands, fosters, and embraces the value of diversity. No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, be excluded from employment or participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination, under any program or activity conducted by Georgia College.

Special Applicant Instructions

Job Posting will close on September 30, 2021.

GC&SU is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action institution, with a commitment to cultural, racial, and ethnic communities. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. It is expected that successful candidates share in this commitment. For more information, please visit our web page at www.gcsu.edu.