Concrete Industry Management Program Director

Posting Information

Posting Information

Position Title

Concrete Industry Management Program Director

Job Posting Number

20231NTL

Job Location

San Marcos

College

College of Science and Engineering

Department/School

Department of Engineering Technology

Position Description

The Concrete Industry Management ( CIM ) program in the Department of Engineering Technology at Texas State University seeks candidates for Faculty of Practice as Associate Professor or Professor of Practice to serve as Program Director. The candidate selected to fill this position will be responsible for program leadership and associated administrative functions, in addition to teaching undergraduate courses. This is a 12-month position.

This innovative program draws from the areas of construction management, business management, civil engineering, and concrete production and practice. The department also offers undergraduate degrees in construction science and management, and engineering technology, and Master of Science degrees in engineering management and construction management.

The selected candidate will serve as Program Director for the CIM program. The director is the key departmental representative to the local and national concrete industry, the CIM National Steering Committee, and CIM programs at other universities. The director’s responsibilities also include travel with students and other faculty to various professional conferences, trade shows, and student competitions at the regional and national levels. The director leads program development, directs student recruitment efforts, engages industry partners, coordinates curriculum initiatives, conducts learning outcomes assessment, leads accreditation efforts, and provides administrative support to the department chair. The director is expected to be an excellent instructor and to teach undergraduate courses in the CIM program and related courses in the department. Other responsibilities include engagement in departmental and university service activities. All positions are subject to availability of funds.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a closely related field. An additional three years of industry experience over those listed below may be used in lieu of a Master’s degree.
• A minimum of 10 years professional experience in the concrete and/or construction industry.
• An undergraduate degree in construction management from an ACCE or ABET accredited program, in civil engineering from an ABET accredited program, or a business related undergraduate degree from an AACSB accredited program.
• Record of professional publications and presentations.
• Demonstrated leadership roles in concrete and/or construction industry related professional organizations.
• Excellent English speaking and writing skills.

In addition, for the Professor of Practice Rank:

• Recognition by peers for professional contributions.

To be considered for the rank of Associate Professor or Professor of Practice, the candidate must meet the requirements for those ranks at Texas State University.

Preferred Qualifications

• An earned doctoral degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a closely related field.
• A record of teaching with an emphasis in hands-on, experiential, laboratory learning

Application Procedures

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered, https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/38979 .

To ensure full consideration, please submit the materials listed below before July 29, 2022: a letter of intent, resume or curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and the contact information for three references.

Candidate selection will begin July 29, 2022, and will continue until the position is filled.

Selected candidates for interview will be required to provide transcripts from all degree granting universities.

Type of Position

Full-Time

Proposed Start Date

Fall 2022

Posting Date

07/21/2022

Evaluation of Applications Begins

Full Consideration Date

07/29/2022

Close Date

Open Until Filled?

Yes

EEO/AA Statement

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contact Faculty and Academic Resources for assistance at FacHiringFR@txstate.edu . A representative from Faculty and Academic Resources will respond to you as soon as is possible.

Record Checks and Verifications

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Eligibility for Employment

Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.

Tobacco-Free Campus

Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.

Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines and a spirit of inclusiveness, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.

Quick Link
https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/38979

Special Instructions Summary

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
4. List of References

Optional Documents

1. Licensure
2. Certifications
3. Additional Document
4. DD 214/DD1300
5. Veteran's Preference

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please select the rank you are applying for.
   • Professor of Practice
   • Associate Professor of Practice
2. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Diverse Issues in Higher Education
   • InsightintoDiversity.com
   • Texas Workforce Commission-Work in Texas
   • Colleague, friend, and/or personal referral
   • Other (Please Specify in follow up question below)
3. * Please Specify: (enter 'NA' if not applicable)
   
   (Open Ended Question)