Colonel Richard R. Hallock Distinguished University Chair in Military History

Colonel Richard R. Hallock Distinguished University Chair in Military History

Job ID: 237006
Location: Columbus State University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us
Founded in 1958, Columbus State University, with an enrollment of over 8,000 students, is part of the University System of Georgia. CSU offers more than 70 programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels and is ranked among the top public regional universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Columbus, located 100 miles southwest of Atlanta and the second-largest city in Georgia, is recognized as a vibrant and contemporary cultural community - https://visitcolumbusga.com.

Columbus State University has a nationally recognized track record of partnership and outreach through efforts such as the Cunningham Center for Leadership Development, Coca-Cola Space Science Center, Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center, and its own residence - the Spencer House - in Oxford, England. The University has two primary campus locations in Columbus, Georgia: the original campus on 150 acres in midtown Columbus and a beautiful campus in historic downtown Columbus overlooking the Chattahoochee River. The Columbus region, with more than 350,000 residents, is home to world-class enterprises such as Aflac, Synovus, W.C. Bradley Company, TSYS and Ft. Benning, the U.S. Army's Maneuver Center of Excellence headquarters. For additional information about the University visit our website at www.ColumbusState.edu.

Inclusion is one of Columbus State University's core values. The 2018-2023 Strategic Plan specifically states that we will work “to attain a level of diversity among faculty and staff that more closely reflects the student population.” The range of diverse students at CSU is reflected by ourdiverse student organizations, including Collegiate 100 Men of CSU, Collegiate Women of Columbus State University, Minority Association of Premedical/Prehealth Students, Pride +, CHispA, and others.

Job Summary
The Department of History and Geography at Columbus State University seeks applications for the Colonel Richard R. Hallock Distinguished University Chair in Military History. The successful candidate should have a record of excellence in university teaching and scholarship sufficient to warrant appointment at the rank of associate or full professor. In addition to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, the Hallock Chair will further develop the department's program in military history, collaborate with local institutions, expand community programming, develop internships, and strengthen student research opportunities. Specialization within the field of military history is open. The start date for this position is August 1, 2022.

The College of Letters and Sciences values cultural and intellectual diversity, and continually strives to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment. We are especially interested in applicants who can strengthen the diversity of the academic community.

Responsibilities
Significant responsibilities include, but are not limited to, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Military History each fall and spring semester (2/2 teaching load); mentoring and advising students; offering at least one section of Introduction to U.S. Military History each year; cultivating partnerships with local institutions, like Fort Benning, the National Infantry Museum, and the National Civil War Naval Museum; and planning and organizing the Hallock Lecture Series in the fall and spring.

Required Qualifications
Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D in Military History, a national reputation as a scholar in Military History, outstanding skills in communication, and the ability to engage n collegial collaborative activities on campus and throughout the community. The successful candidate will also foster an environment of professionalism and collaboration, work continuously to improve history education, and engage in practices that support the University's focus on student engagement and active learning.

Required Documents to Attach

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Current Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Recent sample of scholarly work
• Three letters of recommendation (Send to Dr. Gary Sprayberry at sprayberry_gary@columbusstate.edu)

All applications and required documents must be submitted using Columbus State University's online employment site and a complete packet must be submitted for full consideration. Review of applications will begin February 15, 2022.

Contact Information
If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Gary Sprayberry at sprayberry_gary@columbusstate.edu.

Conditions of Employment
Successful completion of a criminal background investigation and legal authorization to work in the US prior to employment is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Columbus State University is committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a sense of belongingness for a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. It is the policy of Columbus State University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.



To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=30000&JobOpeningId=237006&PostingSeq=1


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