DEPARTMENT: Computer Information Science

REPORTS TO: Dean - College of Graduate and Professional Studies

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
For consideration, qualified candidates who meet the minimum qualifications submit ALL the following in ONE PACKAGE directly to the Human Resources Department, preferably by mailed hard copy.

• An application cover letter with statements of teaching philosophy and research interests
• A completed Shaw University Application Form (available through the Shaw website link below)
• A current resume or curriculum vitae
• If available, submit unofficial transcripts of graduate work from all institutions attended. Official transcripts are required if an offer of employment is made.

For consideration, a fully-completed Shaw University application is required. Therefore, do not submit documents information separately or directly through HigherEdJobs.com.

Note: Candidates selected for interview are personally responsible for any potential travel and/or relocation expenses incurred.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ph.D. in a college specific discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Five years of progressive experience including a combination of college-level teaching and administrative experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior supervisory experience.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In support of the University's established strategic goals, priorities and objectives, ensures quality-efficient educational programs and services are provided form within the assigned academic department.
• Provides effective leadership in the implementation of effective policies and procedures.
• Effectively teach courses in a college specific discipline.
• Selects and retains qualified subordinate personnel to ensure the provision of quality-efficient external/internal customer service satisfaction through ongoing support, training, supervision, coaching, counseling, and performance review.
• Provide effective overall internal organizational leadership.
• Provides effective upward communication and support; keeps immediate manager informed on operation, issues and needs on a timely basis.
• Prepares and properly submits applicable forms, memos, reports, etc. on a timely and complete basis.
• Effectively performs financial/budget-impacting responsibilities.
• Identifies needed areas of self-improvement an actively pursues appropriate means and method to increase effectiveness in those areas.
• Effectively performs assigned projects to meet desired deadlines.
• Relate to people in a manner as to win confidence, support, and understanding in the purposes, programs and fundraising goals of the University.
• Conduct effective employment interviews, make sound hiring recommendations.
• Conduct employee counseling sessions in a motivating manner, initiating disciplinary action recommendations through proper procedures, as necessary.
• Conduct effect meetings and training sessions.
• Attend official University functions.
• Abide by and ensure compliance with all departmental and University policies and procedures.

POSITION SCHEDULED: 11 month contract

FULL-TIME BENEFITS:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Subject to a background check, drug screen.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer