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The Charlotte and Walter Kohler, Director of Graduate Studies oversees the MBA and MS-LOD programs, including review/approve graduate applicants for admission, program assessments, faculty observations, curricular proposals, and annual reporting. The endowed position also includes responsibilities for community engagement. The teaching load is 18 credits per academic year. The successful candidate must be prepared to teach a broad range of graduate and undergraduate courses in business, leadership, and management. Courses are delivered face to face on the home campus as well as through other modalities for non-traditional students. Teaching responsibilities include LO 790 Capstone, BA 790 Corporate Strategy and Decision Making, and additional courses in economics, project management, leadership, management, general studies, and experiential learning supervision. This position also serves as an academic advisor.

This is a full-time, renewable, tenure-track position, with a twelve-month contract period. A terminal degree is required for the ranks of assistant or associate professor and for tenure. Acceptable terminal degrees are as follows: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Business (or related field), or Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A.), or Doctor of Management (D.M.). The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience teaching and working in leadership roles in an academic institution or business/industry.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, current curriculum vita, and a statement of teaching philosophy. Compensation will be commensurate with background and experience, and a comprehensive benefit program is offered. For additional information on Lakeland University, please visit our web site at https://lakeland.applicantpro.com/jobs/

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

All Lakeland University staff members are expected to:

• Demonstrate in their words and actions an appreciation for the history of Lakeland University and a commitment to its stated mission;
• Represent unequivocally in their behavior the stated values of the University;
• Be good stewards of the University's resources, including its personnel and the goodwill of its friends, its alumni, and local community; 
• Work collaboratively (as opposed to competitively) with their peers to meet objectives and achieve goals;
• Keep their supervisor appropriately informed;
• Be forthright and honest in their communication with all members of the University community;
• Treat all members in a manner of teamwork and respect;
• Acts in a manner that sets the standard for service in higher education and the core principals of Lakelanders Excelling at Professional (LEAP) - show respect, communicate and be positive;
• Advise their supervisor with respect to all matters that require their attention, including their own performance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manage and direct the MBA and MS-LOD program to include assessments, observations, and oversight. 
• Serve as the graduate programs' outreach coordinator with external businesses, leading the Business Board of Advocates.
• Teach a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in business, management, strategy, and business to students of varying ability levels in all modalities.
• Advise students as assigned.
• Supervise students in experiential learning assignments.
• Teach within and support the university's general education program.
• Hold regular office hours on a weekly basis.
• Respond in a timely manner to calls or emails from students, colleagues, or supervisors.
• Participate in institutional service opportunities as assigned.
• Use university technology as directed.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word) and database management programs.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Ability to effectively manage time and priorities.
• Ability to prioritize office workflow and make effective administrative decisions to increase efficiency, accuracy, and productivity.
• Demonstrate ability to effectively communicate with a variety of individuals. 
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrate organizational ability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to work evenings or weekends as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctor of Business Administration, Doctor of Management, or Ph.D. in Business Administration is required for rank of assistant or associate professor.
• Preference will be given to candidates qualified to teach economics, project management, or tourism and hospitality courses.
• Teaching experience is preferred.
• Three to five years of leadership experience in business, industry, or higher education.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• No or very limited exposure to physical risk;
• No or very limited physical effort required;
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment during business hours, except when off campus to meet with employers.

OTHER DUTIES

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Lakeland University does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and in the future. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.

Lakeland University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educator.