Position Details
Classification Information
Position Classification Title
FLSA
Exempt
Position Class (Extract From Banner or PA)
80090
EPA Position Type
JCAT
Position Overview
Primary Purpose of the Position
The purpose of this position is to support the launch and growth of the
ONLINE Master of Public Health (MPH) program at Winston-Salem State University through excellence in graduate teaching, scholarship, and service that prepares diverse students to lead in public health practice, advance health equity, and strengthen emergency preparedness, response, and recovery in communities and organizations.
Position Information
Working Position Title
Public Health-Graduate-Assistant/Associate Professor in Emergency Planning and Disaster Management (9-month Tenure Track)
Building and Room No.
Elva J Jones Computer Science Bldg
3rd Floor
Appointment Type
Permanent Full-Time
If Time Limited.
No
Appointment Length.
Position Number
004340
Requirements and Preferences
Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies
No
Normal Work Schedule
This is an
ONLINE program that utilizes the synchronous teaching format. Graduate courses may include Monday through Friday 8 am-5 pm, evening hours, and/or Saturdays.
Department Required Skills
- Earned doctorate (PhD, DrPH, or equivalent) in public health, emergency management, disaster science, or closely related field from an accredited institution by the position start dated.
- Minimum of three years of professional experience in emergency planning, disaster management, emergency preparedness, or closely related field.
- Demonstrated expertise in emergency management principles, including planning, mitigation, response, and recovery.
- Knowledge of national preparedness frameworks, including he National Incident Management System (NIMS), Incident Command System (ICS), and National Preparedness Goals.
- Evidence of or strong potential for teaching excellence at the graduate level.
- Evidence of scholarly productivity or clear potential for developing an active research program.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations and multidisciplinary teams.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
- Master of Public Health (MPH) or Master of Science in Public Health degree.
- Experience teaching graduate-level courses in emergency management, disaster preparedness, or public health emergency response.
- Record of peer-reviewed publications in emergency preparedness or disaster management.
- Experience with CEPH accreditation processes and standards.
- Professional certifications such as Certified Emergency Manager (CEM), Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES), or equivalent.
- Track record of successful grant acquisition from federal or state agencies.
- Experience with community-based participatory research or community engagement in emergency preparedness.
- Expertise in one or more specialized area: pandemic preparedness, climate-related disasters, health equity in emergencies, risk communication, vulnerable populations, disaster behavior health, or emergency response to mass causality incidents.
- Knowledge of North Carolina emergency management systems and public health infrastructure.
- Experience working with underserved or vulnerable populations in disaster context.
Required License or Certification
Valid US Driver's License
Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required
No
Physical Required
No
List any other medical/drug tests required