Faculty - Political Science (9-Month Tenure-Track)

Course and Curriculum Development:  

• Select texts, supplemental documents, supplies, and other learning resources, including Open Educational Resources (OER); develop supplemental instructional materials; use current technology in preparation, creation, and delivery of instruction 

• Create and revise courses and/or curricula as needed; maintain updated course syllabi   

Professional Growth:  

• Remain current within field of assigned instruction, related occupational areas and technologies 

• Acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials 

• Attend scheduled college, divisional, professional development and in-service activities, and participate in annual faculty evaluation process  

Service to Students:  

• Respect the rights of students and access to educational opportunities 

• Assist in recruitment, selection, orientation and evaluation of potential students 

• Assist in formal and informal placement activities for employment and/or transfer to four-year institutions 

• Support student activities  

Service to the College and Community:  

• Assist in recruitment and selection of college personnel as assigned 

• Participate in accreditation, assessment, and performance funding processes 

• Support and participate in college/division/department committees, organizations and/or task forces to make recommendations in the College's decision-making processes 

• Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues 

• Strengthen relationships between the College and the community through community outreach activities 

Academic Advising 

• Support Academic Advising Center 

• Stay current with the relevant Tennessee Transfer Pathways 

• Participate in regular reviews of relevant Tennessee Transfer Pathways 

• Assist with college-wide advising as needed  

Holistic Student Support 

• Familiarity with holistic support for students outside the classroom. These supports include Admissions and Records, Enrollment Service Center, High School Programs, Recruiting and Orientation, Career Services, Student Support Center, Tutoring Services, Student Conduct, Student Life, Multicultural and International Services, Adult Student Services, and the Center for Access and Disability Services 

• Ensure that services and activities promote accessibility and reflect equity-minded practices 

• Structure student experiences to ensure equity, belongingness, accessibility, and relevance in academic, student life, and co-curricular activities 

• Promotes, supports, and participates in student recruitment and retention efforts 

Fiscal Stewardship 

• Supports the responsible fiscal stewardship of the funds allocated to the Political Science Department within the Social and Behavioral Sciences Division 

Organizational Culture and Inclusive Practices 

• Embraces and promotes the College's goals related to organizational culture and belongingness and supports the Social and Behavioral Sciences Division's efforts to utilize best practices to provide equity-minded services and support for students, faculty, and staff 

• Maintains an office environment that is open, inviting, and professional 

Perform other job-related duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Must possess a Master's degree in Political Science from a regionally accredited institution or Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Political Science 

Preferred Qualifications: 

Doctoral degree in Political Science preferred. Preference for candidates with previous community college teaching experience and experience working with diverse populations. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND WORK CHARACTERISTICS 

• Maintains a comprehensive grasp on the particular area(s) of academic study 

• Exhibits a commitment to promoting academic excellence in students 

• Demonstrates a high level of self-discipline and self-motivation 

• Exudes a positive, supportive, and cooperative disposition towards others 

• Demonstrates punctuality and is detailed-oriented with a demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks 

• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences in verbal and written form 

• Knowledge of, or willingness to learn about, equity-minded principles and practices related to supporting students  

Projected Salary Range: 

Commensurate with experience and according to salary guidelines of the Tennessee Board of Regents 

**All applicant submissions must include a cover letter, CV/Resume, and Unofficial Transcript attachments** 

Open Until Filled:Yes