Job Description

This position will teach masters and doctoral level courses in the higher education leadership and student affairs program. Serve as a major advisor, member, or method specialist on master's thesis and doctoral dissertation committees. Develop or maintain a research and scholarship agenda. Recruit, advise, and mentor graduate students. Work effectively with colleagues across disciplines. Assist in program operation and planning. Participation in service activities. Perform other duties as requested.

This position reports to the Dean of the College of Education and Learning Design and serves as a member of the Educational Leadership, Higher Education, and Student Development department. This position works collaboratively with other faculty and staff to advance the strategic mission of the College of Education and Learning Design and Saint Cloud State University.

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned Doctorate in Higher Education or related fields from accredited institution by date of appointment

• Ability to serve as major advisor on master's thesis and doctoral dissertation committees

• Evidence of potential for success in 1) teaching online at the graduate level; 2) establishing/maintaining a research and publication agenda; 3) participating in professional and scholarly associations; and 4) advising and mentoring master's and doctoral students

• Evidence of demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualification 

• Successful leadership experience in higher education.

• Ability to serve as method specialist on master's thesis and doctoral dissertation committees.

• Evidence of experience and academic expertise in one or more of the following areas: organization and administration; law; college students; student affairs; school and community partnerships; assessment and institutional effectiveness.

• Experience teaching online.

• Experience in and ability to work independently and in an online environment.

Other Requirements

Please note that successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment. Eligibility includes being a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship. Employees must maintain work authorization without sponsorship for the duration of their appointment.

Required Documents to Apply

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• Unofficial Transcripts

Position Information  

Appointment Type: Probationary/Tenure Track  

Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications 

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Varies

About

The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State's commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU's It's Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system's Equity 2030 initiative. SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community. 

Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: https://www.ifo.org/

St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Interim Title IX coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Judith Siminoe. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121 

About St. Cloud State University

St. Cloud State prepares students for life, work and citizenship in the 21st century. In our rigorous academic programs, students apply their knowledge in real-world settings. Our 200 academic programs, 60 graduate degrees and education abroad choices on six continents emphasize hands-on learning through community engagement and close interaction with professors. Couple that with support from the Career Services Center and you have a clear path to a career. Our 100-acre campus is between downtown St. Cloud and the Beaver Islands, a group of more than 30 islands that form a natural maze for a two-mile stretch of the Mississippi River.

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