Wayne State College is seeking a Business and Economics (Marketing and Management) Faculty Member.
This is an
On-Campus
Position.
Desired start date is 2026 Fall Semester.
This is a Tenure Track Position.
Nature of
Work: Responsible for providing instruction in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the College.
Examples of Work
Performed:
1. Contribute to students’ academic growth and development, which includes all of the
following.
A. Teaching, which
includes but is not limited to the following:
- Have knowledge of and enthusiasm for the
subject - Maintain competence
in the assigned field of specialization and exhibit professional competence in the classroom, studio
or laboratory - Maintain a
classroom environment conducive to learning - Maintain respect for the student and the student’s
posture as a learner -
Organize course and subject matter to acquaint all students with the course requirements including specific
objectives, and methods of
evaluation - Organize course presentations through short-term and long-range outcomes
- Present
abstract ideas and theories
clearly - Conduct classroom presentations and activities utilizing methods appropriate to reach students
of varying
educational/experiential backgrounds and learning styles - Actively engage students in lectures, discussions or
laboratories - Coordinate handouts, video and/or online materials and/or articles to update course content
- Incorporate new
methodologies in
teaching and technology into classes - Encourage student to think for themselves
- Be flexible and
innovative with teaching
styles and approaches, as appropriate to the class - Be reliable in meeting scheduled responsibilities
- Be accessible to
students; post and maintain office hours - Provide regular and timely assessment of student progress
-
Be fair in
examinations and grading - Participate in program assessment and catalog revisions
- Periodically evaluate and
develop new
courses, where necessary, revise and update existing courses to maintain relevant and current content. - Participate in
program
review and updating requirements
B. Advising students, which includes but is not limited to the following:
- Be
knowledgeable about college policies and program requirements - Help students plan programs of study
- Provide
students with
advice on academic issues and career counseling, tutoring, and other academic support resources - Assist in the
development,
implementation, and assessment of the departmental enrollment management plan, including serving directly in student
recruitment, retention,
and success strategies - Schedule and maintain availability for student advising
- Establish and
maintain timely
communication with advisees - Provide leadership and supervision for student organizations and activities
2.
Professional achievement and continual preparation and study through scholarly and creative activity will vary according to the field,
examples of which may include the following:
- A. Participate in academic organizations related to teaching assignment
-
B. Give scholarly presentations, workshops or performances - C. Produce scholarly materials such as original or applied research,
manuscripts, articles, book reviews, musical arrangements, or works of art - D. Engage in appropriate professional development to
enhance performance as faculty member - E. Seek external funding through approved grant and contract work related to discipline, as
appropriate and assigned - F. Provide evidence of achievement within and significance of contributions to field
- G. Provide
evidence of quality and originality of thought or work and breadth and depth of perspective - H. Be willing and able to continue
individual development and professional productivity as a member of the faculty.
3. Professional services rendered outside the
academic discipline in ways other than teaching that contribute to the work of the College vary from individual to individual. Service to
the college and community, and profession related to the professional assignment includes the following:
- A. Participate in
campus and community presentations - B. Serve on discipline, department, school, and campus-wide committees and initiatives
- C. Take an active role in discipline, departmental, and school accreditation and reaccreditation activities, as appropriate and as
assigned - D. Periodically evaluate and develop new courses, where necessary, consistent with the role and mission of the
institution, school and department - E. Sponsor student organizations, as appropriate and assigned, and participate in student-based
activities - F. Provide leadership in professional organizations and/or good citizenship in the community at large
- G.
Foster and sustain collegial relations with campus, community and profession
Secondary Duties:
- Other duties as
assigned by Dean
Required Qualifications:
Education:
- Master’s Degree required in business,
marketing, management or a related field; Earned Doctorate required for tenure within 6 years of employment at WSC.
The
successful applicant should be able to teach courses in marketing and management.
Wayne State College serves as a model of success
for regional public higher education. Investments in infrastructure and facilities, expanded academic programs and partnerships, a
whole-campus approach to recruitment and retention, and a commitment to strategic planning position the College as a strong member of the
Nebraska State College System. More than 4,500 students rely on Wayne State for access to graduate and undergraduate degree programs in more
than 130 programs of study each year, a role the College has proudly filled since its founding in 1891. Our goals are clear: continually
improve retention and graduation rates, provide high-quality academic programs and campus facilities, support workforce and economic
development in the region, maintain affordability and access, and manage resources for sustainability. We invite qualified applicants to
join us in our important work.
The Nebraska State Colleges are equal opportunity institutions and prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment. Each College has designated an individual to coordinate the Colleges’ non-discrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Compliance Coordinators assigned at each College and identified on each College website.