Lecturer II - Leadership Studies

General Description of the Position

Delaware State University Liberal and Integrated Studies program accepts applications for a well-qualified Lecturer Il for Leadership Studies. At DSU, diversity, equity, and inclusion are values central to our mission, and we recognize that diversity and inclusion in all its forms are necessary for our institutional success. The institution is committed to service learning, a high-impact practice that combines classroom instruction with meaningful volunteer service and correlates strongly to student success.

The candidate will oversee academic programming processes for the Leadership Studies program. Reporting to the Program Director, the Lecturer will teach courses (on-site) in the undergraduate leadership studies minor/certificate program; assist in supporting, supervising, and advising students; serve on program, college, and university committees as appropriate; and support recruiting and alumni relations efforts. Supervision: This position reports to the Director of the Liberal & Integrated Studies program, which serves as the academic home for the minor.

Essential Functions & Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Expertise and certification in college teaching experience in face-to-face and online formats

• Demonstrated experience teaching and developing young adult leadership in informal or formal educational settings.

• Expertise in using high-impact practices in undergraduate education, specifically experiential learning and culturalresponsive teaching

• Expertise in the use of Learning Management Systems, specifically Blackboard

• Proficiency in supervising senior research papers and experiential learning projects

• Strong interpersonal, written communication skills, and presentation skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and members of the academic community in one-on-one settings, group presentations, and in written form

• Proficiency in MS Office applications, including Microsoft TEAMS, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, and research capabilities. Experience with EAB Navigate is a plus.

Qualification Standards

• The qualified applicant should possess an earned doctorate in organizational leadership, organizational studies, leadership development, leadership curriculum,instruction, or a closely related field.

• Five or more years of demonstrated knowledge of and experience in a professional role in higher education, student, and/or academic affairs.

• Track record of supervisory experience.

• Experience in curriculum development, review, and evaluation.

EEO Statement

Delaware State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community. The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The University is committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply.

Equal opportunity employer/program'' and "auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities''.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit the Delaware State University Benefits Page and the State of Delaware benefits page.

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Do you have experience using Blackboard?

• Yes

• No

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Do you have an earned doctorate in organizational leadership, organizational studies, leadership development, leadership instruction or a closely related field?

• Yes

• No

Required Question

Agency Delaware State University

Address 1200 N. Dupont HWY

Dover, Delaware, 19901

Phone (302) 857-6261

Website https://www.desu.edu/about/administration/human-resources