Instructor at University of South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina

Job Description:

Instructor



University of South Carolina




Department: CAS Political Science



Advertised Salary Range: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.



Part/Full Time: Full Time



About UofSC






Diversity Statement






Advertised Job Summary


The Department of Political Science at the University of South Carolina seeks applications for a full-time, nine-month Professor of Practice position in Public Administration, to begin August 16, 2024. The appointee will develop and teach courses for the Master of Public Administration (MPA) Program and possibly undergraduate levels. The ability to teach courses in human resource management is a plus. In coordination with the MPA Program Director, the appointee will run the MPA internship program, develop and implement an MPA student recruitment strategy, collect and manage data to improve program performance, manage program compliance with NASPAA accreditation standards, and participate in day-to-day program management. This is an annual appointment that may be renewed contingent upon Dean's approval, satisfactory performance, departmental needs, and the availability of funding.



Required Education and Experience


Master’s degree in public administration or a related field, plus multiple years of relevant experience consistent with academic policy for faculty rank, by the start date of appointment.



Preferred Qualifications


We seek candidates who will bring substantial practical experience in local, state, and/or federal government administration to the position. The application should detail the nature of that experience and how the candidate believes the experience can contribute to (1) the education of future public affairs professionals, and (2) the management/administration within the MPA program.



Job Close Date






Special Instructions to Applicant


Applicants must submit a cover letter; curriculum vitae; statement of teaching interests and teaching philosophy; and contact information (including telephone number and email address) for three references. References will be contacted directly for letters of recommendation (which must be submitted with the reference’s signature). The position will remain open until filled, and the search committee will begin reviewing applications on March 29, 2024. All applicants must fill out an online application at USC Jobs: https://uscjobs.sc.edu


Please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Carla Flink (flinkc@mailbox.sc.edu) with any questions. Information regarding the Department of Political Science can be found at the department’s website: http://artsandsciences.sc.edu/poli/welcome.







To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/165285





EEO Statement


The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.















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