Adjunct Instructor 1 - Accountancy

Ferris State University

United States, Michigan, Big Rapids

1201 South State Street (Show on map)

Sep 27, 2024

Position Title:	Adjunct Instructor 1- Accountancy
Location:	Big Rapids (Main Campus)
Department:	34200 - Accountancy Finance & Info Systems
Advertised Salary:	Salary commensurate with qualifications pursuant to the FSU and FNTFO/AFT Agreement
FLSA:	Exempt
Temporary/Continuing:	Temporary
Part-Time/Full-Time:	Part-Time
Union Group:	N/A
Term of Position:	As Needed
At Will/Just Cause:	At Will
Summary of Position:	Teach undergraduate accounting courses. Faculty are expected to assess student learning outcomes for their courses and actively participate in program assessment activities under the guidance of tenured/tenure-track faculty. This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to teach classes on a semester-by-semester basis. This posting is being used for face to face and/or online instruction. However, the candidate selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment. The anticipated start date of this position is August of 2023 at the earliest and January of 2024 at the latest.
Position Type:	Faculty - Temporary & Continuing
Required Education:	Master's degree in business with an undergraduate degree in accounting OR a Master's degree in accounting.
Required Work Experience:	Minimum of five years relevant in-field (non-teaching).
Required Licenses and Certifications:	Certifications in specific areas such as CPA or CMA.
Physical Demands:	Office Environment Sitting Repetitive Movement Standing
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:	Teaching experience is preferred.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:	Part-time teaching and related responsibilities; utilizing face-to-face, blended and/or online modes of delivery; delivery on or off campus; assuring/improving learning through assessment; close consultation with program faculty, as well as training via the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning. Any other duties assigned within the position classification area. Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members. Faculty members also have professional responsibilities which may include but are not limited to: keeping regular posted office hours (which are scheduled at times convenient for students), and participation in traditional functions which have academic significance (ex. reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time). Faculty may be required to teach off-campus or in an on-line environment.
Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:	Part-time teaching and related responsibilities; utilizing face-to-face, blended and/or online modes of delivery; delivery on or off campus; assuring/improving learning through assessment; close consultation with program faculty, as well as training via the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning.
Skills and Abilities:	Demonstrated commitment, experience and understanding for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Required Documents:	Cover Letter Resume Unofficial Transcript 1 Certification
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:	Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcript of Master degree. Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript. Certification (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of CPA or CMA certification.
Initial Application Review Date:	June 1st, 2023
Open Until Position is Filled?:	True
Posting Close Date:
EEO Statement:	Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University's Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.