Temporary One Year Full Time Accounting and Business Faculty

Job Description

Sussex County Community College is seeking a highly qualified, enthusiastic and student-focused Temporary One-Year Full Time Accounting and Business Faculty Instructor who represents a commitment to excellence in teaching and advocates the values of diversity, equity and inclusion. The candidate must have a strong demonstrated background and expertise in the accounting and business area and will contribute to a program that includes degrees and certificates in Business Administration, Business Management, Accounting, Marketing, International Business, Supervision, Communications, Supply Chain, and Economics. Duties and expectations of this position include the following: excellence in teaching both in-class and online courses while utilizing the Canvas Learning Management System; developing and implementing curricula; ensuring course assessment; undertaking professional development; applying the Business Program’s and the College’s strategic plan; continuing service to the college; implementing community outreach and networking; and taking leadership roles when assigned. The successful candidate will contribute to the service of the college by serving on committees, collaborating with the faculty and other college colleagues on college initiatives, and being a dedicated team player within the Professional Studies and Social Sciences department. The faculty member will contribute to student success by mentoring students and providing expertise based on their personal business and accounting experience. All of the above are considered essential to the success of the position.

1. Possess a deep concern for others and the contributions they make to SCCC by intentionally focusing and supporting the development of a culture of “caring regard” at the College.
2. Possess an appreciation, understanding, tolerance, and commitment to free speech and diversity within an academic organization.
3. Create a dynamic teaching and learning environment for students and demonstrate an understanding of the broad spectrum of student needs.
4. Participate in assessment of learning outcomes.
5. Demonstrate active promotion of student mentorship and retention, including advisement.
6. Participate in professional development through scholarship, creative activity and service.
7. Assist in implementing an active research program involving undergraduates.
8. Serve on college committees, including those that are part of the college governance process.
9. Participate in curriculum development and textbook selection.
10. Contribute to departmental budget development.
11. Collaborate within the department and with cross-departmental initiatives.
12. Demonstrate skill at networking with community partners.
13. Provide support and oversight to the Business & Entrepreneurial Club and student organizations on campus.
14. Embrace Campus Life initiatives that foster student involvement.
15. Possess effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as organizational skills, aimed at facilitating communication with supervisors/students/colleagues.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to the job at any time. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor, including maintaining a valid driver’s license in good standing with DMV for those jobs that require driving.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree required, doctorate preferred, in business, accounting, or a business-related discipline. 
• Experience in a professional accounting related position, private small business or corporate business preferred.
• Prior teaching experience in both the classroom and online courses at the community college or university level preferred.

Essential Skills / Qualifications:

• Utilize technology in creating presentations and content for the classroom and online using the institution’s learning management system.
•  Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Salary:  $44,594.67 per year.

OPEN TO INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY

To Apply:

Please submit cover letter and resume to HRresume@sussex.edu.  Sussex County Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 Effective September 1, 2011, the NJ First Act requires that certain classifications of persons employed by a public higher education institution will have 365 days within which to establish a primary residence in NJ. Failure to comply will render the individual unqualified to continue to hold the position. Individuals may seek exemption from the residency requirement based on critical need or hardship.