Assistant Professor of Business Communication, Department of Applied Business Studies

Department
Applied Business Studies

Job Posting Title
Assistant Professor of Business Communication, Department of Applied Business Studies

Job Description

This full-time, non-tenure track Instructor/Assistant Professor faculty position will join a distinct program (Bachelor of Business Education) that includes three concentrations: Corporate Communications, Talent Development, and Teacher Licensure.  A dynamic, student-oriented instructor/assistant professor is sought who has expertise in teaching Business Communication and Business Education. The program seeks a candidate committed to teaching excellence, staying abreast of developments and innovations in these fields, and maintaining an active program involving undergraduate and graduate students.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities include teaching 4-5 courses per semester related to the Business Communication and Business Education disciplines. Normal annual faculty evaluation is based on teaching (60%), research/professional development (20%), and service (20%), but responsibilities are negotiated with the Department Chair.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum qualifications include a graduate degree in a business communication or business education-related discipline or a Master of Business Administration with industry experience. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preferred candidates include a conferred doctorate degree in business communication or business education-related disciplines. Candidates pursuing a doctorate degree will also be considered. Work experience in the discipline is preferred. Preference will also be given to applicants with teaching experience (both on campus and online) related to the business communication and business education disciplines.

The candidate should be comfortable teaching a variety of courses, on campus and online, in the Department of Applied Business Studies. Depending upon the candidate’s credentials, the Instructor/Assistant Professor of Business Communication may teach the following courses (not exclusive):

• BCOM 201: Intro to Corporate Communication
• BCOM 210: Business Communication for Professional Development
• BCOM 300: Spreadsheet Applications
• BCOM 301: Strategic Business Communication
• BCOM 310: Database Applications
• BCOM 350: Business Communication Applications
• BCOM 400: Global Business Communication
• BCOM 601: Managerial Communication
• BCOM 680: Strategic Communication for Managing Diversity and Inclusion
• BCOM 690: Advanced Professional Development
• BCOM 692: Managerial Reports and Presentations
• BCOM 695: Corporate Communication Strategy

Instruction: The instructor/assistant professor will generally teach 4-5 courses per semester. The division of work duties may be modified through consultation between the instructor/assistant professor and the Department Chair. Ultimately, the final decision on work assignments is determined by the university. Undergraduate and/or graduate mentoring responsibilities will be assigned.

Scholarship:  The successful candidate must exhibit scholarly activity, as defined by the Boyer Model, which may include the scholarship of discovery, integration, application, and pedagogy in business communication or business education.  It may also include, but not limited to, on-going professional development such as maintenance of professional certifications and continuing practice or consulting.  

Service: Service to the University, Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship, department, the region, and profession is expected of each faculty member.

RANK:  Instructor/Assistant Professor

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Full-time, non-tenure track

APPOINTMENT DATE: August 2024

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin February 28, 2024, and will continue until the search has been successfully concluded.

BENEFITS: Competitive benefit package http://www.fhsu.edu/humanresourceoffice/Prospective-Employees/

APPLICATION PROCESS:  To apply for this position, please visit https://fhsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CAREERS .  Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS:  Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and names and contact information for three professional references.

Applicant documents should be submitted in one PDF.

If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:

Name:    Dr. Rose Helens-Hart 

Email:   [email protected]

Phone:  785-628-4019

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The Department of Applied Business Studies (ABS) is one of four departments in the Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship at FHSU and offers outstanding undergraduate and graduate instruction. Currently, the degree and majors offered by the department are a B.B.A. in Marketing, a B.S. in Business Education, and a B.S. in Tourism and Hospitality Management. The department enrolls approximately 360 undergraduate students and makes significant academic contributions to the BBA core in providing Business Communication and Marketing coursework. All of these degrees are offered through online learning and face-to-face instruction. In the near future, the department may be involved in international partnerships involving cross-border education. Additionally, the department contributes to the college Masters of Business Administration program that enrolls approximately 180 graduate students as well as its own EDS – Educational Specialist in Business Education and Workforce Leadership, MSE – Masters of Science in Education with an emphasis Business, MLS – Masters of Liberal Studies with an emphasis in Corporate Communication, and MPS – Masters of Professional Studies with an emphasis in Workforce Development.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE:

Mission : The Fort Hays State University Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship offers highly engaging educational experiences, preparing and supporting our students and alumni for professional success in a dynamic, global environment. Our focus is on instructional engagement. Faculty add value to student instruction and the community through scholarly activity and ongoing professional engagement. The College provides service that benefits the university, our disciplines, and the greater community. (Adopted by RCOBE Faculty on May 4, 2016).

Description : The college consists of four large and growing departments: Applied Business Studies; Economics, Finance, and Accounting; Informatics; and Management and consists of more than 50 full-time faculty supported by key staff. In addition to a wide range of undergraduate programs, it has a Master of Business Administration program, Master of Professional Studies degrees in Human Resource Management and varying areas of Informatics as well as a Master of Liberal Studies in Corporate Communication. On-campus students majoring in these academic areas number approximately 800 and domestic distance learning students number 1150. The RCOBE is housed in McCartney Hall and Hammond Hall. In addition to on-campus offerings, the college offers several undergraduate and graduate degrees online. It also participates in joint degrees with two partner universities in China. Among the college’s many unique attributes is the Dane G. Hansen Entrepreneurship Scholarship Hall that opened with the 2016-2017 academic year. Website: http://www.fhsu.edu/rcobe/

Community of Hays

FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, Smoky Hill Country Club, Hays Municipal Golf Course, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12, public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, a low unemployment rate, and very short commute times, the city provides a safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment for the residents who call "Hays, America" home.

Notice of Non-discrimination – Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.

Background Check: Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.

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