Clinical Assistant Professor

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Clinical Assistant Professor
Job Department/School College of Prof and Continuing Studies
FT/PT/Temp Full time
Location Garden City, N.Y.
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Clinical Assistant Professor

Emergency Management

College of Professional and Continuing Studies

 

JOB SUMMARY:

The College of Professional and Continuing Studies at Adelphi University invites qualified candidates to apply for a full time, non-tenure track faculty position in Emergency Management. The successful candidate will be responsible for the academic content and oversight of the Graduate Emergency Management program and the Undergraduate Emergency Services Administration program in the College of Professional and Continuing Studies (CPCS), in addition to other duties. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaboratively develops a strategy for the future academic direction of the program in accordance with CPCS’s mission to serve post-traditional learners

Participates in preparing academic proposals and managing them through the internal academic approval process, including leading presentations to the Faculty Senate and its subcommittees

Assists with recruiting and assigning teaching faculty

Assists with maintaining the quality of curriculum on regular basis

Assures maintenance of academic standards through review of individual student performance

Assists with the scheduling of classes according to established timeframes

Assists with processing academic petitions, e.g., grade changes, course substitutions, prior learning assessment agreements, readmission applications, etc.

Works closely with the assistant dean and academic advisor team to create an optimal learning experience for students and keep them on track to graduation

Serves as the program content liaison to All Campus

Serves as a member of the CPCS Academic Affairs Committee and Unit Peer Review Committee

Attends faculty meetings and program-related student events

Assists with program promotional activities, interviews with the press, and information requests from All Campus

Meets the teaching obligations of a Clinical Assistant Professor consistent with the provisions of the Adelphi CBA (Note: this position will receive 6 credits of workload release per academic year for administrative responsibilities)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates must have a doctorate in emergency management or a related discipline (ABDs with confirmed dissertation defense date may be considered)

Be a Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) of the IAEM or possess similar professional credentials

At least 10 years’ experience working in emergency management

Expertise in designing and teaching college-level courses

Engagement in active clinical practice

Experience in developing community partnerships

On-line teaching experience and commitment to the distance learning environment

Strong administrative and communication skills

Preference will be given to candidates with an established network of relationships with local businesses/employers, government, and emergency management agencies (NYSEMO, FEMA, etc.)

The successful candidate will have experience in curriculum development and assessment of student learning, a commitment to student success, and the ability to effectively interact collaboratively with colleagues, staff, and students within a multicultural environment. We are strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity, and we expect the successful candidate to share that commitment.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

This position reports to the Associate Dean of the College of Professional and Continuing Studies (CPCS) and works closely with the CPCS Dean, CPCS Academic Advisors, the Offices of Admissions and Public Relations, and external partners (i.e. All Campus).

APPLICATION:

Applications should include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and teaching and scholarship statement. Throughout your application materials, we encourage you to highlight your background in fostering an inclusive research agenda, campus culture, and supporting the success of students who are historically underrepresented in higher education.

Additionally, applications must include the names and contact information for three professional references.

All applications must be submitted through the Adelphi website: https://www.adelphi.edu/hr/open-positions/

SALARY INFORMATION

In compliance with New York’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $75,000 - $95,000. Adelphi University considers factors such as departmental budgets, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. An annual base salary higher than the range may be warranted in circumstances where a candidate has demonstrable equivalent prior higher education experience at another University.

Adelphi University provides a comprehensive benefit package for faculty and staff employees. For a list of benefits provided to employees, please click here .

DIVERSITY:

Adelphi University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from women, under-represented groups, members of the LGBTQI+ community, people with disabilities and veterans.

ABOUT ADELPHI:

Adelphi University, New York, is a highly awarded, nationally ranked, powerfully connected doctoral research and teaching university dedicated to transforming students’ lives through small classes with world-class faculty, hands-on learning and innovative ways to support academic and career success. Adelphi offers exceptional liberal arts and sciences programs and professional training, with particular strength in our Core Four—Arts and Humanities, STEM and Social Sciences, the Business and Education Professions, and Health and Wellness. Recognized as a Best College by U.S. News & World Report, Adelphi is Long Island’s oldest private coeducational university, serving more than 8,100 students at its beautiful main campus in Garden City, at learning hubs in Manhattan, the Hudson Valley and Suffolk County, and online. The University offers students more than 50 undergraduate majors and 70 graduate programs in the liberal arts, the sciences and professional training. With powerful partnerships throughout the New York area, more than 115,000 graduates across the country, a growing enrollment of students from 41 states and 58 countries, and rising rankings from top publications and organizations, Adelphi is a dynamic community that plays a leadership role on Long Island and in the region.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL AND CONTINUING STUDIES:

About The College of Professional and Continuing Studies: The College of Professional and Continuing Studies (CPCS) at Adelphi provides degree and non-degree programs, as well as continuing education options—personally tailored to the needs of nontraditional students. Our students benefit from an efficient admissions process, affordable tuition and fees, and flexible scheduling and advising to ensure a successful educational experience. Our Mission is to enhance the professional and personal lives of diverse adult learners by providing pathways to undergraduate, graduate, and alternative credentials via high-quality programs that offer value, convenience, and relevance to the current and future job market. The College of Professional and Continuing Studies is entirely focused on helping adult learners reach their educational and career goals.

ABOUT THE EMERGENCY SERVICES ADMINISTRATION AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS:

The Emergency Services Administration (ESA) and Emergency Management (EM) programs are offered through the College of Professional and Continuing Studies (CPCS). Both programs are designed primarily for working students and use an asynchronous distance learning approach.

https://online.adelphi.edu/graduate-degrees/ms-emergency-management/

https://online.adelphi.edu/graduate-degrees/ms-emergency-management/curriculum/

https://www.forbes.com/advisor/education/best-online-masters-emergency-management/

https://online.adelphi.edu/undergraduate-degrees/bs-emergency-services/

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Job Department/School College of Prof and Continuing Studies
FT/PT/Temp Full time
Location Garden City, N.Y.

Adelphi University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all candidates, including people of color and those who are, or identify as, members of any marginalized, underserved or underrepresented group. Adelphi is an emerging Hispanic serving institution so bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Here is our University statement on diversity: https://www.adelphi.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion/about/.