Assistant Professor of Public Administration
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Posting DetailsPosting DetailsLogoInstitutionThe University of South DakotaWorking TitleAssistant Professor of Public AdministrationPosting NumberF01577PDepartmentUSD-Political Science Physical Location of Position (City)VermillionPosting TextAssistant Professor of Public AdministrationThe Department of Political Science at the University of South Dakota invites applicants for a tenure-track position as assistant professor of public administration. This is a nine-month, full-time appointment.Responsibilities:

• Teach in our NASPAA-Accredited Master of Public Administration (MPA) program and our online M.S. in Administration (MSA) Program.
• Ability to teach in the areas of undergraduate statistical reasoning and/or politics and administration of state and local government.
• Maintain the expected workload of six courses per academic year, with potential releases for service or research productivity.
• Possess a commitment to excellence in teaching and student mentoring within the context of a strong liberal arts program.
• Share in the work of a vibrant department and apply his or her professional expertise in the service of the university, community and discipline.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in public administration, public affairs, or a related field from a NASPAA Accredited Program on the date of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise in nonprofit management, organizational management and/or public policy

The University of South Dakota is the state's flagship liberal arts institution with a higher research (R2) Carnegie classification. Faculty teaching in the MPA and MSA programs enjoy benefits from major endowments in the department that support faculty research and professional development.The start date will be August 22, 2025.Applications must be submitted online at . A complete application consists of:

• a letter of application;
• current curriculum vitae;
• unofficial graduate transcripts;
• an example of current research;
• a teaching portfolio (course evaluations, philosophy of teaching statement, and/or sample syllabi)
• three letters of reference

Additional information may be requested from the finalists for the position. Materials that cannot be uploaded should be sent Associate Professor Ed Gerrish, chair of the search at ...@usd.edu. Inquiries can be made to Dr. Gerrish.Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2025 and continue until a suitable candidate is hired.Posting Date11/22/2024Closing DateOpen Until FilledYesFirst Consideration Date01/15/2025Advertised SalaryCommensurate with Qualifications and ExperienceDuration of the Term9 monthsIf Other, describe durationAppointment Percent100Tenure StatusTenure TrackProposed RankAssistant ProfessorWork HoursTypical Hours Worked Per WeekAppointment TypeRegularScope of SearchExternal (includes Internal)If internal, define scope of searchDepartment Description and Cultural ExpectationsEqual Employment Opportunity StatementUSD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.Contact InformationQuestions may be directed to Search Chair, Prof. Ed Gerrish, Public Administration Search Committee, Department of Political Science and Criminal Justice, University of South Dakota, 414 East Clark Street, Vermillion, SD 57069-2390, 605/658-6755 or ...@usd.edu.Working ConditionsCognitive RequirementsPlease check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position.Verbal Communication, Written CommunicationProtective Clothing/EquipmentPlease check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment.If other protection is used please identifyPhysical RequirementsPlease designate the physical requirements of this positionDescribe any of the conditions selectedSensory RequirementsPlease check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.Working Conditions & ExposuresWorking Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.Vaccination recommended due to potential occupational exposurePlease describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked aboveExposure and vaccination conditions arise from seasonal colds and virus transmitted in classrooms and common spaces in campus buildings.Working EnvironmentCheck the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.Classroom Environment, Office EnvironmentIf you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents

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