What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant/Associate Professor of Accounting position at LeMoyne-Owen College?
Position Title: Assistant/Associate Professor of Accounting
Reports To: Chair, Division of Business & Economic Development
Department: Business and Economic Development
Classification: Full-time, Exempt, Tenure-track, Benefits Eligible
Position Overview
The faculty member will teach 15 credit hours in accounting in both traditional and non-traditional programs. In addition, he/she will also participate in general activities of the college including academic advising, participation in college related activities, and special projects related to the divisional and college goals. The general duties of the position will cover teaching and advising, professional development, and service to the college.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Teaching Accounting related course(s)
- Provide academic advising to students when applicable
- May conduct supplemental instructional activities such as independent studies.
- Participate in the general academic/professional activities of the college
- Participate in all divisional, major area, and faculty meetings
- Provide academically/professionally related community service
- Assist in monitoring student performance in their academic and professional progress
- Engage in research/scholarly/creative and activities at the levels that are appropriate to faculty rank and departmental tenure/merit criteria.
- Perform additional tasks assigned by the Chair
Minimum Qualifications
- Masters of Accountancy (MACC) or MBA with at least 18 graduate hours in Accounting
- Doctorate in Accounting, highly desirable
- CPA license preferred
- At least five years industry experience employed in the finance or accounting sector
- At least three years teaching experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Extensive knowledge of the field in which the individual with be teaching
- Ability to compile and process computer data (database and spreadsheet formats) and to format/generate reports (i.e. Microsoft Office)
- Strong communication (written/verbal) and interpersonal skills
- Ability to create course materials (i.e. presentations, syllabi, handouts, etc.) to enhance student learning and engagement
- Ability to utilize related automated systems and software
- Ability to maintain cordial relationships with all stakeholders of the college (faculty, staff, students, administrators, etc.)
- Superior organizational, analytical, and planning skills
- Superior time management skills and ability to prioritize work
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, use hands to handle, or feel to talk and to hear. The employee, frequently, is required to walk, reach with hands and arms to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Qualified applicants should submit the following information in one (1) pdf document:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Unofficial transcript of highest educational level completed
- 3 references including contact information
Incomplete applications will not be considered. The final candidate who is extended an offer must successfully complete reference and background checks.
LeMoyne-Owen College offers an attractive benefits package, including health, vision, and dental benefits. The College pays for Life Insurance, STD/LTD, and paid time off.
LeMoyne-Owen College is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs and activities.
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