Department Head (Finance, Economics and Risk Management)
Missouri State University
Posting Details Position Information Position Title Department Head (Finance, Economics and Risk Management) Work Location Springfield Campus Department College of Business - Administration HR Home Department 020312 FINANCE & RISK MANAGEMENT Pay Grade Unclassified Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants. Faculty Appointment Type Tenure Track Term (if applicable) 12 month Begin Date of Appointment 07/01/2025 Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt General Function
The Department Head is responsible for administering an academic department within a college which may include and is not limited to, faculty recruitment and development, faculty evaluation, program development, program review, curriculum development, student advisement, departmental budgeting and budget control, class schedule planning, and general supervision of the teaching, research, and service and related scholarly activities of the department.
Description of Primary Duties
The Department Head leads a team of faculty responsible for undergraduate programs in Economics, Finance, General Business and Risk Management, as well as five graduate certificates in Applied Economics, Finance, Financial Analysis, Fintech and Quantitative Enterprise Risk Management. Department Faculty also contribute to the College’s MBA, Executive MBA, MHA, Executive MHA programs and the General Business Program on the MSU China Campus. The Department Head supervises the administrative functions of the Department, promotes a collegial environment, teaches courses, and conducts research to maintain personal faculty qualifications per AACSB guidelines. Developing and enhancing relationships with various external constituencies is required, as is cultivating employer relationships to facilitate placement of graduates.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
The minimum acceptable qualifications for the position of school director are prescribed by the College Dean in concert with guidance from the Provost. These include: possession of a terminal degree; at least three years of successful teaching, research and service experience; evidence of leadership experience; and a demonstrated commitment to Missouri State University’s inclusive excellence principles.
Additional Qualifications
An earned doctorate in economics, finance, insurance, or risk management from an AACSB-accredited institution. Applicants with an earned doctorate in a related field may be considered. An established record of scholarly research, teaching, and service appropriate for a tenured Associate or Full Professor. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Ability to interact successfully with industry. Demonstrated leadership and collegiality.
Link to Job Description http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/21254.htm Open Date 09/12/2024 Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled) Special Instructions to Applicants
The first date of consideration is October 14, 2024.Applications will be reviewed until position is filled.
Anticipated start date is July 1, 2025, but a January 1, 2025 start date may be considered.
Include a minimum of three professional references with your application materials.
Please attach an unofficial transcript to your application. Please note that documents that contain passwords, digital signatures, and other artifacts such as watermarks may not convert properly. If your document contains any of these items, please print and scan the document, then upload the scanned version to your application. Official transcripts required at time of hire.
EO/AA and Diversity Statement Non Discrimination Statement
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict nondiscrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, TitleIX@missouristate.edu, 417-836-8506, or to the Office for Civil Rights. All other inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance, Park Central Office Building, Suite 111, Springfield, Missouri 65897, equity@missouristate.edu, 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. (Res. Board Policies No. 70-11; Bd. Min. 10-28-11.)
Background Check Statement Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense. Posting Detail Posting Number 20240079FTF Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/77072 Supplemental Questions
The Department Head is responsible for administering an academic department within a college which may include and is not limited to, faculty recruitment and development, faculty evaluation, program development, program review, curriculum development, student advisement, departmental budgeting and budget control, class schedule planning, and general supervision of the teaching, research, and service and related scholarly activities of the department.
Description of Primary Duties
The Department Head leads a team of faculty responsible for undergraduate programs in Economics, Finance, General Business and Risk Management, as well as five graduate certificates in Applied Economics, Finance, Financial Analysis, Fintech and Quantitative Enterprise Risk Management. Department Faculty also contribute to the College’s MBA, Executive MBA, MHA, Executive MHA programs and the General Business Program on the MSU China Campus. The Department Head supervises the administrative functions of the Department, promotes a collegial environment, teaches courses, and conducts research to maintain personal faculty qualifications per AACSB guidelines. Developing and enhancing relationships with various external constituencies is required, as is cultivating employer relationships to facilitate placement of graduates.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
The minimum acceptable qualifications for the position of school director are prescribed by the College Dean in concert with guidance from the Provost. These include: possession of a terminal degree; at least three years of successful teaching, research and service experience; evidence of leadership experience; and a demonstrated commitment to Missouri State University’s inclusive excellence principles.
Additional Qualifications
An earned doctorate in economics, finance, insurance, or risk management from an AACSB-accredited institution. Applicants with an earned doctorate in a related field may be considered. An established record of scholarly research, teaching, and service appropriate for a tenured Associate or Full Professor. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Ability to interact successfully with industry. Demonstrated leadership and collegiality.
Link to Job Description http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/21254.htm Open Date 09/12/2024 Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled) Special Instructions to Applicants
The first date of consideration is October 14, 2024.Applications will be reviewed until position is filled.
Anticipated start date is July 1, 2025, but a January 1, 2025 start date may be considered.
Include a minimum of three professional references with your application materials.
Please attach an unofficial transcript to your application. Please note that documents that contain passwords, digital signatures, and other artifacts such as watermarks may not convert properly. If your document contains any of these items, please print and scan the document, then upload the scanned version to your application. Official transcripts required at time of hire.
EO/AA and Diversity Statement Non Discrimination Statement
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict nondiscrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, TitleIX@missouristate.edu, 417-836-8506, or to the Office for Civil Rights. All other inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance, Park Central Office Building, Suite 111, Springfield, Missouri 65897, equity@missouristate.edu, 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. (Res. Board Policies No. 70-11; Bd. Min. 10-28-11.)
Background Check Statement Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense. Posting Detail Posting Number 20240079FTF Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/77072 Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Statement of Vision of Leadership Unofficial Transcripts - 1 Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness -1 Optional Documents Letter of Recommendation-1 (Non-confidential) Letter of Recommendation-2 (Non-confidential) Letter of Recommendation-3 (Non-confidential) Other Documents -1
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