"Assistant Professor of Political Science"

Job Details

Job Title: Assistant Professor of Political Science

Location: SGSC - Waycross Campus

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 284007

About Us

Join our Team at South Georgia State College! South Georgia State College is a residential state college of the University System of Georgia (USG). SGSC focuses on a core of strong teaching and personalized academic advising. It has a long and distinguished tradition of serving the people of Georgia. Students pursue associate degrees in 20 programs of study, eight (5) bachelor’s degrees programs which are transferrable to other institutions or prepare them for careers in a variety of fields and South Georgia State College institution has given residents in South Georgia a chance to further their education since the early 1900s. Location details are as follows: Douglas Campus is located at 100 West College Park Drive, Douglas, GA 31533; Waycross Campus is located at 2001 S. Georgia Pkwy, Waycross, GA 31503; Valdosta Entry Program is located at 1500 N. Patterson Street, Valdosta, GA 31698.

Job Summary

The primary duty of a faculty member is teaching. Teaching 15 credit hours per semester in Political Science.

Responsibilities

Major Duties:

• Teach 15 semester credit hours per semester / 30 semester credit hours for the academic year (tenure track faculty). Meet each class as scheduled at the designated time and place and for the designated length of time.
• Maintain a minimum of ten office hours for student consultation per week, appropriate to the time and delivery method of the assigned courses (e.g., evening, weekend, online, or off-campus) and post this information.
• At the beginning of each course, provide each student with a syllabus per the guidelines in the faculty handbook.
• Develop new courses and course materials as appropriate.
• Serve on committees, task forces, and other college-improvement activities.
• Attend and participate in all college-wide and appropriate School meetings.
• Support student activities and clubs.
• Participate in professional development activities on an ongoing basis.
• Stay current in the teaching discipline(s) and the pedagogy of that discipline.
• Assist advisees with academic planning, scheduling, graduation, registration, and other appropriate academic issues.
• Submit correct proof rosters and grades in Banner by the assigned deadlines. Record daily attendance according to institutional policy.
• Submit assessment data to discipline committee chair in a timely manner.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements: The completion of a Master's Degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Political Science or related field.

Required Experience: Two years of teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications: The Doctorate Degree in Political Science or related field

Preferred Experience: Three years of teaching experience

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES: Ability to engage students in higher order learning. Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms. Ability to align instruction with student learning outcomes.

KNOWLEDGE: Adhere to institutional policies and procedures.

SKILLS: Mastery of the teaching discipline.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about the job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (912) 260-4377, or by email at hr@sgsc.edu. For technical support, please contact OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251-2644, or by email at support@usg.edu.

Conditions of Employment

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and demonstrating your eligibility for employment with South Georgia State College. Position may require credit check (if using PCard, working with cash, etc.). Offers made are expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG). The position requires completion of SGSC annual compliance training course such as State Business Transactions, Drug free Workplace, Anti-Harassment Policy, Introduction to Information Security, Workers Compensation, Motor Vehicle Policy, USG Ethics Policy, Conflict of Interests/Outside Activities Policy, Leave Procedures for Faculty and Staff, Georgia Open Records Act, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Contracts 101. Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. South Georgia State College is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

South Georgia State College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 260-4376.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is not considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 25% - 49% of the time. South Georgia State College Mission: South Georgia State College, a state college of the University System of Georgia, is a multi-campus, student-centered institution offering high-quality associate and select baccalaureate degree programs. The institution provides innovative teaching and learning experiences, a rich array of student activities and athletic programs, access to unique ecological sites and residential options to create a supportive learning environment.

Background Check

Standard Enhanced + Education & DMV

Organization

Waycross College is a two-year college and one of the newest institutions in the University System of Georgia. It is located in rural southeast Georgia and serves a ten-county area adjacent to the Okefenokee Swamp. Five major buildings, including a new state of the art Student Services Center, are located on the 150 acre campus. Off-campus classes are offered in the city of Hinesville. The College is widely recognized as a place for students who want to enter the job market with a solid foundation in liberal arts or transfer successfully to a baccalaureate program at a four-year institution. The College does an excellent job of preparing its students for both. Waycross College is a non-residential college of 980 students. The student body is diverse, and the average age is 25. Students may choose to major in one of 30 associate degree programs in areas such as business, criminal justice, history, psychology, and teacher education. Flexible class scheduling and an academic support center assist students in making the most of educational opportunities. Waycross College students perform well on the Regents’ Test and have good success upon transferring to four-year institutions. The Adults Start College Grant helps returning non-traditional students achieve success in higher education. Partnerships with the community are particularly evident at Waycross College. The College is an active supporter of the Okefenokee Arts and Entertainment Alliance. There is no lack of outside activities for students. Concerts, special lectures, social events, cultural exhibits and intramural sports are just a few of the extracurricular activities offered at Waycross College. Students also may participate in leadership opportunities through Phi Theta Kappa, the Multicultural Student Alliance, the Drama Club and Outdoor Adventurers Club. Waycross College was founded in 1970 by the University System of Georgia to serve the growing southeast Georgia region. Classes began in 1976.