Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track
Department: Media, Career Studies, and Leadership Development - 260750
Minimum Qualifications
- A master's degree in Organizational Leadership or a related discipline from an accredited institution
Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)
The program invites applications for this faculty position in Organizational Leadership & Learning. The candidate should have expertise in Business and Data Analytics, Assessment, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Contextual Leadership, Organizational Learning and Development, Entrepreneurship, Professional Development, Talent Development, Organizational Learning, Learning Analytics, Project Management, or closely related areas.
Candidates who can demonstrate the following are desired:
- Professional experience to facilitate students' application of principles and concepts related to entrepreneurship, data and assessment, learning analytics, leadership, career development, and professional development.
- Experience with in-person and online teaching/training/professional development.
- Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and communication skills.
- Applied professional experience in the discipline(s) being
taught, demonstrating real-world knowledge and current industry
practices.
License/Certification Required
Description of the Department or Unit
The Department of Media, Career Studies, and Leadership Development is one of five departments in the Reich College of Education, offering programs that prepare students for employment in a wide variety of teaching, administrative, and service roles, as well as employment or career advancement in business and industry. The department includes programs in Career and Technical Education; Organizational Leadership & Learning; Media, Technology and Learning Design; and International Leadership. The department serves students at the main campus in Boone and the new Hickory campus, as well as App State Online students.
The Organizational Leadership and Learning Flight Path Program is a project-based program designed to meet the needs of each student. All students will engage with universal concepts that apply to every career path, such as:
- Leadership and management foundations
- Effective communication and teamwork
- Career management
- Project management
- Professional learning and development
- Entrepreneurial thinking and innovative problem-solving
- Data analysis, digital literacy, and the use of technology in leadership
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Teaching
- Extensive teaching in online, hybrid, and on-campus environments.
- Develop and deliver undergraduate and graduate courses related to Business and Data Analytics, Assessment, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Contextual Leadership, Organizational Learning and Development, Entrepreneurship, Professional Development, Talent Development, Organizational Learning, Learning Analytics, Project Management, or closely related areas.
- Create and update curriculum materials to reflect advancements in the field.
- Foster an inclusive and engaging learning environment that
encourages critical thinking and creativity.
- Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, guiding
them in their academic and career pursuits.
- Participate in departmental and institutional committees and contribute to academic program development.
- Collaborate with colleagues on innovative projects and initiatives.
- Engage with the broader academic and professional communities
through outreach and service.
Proposed Date of Hire: 01/04/2027
Suggested Salary Range: Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Evaluation of Applications Begins: 10/15/2026
To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/56355
Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
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