"Professor-Graphic Design"

Job Details

Job Location

Bethany Campus - Bethany, OK

Position Type

Faculty Full-Time

Education Level

Graduate Degree

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

Description

Full Time/Salary/Exempt 9-month faculty contract

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. and/or Evening schedule (TBD)

JOB SUMMARY

The Division of Cultural & Communication Studies seeks a faculty member with a strong commitment to teaching excellence, scholarship, and innovation. The individual must be able to work collaboratively with a dynamic team, as well as work independently when necessary.

This individual will serve as a member of the Division of Cultural & Communication Studies faculty with responsibility for teaching within the traditional program.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions:

• Teach four courses per semester (equivalent to 480 student credit hours annually)
• Participate in scholarly activities appropriate to the discipline
• Participate in and assist division faculty in university and community service activities as appropriate
• Engage in continuous improvement processes using information derived from student learning assessment activities and lead the periodic evaluation of the Graphic Design program
• Develop new academic programs, courses, and projects when appropriate
• Collaborate with division chair in scheduling Graphic Design course offerings, assigning instructors, and enrolling students to meet program and student needs
• Mentor Graphic Design students to become highly qualified professionals well prepared to enter the field
• Work with the division to establish and maintain a long-term vision for Graphic Design that is consistent with the departmental, divisional, college, and university missions
• Assist students in finding high quality internship experiences and opportunities
• Provide students with opportunities to network with city agencies (i.e. Oklahoma Ad Club) and participate in events that enhance their experience (i.e. Addy awards)
• Serve as a liaison between Graphic Design and other units of the institution
• Serve on university committees as designated
• Abide by policies established in the Faculty Handbook and University Catalog
• Plan lessons using division curriculum that address particular learning outcomes and the needs of students
• Use technology to enhance instruction and assessment
• Design, administer and grade assessments to measure student learning
• Gather and submit a sample of course assignments as requested for documentation for SNU General Education Committee
• Maintain accurate, up to date grading in Learning Management System
• Maintain accurate, up to date attendance record in university required system
• Set up and make proper use of a Learning Management System site for assigned course(s)
• Administer a final exam on the day and time scheduled by the university
• Submit final grades as required
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to operate office equipment
• Ability to provide quality customer service
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Southern Nazarene University is an expression of the Church of the Nazarene. According to SNU policy, all faculty and staff must possess a strong personal Christian commitment and be committed to the SNU mission to make Christlike disciples through higher education in a Christ centered community.
• An understanding of the importance for diversity, inclusion and equity.
• Master’s degree and 18 graduate credits hours in graphic design or 5 years of professional experience in graphic design
• Minimum of two years of teaching experience
• Portfolio of design work
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple demands in fast paced work environment
• Typing and spelling competency
• Experience with various computer software applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Graphic Design, Fine Arts or related field OR bachelor's in Graphic Design and 5 years professional experience
• Experience using discovery learning or inquiry-based learning for instruction

Supervision Received

Receives supervision and work assignments from a designated chair, although other staff members in the unit may provide work direction.

Supervision Exercised:

None

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BENEFITS

Generous benefit structure including family health insurance plan (shared cost), long term disability, dental insurance, group life insurance, retirement matching, tuition remission, vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays.