Accounting Lecturer

Accounting Lecturer

Job ID: 303426

Location: Georgia College & State Univ

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's
designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the
essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven
global society. The university prepares students for successful
careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long
learning through personalized attention in a residential setting
with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences
through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three
selective universities within the University System of Georgia and
a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers
undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, more than 30 graduate
programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional
certificates, and continuing education programs.

As a member of the prestigious Council of Public Liberal Arts
Colleges (COPLAC), GCSU is committed to fostering a liberal arts
environment that values academic preeminence, interdisciplinary
inquiry and an inclusive learning community. GCSU enjoys a strong
reputation for academic excellence and nationally ranked programs
according to US News & World Report, The Princeton Review and
Colleges of Distinction - among other ranking sources.

Georgia College & State University takes great pride in
combining the educational experience of a private liberal arts
college with the affordability of a public university. Faculty and
staff are dedicated to student engagement and experiential learning
through high-impact practices such as internships, service- and
community-based learning, leadership development, study abroad
opportunities, mentored undergraduate research and a capstone
project that fosters intellectual curiosity, reasoned inquiry and
critical thinking.

The university's beautiful and historic campus is located downtown
in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming college town of approximately
19,000 residents in Central Georgia, and only 90 miles southeast of
Atlanta. Milledgeville is also the home of noted American author
and alumna, Flannery O'Connor, '45, and the college community
enjoys many exciting literary arts programs at O'Connor's former
home, Andalusia, a National Historic Landmark owned by the
university. Milledgeville is located on the banks of beautiful Lake
Sinclair and Lake Oconee, allowing faculty, staff and students to
take full advantage of the environmental and recreational benefits
of being part of a lake community. For cultural, educational and
leisure opportunities beyond Milledgeville - Macon and Atlanta are
located within easy driving distances.

Georgia College & State University is dedicated to protecting
academic freedom in addition to supporting freedom of expression as
outlined in the University System of Georgia's Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom policy and
its Ethics Code of Conduct. For more information,
visit us online at gcsu.edu.

Department Information

The J . Whitney Bunting College of Business & Technology is
exactly what you would expect from a premier public liberal arts
university - a first-rate, student-centered resident business
education with full array of AACSB accredited academic programs at
both undergraduate and graduate levels for high-demand careers. Our
program offerings are nationally recognized, affordable, and
accessible. At the graduate level, we offer online programs in
Management Information Systems, the Georgia WebMBA® at Georgia
College & State University, and the Master of Logistics and
Supply Chain Management. Our Master of Accountancy is currently
delivered face-to-face as an ideal program for Georgia College
& State University students seeking to continue their education
in the accounting field. Our goal is to develop capable, successful
business professionals who are also responsible citizens committed
to contributing to the community.

Job Summary

The J. Whitney Bunting College of Business & Technology at
Georgia College & State University, with programs of study
accredited by AACSB and ABET, invites applications for the position
of Accounting Lecturer. Candidates with a terminal degree in
accounting are encouraged to apply.

The faculty member, in this 10-month, non-tenure-track position,
will teach introductory and upper-level undergraduate accounting
courses.

Responsibilities

Faculty- Teaching / Instruction
Responsibilities

• Full-time instructional load in the areas of accounting
• Regular course meetings and instruction
• Mentoring Students
• Other teaching responsibilities

Knowledge and ability to convey current philosophies, practices,
and theories related to the academic discipline.

• Faculty also contribute to the Georgia College & State

University core curriculum by teaching topical freshman (GC1Y) or
sophomore seminar (GC2Y) courses. All Georgia College & State
University faculty share the responsibility of teaching our core
curriculum and providing foundation courses for majors and
non-majors alike.

Lecturers are expected to maintain appropriate faculty
qualification status in alignment with College of Business &
Technology policy and AACSB Standard 3.

Faculty - Professional Development

Faculty are expected to stay current in their field.

Faculty - Service to Institution

All faculty are expected to help the department in recruiting
majors. Faculty members are expected to attend Department meetings
and events. All faculty are expected to support the advancement of
the department, college and university mission by providing service
to the institution.

Service may be at the department, college, university, community
and disciplinary level. Duties include service on college-level and
university- level committees, advising students regarding career
options, and support of department-level outreach activities.

Service to the Institution

• Committee memberships and offices
• Programs directed and advised
• Participation in special programs or projects
• Other services in the institution

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Masters degree in Accounting or a closely related field.

Must meet SACSCOC accreditation requirements stated in C.S. 3.7.1
(www.sacscoc.org (faculty credentials))

Required Experience

Some teaching experience

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

-Record of scholarly activity, publications, or creative
works.

Preferred Educational Qualifications

-Terminal degree in Accounting (Ph. D. or DBA) -CPA certification
is preferred; however, those holding other relevant accounting
certifications will also be considered.

Preferred Experience

-Instructor of record for college level classes in the related
discipline

Proposed Salary

The proposed salary range is $60,000 to $65,000

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Build positive student relationships and provide mentorship

Engage in continuous professional development

Manage multiple courses and administrative responsibilities

Solve problems and make data-driven decisions

Collaborate with colleagues and participate in service

Demonstrate leadership and take initiative

Adapt to changing institutional needs

Maintain accurate records and meet deadlines

KNOWLEDGE

Subject matter expertise and current disciplinary trends

Curriculum design and program outcome alignment

Assessment methods and student learning measurement

Accreditation standards (SACSCOC and discipline-specific)

Academic policies, procedures, and ethics

Adult learning principles and adaptive learning styles

Educational technology and learning management systems

SKILLS

Teaching:

Course design and delivery

Learning activity development and facilitation

Technology integration and LMS proficiency

Instructional adaptation

Assessment:

Valid assessment instrument development

Constructive feedback provision

Data analysis for instructional improvement

Communication:

Clear verbal and written communication

Professional presentation abilities

Active listening and collaboration

Technology:

Discipline-relevant software proficiency

Multimedia and presentation tools

Basic troubleshooting capabilities

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25
institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System
Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence,
Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation
for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community
member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these
standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and
Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and
can be found on-line at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board
Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line
at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental
values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of
Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's
age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race,
religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No
individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the
benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination,
harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity
because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any
individual be given preferential treatment because of the
individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment
may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under
federal or state law.

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 will not travel

This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Criminal Background Check
• Education Verification

Special Applicant Instructions

Review of applicants will begin after closing the posting.
Qualified candidates should submit their current CV, a cover
letter, teaching statement, unofficial graduate transcripts,
teaching evaluations, and a list of three references (name,
address, phone number, and emails). Required material must be
submitted before the position closing date to receive full
consideration.

Questions regarding the position may be directed to Dr. Eddie
Thomas, Chair of the search committee, at
eddie.thomas@gcsu.edu

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=36000&JobOpeningId=303426&PostingSeq=1

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