Position Details
Position Information
Announcement Number FAC - VA - 26133
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Janet Heiss Arms
jheiss@montana.edu
406-994-3536
Classification Title Instructor
Working Title Leadership Fellows Non-Tenure Track Faculty
Brief Position Overview
The Leadership Fellows Certificate Program seeks instructors with experience and / or capacities in the following areas: experiential instruction, lived leadership experience, leadership theory, innovative and best practices in teaching in a seminar, small classroom format (
Faculty Tenure Track No
Faculty Rank Non-Tenure Track
Position Number 4A6460
Department Leadership Fellows
Division Office of Academic Affairs
Appointment Type Non-Tenure Track (Pooled)
Contract Term Academic Year
Semester Fall & Spring
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Union Affiliation Contact HR for Determination
FTE Variable
Benefits Eligible Depends on FTE (please contact Human Resources - 406-994-3651)
Salary Entry salary is calculated in workload units (WLUs) and is equivalent to $2,200 per 1 semester credit. Finalized salary will be based on the level of education, related experience, and total WLUs per semester.
Contract Type LOA
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Recruitment Type Open
Position Details
General Statement
Montana State University seeks qualified individuals to provide non-tenurable level instruction and/or related functions. Instructors are needed to teach classes depending upon need and available funding.
Applications are accepted on a continual basis (unless otherwise indicated) and will be maintained in pool for two years. After two years, candidates will be notified to re-submit materials for continued consideration.
The department or program search committees or hiring authority will review and evaluate the submitted application materials. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the non-tenure track faculty hiring pool.
Appointments are on a part-time basis and vary in duration, a couple weeks, a semester or an academic year, depending on the specific needs of the department/program. Salary is dependent on number of courses taught and duration.
We seek individuals who work professionally and effectively with individuals of all backgrounds, possess effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to contribute positively to the academic success of the students and the mission of Montana State University.
Duties and Responsibilities
We wish to attract applicants who can teach in a broad university community and have demonstrated ability in helping students from various backgrounds succeed.
Responsibilities may include:
Teaching on campus in a seminar class model or online courses
Student evaluation via grades & feedback
Advising, evaluating and assisting students
Curriculum and/or course development
Design input in support of program and curriculum design and improvement
Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Academic or professional experience in leadership.
Minimum master's degree is needed to apply.
Experience in organizational leadership may also replace advanced degree on a case-to-case basis.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Demonstrated experience teaching interdisciplinary courses.
Ability to teach in small-group seminar model with an emphasis on practical and applied learning models.
Demonstrated knowledge of college student development.
Understanding of syllabus creation and usage in higher education.
The Successful Candidate Will
Work professionally and effectively with individuals and groups.
Possess effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Contribute positively to the academic success of the students and the mission of Montana State University.
Have the ability to build and manage curriculum and grading in MSU's CANVAS online teaching platform.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
The position for which you have applied MAY BE a Union position. Union affiliation is determined by job duties and the collective bargaining unit.
Non-Tenure Track Faculty - Any position that is .5 FTE or more is represented by the Associated Faculty of Montana State University ( AFMSU ). Faculty covered by AFMSU may choose to pay membership dues. This is a condition of employment. Additional information can be found at AFMSU (http://afmsu4ntt.org) or by emailing AFSMU (afmsu4ntt@gmail.com) .
Any position less than .5 FTE is not represented by the Union and is not required to pay dues.
If the FTE changes during employment, the representational status of this position could be impacted.
Exceptions: Anyone having successfully completed a PEI exam or any faculty working in Extension are exempt from the Union
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
The Program
The Leadership Fellows certificate is an interdisciplinary undergraduate 16-credit "secondary degree" program. The program focuses on building student capacity and skills in essential high-order leadership behaviors through small-group seminars and experiential learning models. The program has a three-pronged focus tied to leadership of self, leadership in teams and leadership in society. Student leadership core competencies include self-awareness, communication, learning agility, and influence. Along with these, the program focuses on a conflict as generative model, leadership as relational, dialogue and deep listening, and the cultivating the ability as leaders to generate futures that wouldn't have otherwise existed.
The Department
University Studies is the academic home for exploring students (those who want to explore the degrees and majors offered at MSU prior to declaring), as well as Pre-Med students, Pre-Law students, and the Leadership Certificate. We teach approximately 45 sections of US101US each academic year, along with sections of COMX 111US Intro to Public Speaking, Leadership courses, and several additional 1-credit exploratory and success courses.
In University Studies, we seek to help students develop a connection to MSU , to fellow students, and to the broader community. Through personalized academic advising and engaging instruction, we empower students to explore their interests, clarify their goals, and develop the intellectual skills needed to navigate the opportunities and responsibilities of college life.
The College
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies Pooled Position
Desired Start Date Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date
Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin immediately and applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions
This position is not eligible for new sponsorship.
Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Applicants are retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.
EEO Statement
Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference, please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
