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Oregon State University
Department: College of
Education (KED)
Appointment Type: Professional Faculty
Job Location: Corvallis
Recommended Full-Time
Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with education, training, and experience.
Job Summary:
The College of
Education invites applications for a Department Head (12 month 0.80 FTE), with an accompanying appointment as a Tenured Associate or Full
Professor (9 month 0.20 FTE) position.
The successful candidate will be hired on a 12-month basis at 0.80 FTE as
Department Head in a professional faculty position, and on a 9-month appointment basis at 0.20 FTE at the rank of Associate Professor or
Professor. The incumbent will serve as Department Head for an initial period of 3-5 years at the discretion of the Dean, informed by
departmental voting elections. Upon completion of their service as Department Head, the incumbent has the option to continue employment as a
full-time academic faculty member at the College.
The faculty member will focus on K-12 education in Mathematics, Science, Social
Studies, or Literacy Education (or similar) with an emphasis on issues of multilingualism, equity, and social justice. The faculty member
will also serve as Department Head for a newly formed department focused on teaching and learning, with approximately 20 full- and part-time
academic/instructional faculty, 4 professional faculty, and 3-5 classified staff members.
The position will be an integral part of
the faculty by serving in a department head role that includes leadership across four program areas, faculty supervision, and budgetary
management. The primary roles of this position are: (a) planning and oversight of departmental budget and departmental income/expense, (b)
representation of the department at college and university levels, long-range planning and organization of curricula and departmental
academic offerings, (d) supervision of faculty and staff within the department. As a faculty member, they will provide expertise in
undergraduate and graduate teaching in their respective areas of expertise. The faculty member will also have a strong record of scholarly
success with promise of ongoing research contributions to areas of Mathematics, Science, or Literacy Education (or similar) with an emphasis
on multilingualism, equity, and social justice.
At Oregon State University’s College of Education, we develop a diverse and inclusive
community of scholars, educators and change agents. We are deeply engaged with equity and anti-racism work in our research, teaching and
service. Adult and higher education, counseling, teaching and other programs have redesigned curriculum firmly grounded in diversity, equity
and inclusion. The College is fully committed to serving the needs of our Black, Indigenous and People of Color in our community. For more
information about the College of Education, please visit http://education.oregonstate.edu.
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he College of Education at OSU respects and celebrates the many life commitments of our employees. Learn more about OSU’s resources for work
life, families, and partners at https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life< /a>
Along with a CV, a cover letter specifically addressing the qualifications for the position, and a list of 5 professional
references and their contact information, candidates should provide a two-page statement that addresses their experiences with and
commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in their teaching, research, and service.
Any hiring at the rank of Associate
Professor/Professor with indefinite tenure will be subject to a successful out-of-cycle tenure review process: h
ttps://facultyaffairs.oregonstate.edu/out-cycle-tenure-review-procedure.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon
State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers,
problem-solvers and change-makers. We dont wait for challenges to present themselves – we seek them out and take them on. We welcome
students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted
mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for
all.
FACTS:
Top 1.4% university in the world
More research funding than all public universities in
Oregon combined
1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and
Extension programs in all 36 counties
7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
100+
undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
35k+ students including more than
2.3k international students and 10k students of color
217k+ alumni worldwide
For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon
State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the
Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon States beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of Americas best
college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine county. Nestled in the heart of the
Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an
eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon
State University offers a comprehensive benefits
package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
Free confidential mental health
and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
Retirement savings paid by the university.
A generous paid leave package,
including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional
six Oregon Public Universities.
Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a
Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about
the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
80% Department
Head:
Supervision and Leadership
Furthers a culture of inclusive excellence within the department,
including building a collegial spirit and a sense of collective responsibility for the departments mission and for one another.
Coordinates department governance.
In collaboration with the faculty, makes decisions related to the delivery of the departments
instructional programs, and the advising, assessment and recruitment activities associated with those programs.
Mentors and adjudicates
in personnel matters and in relation to the professional development of faculty.
Schedules and coordinates faculty meetings, advisory
committee meetings, retreats, and program reviews.
Facilitates the management of space and facilities resources.
Responds to
questions/issues raised by students, public, etc.
Proactively promotes equity and inclusion within the department. The head will
advance inclusive excellence within the department, college, and university. The head will work actively to improve the departments culture
to make it more inclusive and take steps to make it more diverse.
Operations & Budgets
Oversees the budget and
maintenance.
Oversees hiring decisions.
Tracks budget status and income and expenditures.
Decides on graduate teaching
assistant (GTA) assignments.
Authorizes grant proposals and prior approval grant expenditure requests.
Personnel
Management
Supervises instructional faculty, program leads, and classified staff.
Approves instructional faculty
workload.
Mentors and assists faculty and facilitates their development.
In collaboration with the Dean, decides on raises.
Participates in P&T process for faculty advancement.
Coordinates recruitment of new faculty members in collaboration with program
faculty.
Conducts periodic reviews of faculty and annual reviews of all staff under heads direct supervision.
Department
Representative
Represents the department at all internal and external functions requiring or benefiting from department
participation.
At the Deans request, provides leadership in the departments development activities with Foundation and Alumni
organizations, with the goal of increasing gifts and benefactors to benefit the department, the college and/or faculty.
Serves on the
College of Education Leadership Team.
Other duties as assigned.
20% Associate/Full
Professor:
Teaching and Advising: Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses and advising/mentoring
graduate students as appropriate in their scholastic academic, research, and professional development.
Research:
Conducting and publishing research in peer-reviewed outlets recognized as relevant to research conducted and demonstrative that the
individuals scholarship has (inter)national distinction. Writing and submitting grant proposals and securing external
funding.
Service: Providing active service to degree program, college, and university as well as through relevant
professional associations.
What You Will Need
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION AS DEPARTMENT
HEAD:
Earned Doctorate in mathematics, science, social studies, literacy education, or similar field with an emphasis on
multilingualism, equity, and social justice.
At least three years of leadership experience at the program or departmental level with
management responsibilities including responsibilities for hiring, training, assigning work, and managing and supervising performance of
staff.
Minimum of two years of interaction with formal K-12 school systems.
Significant record of achievement that merits
appointment as tenured Associate or Full Professor in the College of Education.
Demonstrated commitment to issues of equity and social
justice.
Evidence of ability to lead collaboratively in administrative, research, teaching, and service settings.
Demonstrated
policy development and/or maintenance experience at a program or departmental level in teacher education.
Extensive experience in
effectively managing large budgets.
Demonstrated exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Research program in
mathematics, science, social studies, literacy education, or related field with an emphasis on multilingualism, equity, and social justice
as evidenced by published research.
Evidence of successfully integrating diversity and social justice in teaching practices at the
postsecondary level, including evidence of meeting needs of learners from underrepresented backgrounds.
This position is designated
as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be
determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those
in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION AS
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR:
Earned doctorate in mathematics, science, social studies, literacy education, or similar
field with an emphasis on multilingualism, equity, and/or social justice.
Distinguished scholarly expertise in mathematics, science,
social studies, literacy education, or related field with an emphasis on multilingualism, equity, and social justice commensurate with the
rank of Associate or Full Professor with tenure.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Evidence of successfully
integrating diversity and social justice in teaching practices at the postsecondary level, including evidence of meeting needs of learners
from underrepresented backgrounds.
Professional experience with formal K-12 school systems.
This position is designated as a
critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to
be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth
programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
Requirements for appointment at the rank of
Professor:
Distinction and sustained effectiveness in teaching, advising, service and other assigned duties, curricular
development, awards and recognition;
Distinction in scholarship, as evidenced in wide recognition and significant contributions to the
field or profession; and
Exemplary institutional and professional service.
What We Would Like You to Have
Experience
recruiting, supporting, and retaining K12 educators and/or higher education faculty from underrepresented backgrounds.
Successful
professional experiences working with bilingual and/or ESOL programs at the K12 or higher education level.
Commitment to and experience
working with multiple teaching modalities to meet diverse student needs.
Evidence of effectively mentoring and advising a diverse
student body.
Evidence of success in grant writing and securing external funding.
Working Conditions / Work
Schedule
Special Instructions to Applicants
This posting has been reopened in order to expand the original
applicant pool.
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by December 31, 2022. Applications
will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is
filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
When applying you will be required to attach
the following electronic documents:
1) A Curriculum VItae; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and
experience have prepared you for this position.
3) A Diversity Statement: Please provide a two-page statement that addresses your
experiences with and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in your teaching, research, and service. (Please upload as a separate
document.)
You will also be required to submit the names of at least five professional references, their e-mail addresses and
telephone numbers as part of the application process.
For additional information please contact: Cory Buxton at [email protected].
OSU is committed to the health of our local and global
community. All employees and students are required to comply with the universitys COVID-19 Vaccination Program. Please visit https://covid.oregonstate.edu/ for additional information about OSUs plans for
safety and success, as well as options for compliance with the vaccination program.
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing
equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications
from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community
members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
This position is
designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and
be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and
those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all
minimum qualifications including the criminal history check requirement.
To apply, please visit: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/139950
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