CONTACT INFORMATION: Human Resources 325-670-1259 or careers@hsutx.edu
SUMMARY/SCOPE:
The Holland School of Science and Mathematics
invites candidates to apply to join a growing area of the university. The
University is expanding heavily in STEM initiatives including engineering,
technology, and health care. The Computer Science department will be an
integral part of this growth. The
department has a solid student group with near 100% placement for graduates
while also supporting other areas such as cybersecurity.
The CS department is
looking for an experienced candidate to lead the department and teach
undergraduate courses. The candidate must possess a Ph.D. in computer science
or a related field and have at least 5 years’ experience in higher-ed. The
teaching load is 9-12 credits per semester and the contract may include an
additional stipend for department head. In addition to teaching, administrative
duties include program oversight and assessment, curriculum management, managing
finances, marketing, and recruitment strategy, etc. The CS department teaches
topics in programming, database, networking, cybersecurity, artificial
intelligence, UI/UX, system administration, and web development. While the
primary focus is imparting knowledge in the classroom, it is the goal of the CS
department to develop students into productive community members; therefore,
experience outside the classroom of mentoring and discipling is also expected.
APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS:
Candidate for this position must
submit the following application materials via Cornerstone Applicant
Management System: (1) Cover letter describing how the candidate fits the
duties, responsibilities, and qualifications described for this position, (2)
Current curriculum vitae (CV), (3) Evidence of teaching ability and a teaching
philosophy statement, (4) Statement of Christian Faith, and (5) at
least three letters of reference providing information as to how the candidate
can fulfill the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications described for this
position. Applicants
should have reference letters emailed directly to Mrs. Laura Seaton (laura.seaton@hsutx.edu).
Provide exemplary teaching of
introductory and upper-level Computer Science classes.
Advise current and prospective
students studying Computer Science.
Collaborate effectively with
faculty, staff, administrators, and members of the community.
Participate in recruitment and
marketing activities for the Computer Science program as well as the
university.
Provide service to the university
through involvement in committees as well as university activities (e.g.,
commencement).
Engage in ongoing scholarly work
as well as professional development.
Administrative oversight of
department including
assessment, curriculum management, managing finances, marketing, and
recruitment strategy, etc.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Primary
oversight of CS faculty and student workers.
COMPETENCIES: As a part of a Teaching Philosophy, address each competency listed below describing your background and qualifications in each area.
Interview decisions are partially based on this information.
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.
Analytical - Synthesizes complex
or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and
experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and
persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets
clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation
skills; participates in meetings.
Performance
Coaching -
Defines responsibilities and expectations; sets goals and objectives; gives
performance feedback; motivates for increased results; recognizes
contributions; encourages training and development.
Strategic
Thinking -
Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands organization's
strengths & weaknesses; analyzes market and competition; identifies
external threats and opportunities; adapts strategy to changing conditions.
Achievement
Focus - Sets
and achieves challenging goals; demonstrates persistence and overcomes
obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence; recognizes and acts on
opportunities; takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES (Language, Mathematical, Reasoning and Computer Skills):
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most
complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive
inquiries or complaints. Ability to write speeches and articles using original
or innovative techniques or style. Ability to make effective and persuasive
speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top
management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to comprehend and apply principles of
advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory. Ability to
work with concepts such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations,
and proofs of theorems.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability
to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of
intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism
(formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.,) in its most
difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete
variables.
COMPUTER SKILLS: To
perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word
Processing software; Spreadsheet software; Internet software; Computer-Aided
Design (CAD) software, Design software; Payroll systems and Order processing
systems.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Ph.D. in Computer Science (or closely related area) is
required.
Five years’
experience in higher-ed is required.
Administrative experience is preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
None are required for this position at this time.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job,
the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk and talk or hear.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
The job is sedentary in nature. Must be
able to sit for long periods of time while performing office and computer
operations.
Must be able to stand and walk during
teaching and programming events/activities.
Must be able to make trips across campus
to various buildings and offices.
Specific vision abilities required by
this job include ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment
characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
The
noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This position
is a Full-Time, Exempt Level Faculty position with a teaching load at the
Hardin-Simmons University campus.
In addition to
teaching, this position often requires extensive evening and/or week-end work
in order to meet academic deadlines and/or to attend various campus events,
graduation ceremonies, etc.
Ability to
travel for recruiting or training is desired.
Must have and
maintain a valid Class C Driver’s License and maintain a clear driving record
to be insurable under the university liability policy.
Must be able to
drive to complete work assignments on and off campus, as needed.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: For more information concerning benefits offered to HSU employees, see the HSU Benefits Summary on the HSU website.