Adjunct Faculty (In Person and Online): Human Resources, Negotiations, and Diversity
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Adjunct Faculty (In Person and Online) – Human Resources, Negotiations, and Diversity
Cleary University invites candidates to apply for a position as an Adjunct Faculty in undergraduate coursework related to our courses in Human Resources Management, Negotiations, and Diversity for the Fall 2024 Semester (beginning in August 2024). The academic team at Cleary University seeks passionate, student-centered Adjunct Faculty who are highly engaging and intrinsically motivated to create meaningful, transformational, and dynamic learning experiences for our undergraduate student body, which includes traditional campus-based students, student athletes, and returning adult students at our Livingston (Howell, MI) campus and online.
We are looking for caring, supportive higher education professionals who are dedicated to playing a critical role in the early personal, cognitive, and social growth of students to fulfill Cleary University’s Mission to “provide an intimate and inclusive, student-centered business education that instills the values of The Cleary Mind™ in our community.” A key characteristic for these individuals is their dedication to forming a set of strong professional skills that students will use throughout their undergraduate education and professional careers.
In particular, we are looking for Adjunct Faculty who possess relevant professional and teaching experience to instruct the following undergraduate courses (initial assignments, with other coursework possible in the future):
- Human Resources Management
- Negotiations Skills
- Cross-cultural Diversity
Adjunct Faculty Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate in-person classes that personally engage students using active, hands-on activities in the classroom and via fully online courses.
- Utilize the Canvas learning management system to deliver instruction (using an existing course structure and University-selected textbook/content materials, which faculty are welcome to supplement) and in-person student engagement using tools and features to deliver course content and record classroom attendance, grades, and assignments according to Cleary University instructional expectations.
- Practice interactive pedagogical techniques to engage students and enhance the student experience in the classroom.
- Implement relevant, creative, and effective teaching methodologies to engage learners and inspire original thinking, problem solving, global sustainability, professional communications, ethics and entrepreneurial mindset
- Assess student learning based on institutional outcomes, course goals and objectives in an unbiased, timely, and respectful manner.
- Hold regularly scheduled office hours (minimum of one hour per week for each three semester credit hour course) and be available to students on a regular basis.
- Work collaboratively with other faculty members, departments, and staff to develop a meaningful experience for students.
- Embrace education for diverse, global, and multi-cultural students.
Required Qualifications and Skills
- An earned master’s degree from an institutionally (i.e., regionally) accredited college/university in human resources management, communications and negotiations, or a closely-related discipline, with at least 18 graduate semester credits in relevant coursework.
- One to three years of undergraduate teaching experience with the course (as specified above) at the university/college level, with preference given to those candidates with one to three years of current professional experience in human resources management, communications and negotiations, or a closely-related discipline.
- Ability to learn and use the Canvas learning management system, Zoom video conferencing, Microsoft Office applications, and other software programs for communicating with students, faculty leadership, and faculty peers.
- Ability to embrace The Cleary Mind™ as the University’s approach to building each student’s professional skills required by the workforce and job market.
- Ability to apply professional experiences to inform and inspire students about real-world projects, situations, and challenges.
Reports To: Cleary University Dean of Undergraduate Studies
Available: Fall 2024 Semester Courses (Beginning in August 2024)
Application Instructions
Visit https://cleary.edu/about-cleary/employment/ to submit an application for the position.
A complete application includes a cover letter that addresses the position responsibilities, required qualifications, and required skills, and a current resume/CV (which should include the contact information for three professional references with their e-mails, telephone numbers, and relationships to the candidate).
Diversity
Cleary University is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Cleary strongly believes that workforce diversity creates an environment in which its employees can thrive. Cleary understands and embraces the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. Cleary University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Cleary encourages interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities.
Why Work at Cleary?
Cleary University is dedicated to attracting and retaining a diverse and talented workforce. We offer competitive salary and benefits packages for regular staff members, which include:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Short- and long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health and wellness benefit
- Tuition grants for employees and family members
- Paid professional development
- Paid personal days
- Much more!
Our Core Values
The work we do at Cleary is guided by four core values:
- Students First – We are personally invested in our students’ lives. We empathize with our student’s challenges and the student’s journey to improve their life. We seek to treat each student as a friend or family member.
- Collaboratively Engaged – We proactively work together to advance the university mission and student success. We avoid working in silos and seek to break down barriers across teams. We go above and beyond to support one another beyond the confines of our specific roles.
- Community-Centered – We actively represent the university as ambassadors to our communities. We listen to and acknowledge the needs of our communities. We seek a mutually beneficial relationship ultimately working towards the betterment and well-being of our communities.
- Always Find a Way – We have a determined and resourceful mindset that looks for alternatives and solutions, even in the face of challenges or obstacles. We are persistent, creative, and adaptable in problem-solving, and refuse to give up easily.
These 4 principles guide our organizational culture and are integrated into all aspects of our institution. We welcome candidates who embody these core values and who are committed to integrating them into their work.
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