| Position Title: |
Assistant or Associate Professor of Construction Technology & Management (9-Month, Tenure-Track) |
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| Location: |
Multiple Locations |
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| Department: |
38220 - Construction
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| Advertised Salary: |
$72,000-$95,000 Salary commensurate with education, experience, and other requirements. Comprehensive benefits package (health care, vacation, etc.) |
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| FLSA: |
Exempt |
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| Temporary/Continuing: |
Continuing |
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| Part-Time/Full-Time: |
Full-Time |
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| Union Group: |
Ferris Faculty Association (MEA-NEA) |
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| Term of Position: |
9 Month |
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| At Will/Just Cause: |
Just Cause |
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| Summary of Position: |
The Department of Construction Technology & Management invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor Level. Primary responsibilities include teaching and advising students in a four-year BS Construction Management program (accredited by ACCE). Teaching assignments will be from a wide range of construction technology and construction management topics. Position may require teaching online or at off-campus location in Grand Rapids. |
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| Position Type: |
Faculty - Temporary & Continuing |
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| Required Education: |
1. Master's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Construction Technology, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering or appropriate related field AND five years full-time US construction experience (commercial or industrial).
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2. Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Construction Technology, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering or appropriate related field AND an MBA plus five years full-time US construction experience (commercial or industrial) with increasing levels of responsibility.
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3. Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Construction Technology, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering or appropriate related field and eight years full-time US construction experience (commercial or industrial) with increasing levels of responsibility. A Master's degree in field or an approved related field will be required prior to tenure. |
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| Required Work Experience: |
Required work experience is based on degree attained.
If a candidate has a PhD in Construction Management, five years full-time US commercial or industrial construction experience is required.
If a candidate has a PhD in a closely related field, but not actually Construction Management, the Master's degree must be in Construction Management and five years full-time commercial or industrial construction experience is required. |
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| Physical Demands: |
- Office Environment
- Moving
- Sitting
- Standing
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| Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered: |
Preference will be given to candidates with strong industry experience in mechanical and electrical construction practices or BIM/VDC or civil engineering with a surveying focus. |
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| Essential Duties/Responsibilities: |
Teach full-time during the 9-month academic year. Full-time status is defined by the faculty contract with the university and currently is defined as 24 credit hours or 36 contact hours per academic year but may be limited by contact hours or student credit hours per the contract. The anticipated start date of this position is August 2024.
Teaching occurs primarily face-to-face on the main campus in Big Rapids, MI. However, assignments may include teaching at our Grand Rapids location (approximately a one-hour drive from the main campus) or on-line. Typical Grand Rapids course assignments are limited to one evening per week in semesters in which the course is sequenced. Assignments are made based upon expertise and faculty load.
Course assignments may include any course taught within the four-year degree sequence.
Recruitment of students (including Dawg Days, Admitted Student Days, visits to high schools or career tech centers, and other University-outreach events) will occur throughout the academic year and include some Saturdays.
Serve on program committees and represent the program on College and University committees.
Faculty members also have professional responsibilities which include advising students, orientation and registration of students, participation in University committees, keeping regularly posted office hours (which are scheduled at times convenient for students), and participation in traditional functions which have academic significance (ex. reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time). Faculty members may be required to teach off- campus or in and online environment.
Demonstrate an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members.
Perform duties in accordance with established University policies.
Act as liaison between the program and professional organizations through active, individual involvement and, potentially as the program-appointed representative.
Enthusiastically support student success through active involvement with individual students and student organizations and student competitions, both within and outside of the classroom.
Remain current in the profession, both in content and licensure, if holding such licenses is considered important in the position.
The position reports to the Director of the School of Built Environment through the Program Coordinator.
The University philosophy places excellence in teaching as the first priority while encouraging involvement in scholarly activity.
Work with colleagues to develop new curricular initiatives and on accreditation documentation preparation.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area. |
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| Marginal Duties/Responsibilities: |
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| Skills and Abilities: |
Demonstrated commitment, experience and understanding for diversity, equity, and inclusion. |
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| Required Documents: |
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcript 1
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| Optional Documents: |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcripts of appropriate degree. Transcripts must include: institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalists will be required to submit an official transcript.
Other (OPTIONAL): Applicant may attach additional documents that may be important to the position (Professional licenses, second degrees, etc.) |
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Initial Application Review Date:
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June 11, 2024 |
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| Open Until Position is Filled?: |
Yes |
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Posting Close Date:
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| EEO Statement: |
Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement. |
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