Agricultural and Technology Education Non-Tenure Track Faculty; Pool

Agricultural and Technology Education Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

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. 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 all individuals, 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.

Teaching on-campus or online courses. Advising, evaluating and assisting students. Participating in Departmental faculty meetings and other Departmental functions.

BS Degree in Agricultural Education, Technology Education, or other field relevant to the position. MS Degree. Prior teaching experience directly related to the position for which you are applying. Experience teaching face-to-face, hybrid, and online courses using a Learning Management System. Demonstrated experience teaching interdisciplinary courses. Demonstrated knowledge of college student development.

The position for which you have applied MAYBE 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 or by emailing AFSMU. Any position less than.
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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.

The Department of Agricultural & Technology Education is housed within the College of Agriculture and has 6 faculty/staff members. The Department is dedicated to serving the needs of all students and stakeholders through a dynamic and comprehensive program of rural leadership, technological advancement, and proven scientific and educational practices. The Department offers two degree programs with two major options in each program:
Agricultural Education;
Broadfield Teaching or Communications, Leadership and Extension. Applied Technology Management;
Broadfield Teaching or Industry Option, as well as a teaching minor in Technology Education. The Department offers both an on-campus and online Master's degree.

As the foundation of the land grant mission at Montana State University, the College of Agriculture and the Montana Agricultural Experiment Station provide instruction in traditional and innovative degree programs and conduct research on old and new challenges for Montana's agricultural community. This integration creates opportunities for students and faculty to excel through hands-on learning, to serve through campus and community engagement, to explore unique solutions to distinct and interesting questions and to connect Montanans with the global community through research discoveries and outreach.

Multiple Positions

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.

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.

FLSA Status - Exempt

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume OR Curriculum Vitae