Instructor, Assistant or Associate Professor of Nursing

Expectation and Condition of Employment

Howard Payne University, a church-related institution affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, seeks to employ evangelical Christians who are dedicated to teaching and service as they model the principles of the Christian faith and the University’s sincere religious beliefs.

Howard Payne University (hereafter, University) is committed to the integration of learning and Christian faith in the pursuit of truth. Employees are expected to embrace the Christian Mission Statement and Core Values of the University and must support the University’s affirmation of traditional Christian and Baptist beliefs by leading lives of service through active involvement in Christian activities both on campus and through a local church.

Howard Payne University is a Christ-centered academic community dedicated to excellence by developing and equipping the whole person for intellectual inquiry, personal and professional integrity, and service to God and humanity.

We believe and affirm that the University as an institution and each individual called to serve the Lord at Howard Payne should strive to demonstrate a commitment to these five Core Values:

• Centered on Christ (cf. Col. 3:17, Matt. 7:24)
• Focused on Community (cf. Eph. 4:4-6, 1 Pet. 3:8)
• Called to Service (cf. Mark 10:45, Phil. 2:3-5)
• Committed to Excellence (cf. Gen. 1:31, 1 Cor. 9:24)
• Dedicated to Stewardship (cf. Gen. 2:15, 1 Pet. 4:10)

As a condition of employment, employees agree to be paid by Direct Deposit. Applicants offered contingent employment based on the University obtaining a clean background check agree the contingent offer of employment may be revoked based on the information obtained in the background check.

If offered employment, your acceptance will indicate that you have read and agree to the Expectations and Conditions above.

To be considered for this position, please submit the following:

• a letter of application addressing in detail how you meet the position requirements
• a resume or CV (curriculum vitae)
• unofficial transcripts
• a completed HPU Employment Application

Conducts University courses for undergraduate students by performing the Essential Duties and Responsibilities listed below.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. The Dean, School of Nursing may assign other duties.

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the University’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: