Assistant Professor - Educational Administration

Assistant Professor - Educational Administration

Assistant Professor - Educational Administration

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Professor - Educational Administration.

Location:

Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi,
United States

Division:
Educational Research and Administration

Position Type:
Faculty

Employment Status:
Full Time

Grant Funded:
No

Pay Grade: Generic Grade

Posting Close Date:
Open Until Filled

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

The School of Education at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) invites applicants for a tenure‑track position beginning in August 2026 with requirements to be physically present on the Hattiesburg campus. We aim to recruit applicants who will emphasize training students to become reflective practitioners who use action research and data‑driven inquiry to solve real‑world challenges in education. This position emphasizes instructional excellence, mentorship of aspiring school and district leaders, and the application of improvement science and evidence‑based strategies in P–12 systems.

This position will primarily support the Specialist and Doctoral programs in Educational Administration. Courses include online delivery formats (synchronous and asynchronous). The successful candidate will bring practical experience and a proven record of transformational leadership as an educational leader. Qualified applicants will be prepared to contribute to the mission of the School of Education at the graduate level.

• Collaborating with colleagues on program development and assessment
• Engaging with community partner districts and schools.
• Teaching and mentoring students across programs.
• Contributing to the program and profession through service activities.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

A doctoral degree in Educational Administration or a closely related field (by August 2026). Five years of educational leadership experience at the school level, including principalship.

• Experience setting clear student performance expectations and providing meaningful feedback on student work.
• Experience and/or familiarity with technology use, particularly in the online learning environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in school improvement, strategic planning, or data‑driven decision‑making.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver accurate, concise, and quality communication (verbal and written) in a timely manner to everyone.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills with faculty and school partners.

• Experience teaching graduate courses in educational administration and research/statistics.
• Experience supervising doctoral students in research, action research, capstone, or dissertation work.
• Knowledge of P‑12 improvement and methods to assess improvements.
• Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal accountability systems.
• Experience mentoring emerging leaders.

Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community‑engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

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