OCC Faculty Joplin, MO, OCC Position Faculty

Position: OCC Full-time Faculty Ozark Christian College Joplin, MO, United States OCC Position Faculty

Ozark Christian College is a single-purpose Bible college in Joplin, Missouri.

• Organization Name:
  Ozark Christian College
• Organization
  
  Location:
  
  Joplin, MO, United States
• Number of Employees: 150
• Average Weekly Church Attendance: 600-700

Position Description

Position Title: Full-time Faculty

Department: Academics

Reports to: Chief Academic Officer

Summary

The role of faculty at Ozark Christian College is one of spiritual leadership as well as academic instruction. Faculty are expected to meet the teaching/classroom expectations, research/service expectations, and participate in shared governance of academics as outlined in the Faculty Handbook. See letter G below for specific areas of interest.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach a course workload of 24 credit hours per year, as assigned by the deans of undergraduate studies and Lincoln Seminary. This workload may include multiple modalities (online, residential, etc.) and multiple levels (undergraduate and seminary), depending on faculty credentialing and institutional needs.
• Be available for constituent service to bless and maintain a close relationship with the church, model Christian service, and recruit future students.
• Accept committee assignments, complete student learning assessments, and participate in other activities consistent with being a member of the faculty.
• Post and maintain hours available for student consultation and mentoring.
• Advise an appropriate number of students.
• Affirm agreement with the Statement of Faith and the Statement on Marriage and Sexuality.
• Abide by all policies and procedures in the OCC Personnel Handbook and Faculty Handbook.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Model a Christ-centered life.
• Pastorally care for the well-being and success of students inside and outside the classroom.
• Possess commitment to lifelong learning and discipline‑specific expertise.
• Integrate biblical principles and a Christian worldview into all aspects of education.
• Communicate effectively in written and oral forms.
• Use appropriate and varied teaching methods.
• Keep course materials up‑to‑date and use instructional technology.
• Collaborate with other faculty and staff members.
• Maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information.

Supervision

• Number of Employees Supervised:
  Directly: 1 (if faculty member is approved to have a Grading Assistant). Indirectly: 0.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• A master’s degree with at least 18 credit hours in the area of instruction is required.
• A terminal degree in the relevant field of study is preferred. For teaching in seminary programs, a terminal degree is required.
• Those with previous experience in full‑time ministry and/or teaching at the collegiate level will be given preference.

Work Environment and

Physical Requirements

This role will routinely work indoors in classrooms, offices, meeting rooms, and libraries. They may stand for long periods while teaching in the classroom, but otherwise may remain seated while  professor will regularly be on a laptop or computer for many of the primary duties. The ability to work from such electronic devices without extreme eye strain or fatigue is a must.

In‑office work will require the use of standard office equipment such as copiers, landline telephones, and printers. Must be able to travel occasionally for college‑related business.

Specific Areas of Interest

• Professor of Biblical Studies (undergrad and seminary)
• Professor of Theology (undergrad and seminary)
• Professor of Apologetics and Philosophy (undergrad and seminary)

Application

This is a full‑time position. To apply, submit the OCC application, cover letter, and CV to hr. Please indicate your preferred area of interest (part G). You may indicate more than one area.

CAMPUS SAFETY

In compliance with the Clery Act, Ozark Christian College publishes annual reports containing information about crime prevention, reporting policies, crime statistics, and other safety and security‑related information. The college also maintains daily crime and fire logs. To view OCC’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report go to occ.edu/security. Hard copies are also available upon request at the Ozark Christian College Student Affairs…