Assistant Professor of Instruction or Practice, Department of Public Administration - College

Assistant Professor of Instruction or Practice – Department of Public Administration, College for Health, Community and Policy

Location: San Antonio, TX

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job : 15380

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Salary Range: Up to $55,000/Annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

This position is an opportunity to serve students in two academic programs that prepare students to lead as innovators in public service. Courses in the Master of Public Administration program will remain at the Downtown Campus with proximity to community leaders and the nonprofit sector. The position also includes teaching in the Bachelor of Public Administration and Policy program, which has been recognized for exemplary experiential and career‑engaged learning.

The programs are deeply rooted in the local community, and faculty bring critical thinking and problem‑solving to their research and teaching.

This position would have a baseline teaching requirement of four undergraduate or graduate courses in the Public Administration Department each semester, and may include administrative appointments, such as undergraduate advisor of record and/or internship coordinator, which would reduce this teaching load.

• For the Assistant Professor of Instruction position, a terminal degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, or related field.
• For the Assistant Professor of Practice position, a Master’s degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, or related field.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.

• Teaching experience at the college level, especially incorporating active or experiential learning, and administrative experience at the college level.
• Engagement in service related to undergraduate students, potentially including curriculum and competency development, advising, and recruitment/retention is preferred.
• Alternative experiences such as a professional background in the public or non‑profit sector will also be considered.

To apply, applicants must upload the following in a single PDF document:

• A current curriculum vitae.
• Complete contact information for at least three professional references.
• A teaching statement (one page limit).
• Letter of interest describing the applicant's professional experience, highlighting any experience in teaching or academic administration.

Initial review of applications will begin immediately and will remain open until filled. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the affirmative action program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.

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