Faculty Specialist I/II/Master - School of Public Affairs and Administration - Terminal/2 Year Appt
Western Michigan University
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Posted: 16-Jan-25
Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan
Internal Number: 3251
Job Description:
Teach graduate courses in public and nonprofit finance/budgeting, quantitative analysis, economic principles, and community development.
Teach introductory undergraduate courses in public and nonprofit service.
Assist in recruiting undergraduate students.
Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
Participate in departmental and college service.
Short Job Description:
MPA or closely related degree from an accredited institiution with 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in the government or non-profit sector, OR
Ph.D. in Public Administration or related discipline from an accredited institution (ABD is acceptable with evidence of expected graduation on or before Spring 2026).
Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching.
Evidence of commitment to diversity and inclusion.
One of the top-100 public universities in the United States, Western Michigan University is committed to being learner centered, discovery driven and globally engaged. Founded in 1903, what was once Western Michigan College became Michigan's fourth public university in 1957. Since then, WMU has undergone dramatic growth in size and stature. Today, the University offers more than 240 academic programs to students pursuing degrees through the doctoral level. More than 20 percent of its 25,000 students are enrolled in graduate course work, studying in disciplines ranging from atomic physics and graph theory to medieval literature and blind rehabilitation. Of 101 graduate offerings available, 30 lead to a doctoral degree.