Adjunct Faculty – Ag. Business (On-Campus)

POSITION SUMMARY: The Ag.
Business Adjunct Faculty is responsible to the Chair of the Business Department.
The position is part-time and does not offer benefits, as specified in the handbook.
The successful candidate will have responsibility for teaching across the Business curriculum.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Represent the biblical worldview, mission, vision, and core values of HLGU by one’s statements, teaching, and deportment Respectful of the history, heritage, and values of HLGU Represent HLGU well, both on and off campus Prepare and teach courses Grade and return exams and homework in a timely fashion Stay current in teaching field, textbooks, and instructional resources Assist in evaluating, planning, and revising curriculum in response to changing cultural and vocational needs Start each class on time and fill the scheduled time with appropriate content and procedures Seek Academic Office approval before changing class dates or for any class cancellations Report all missed or cancelled class times or office hours to the academic office Implement and manage procedures to insure records and student information is properly handled Track student attendance on the campus software system Submit grades on the campus software system by deadlines set in the Registrar’s Office Communicate through the official campus email system which is encrypted to meet federal guidelines for student privacy rights (FERPA) Submit textbook orders on the software system Follow all HLGU institutional and instructional policies and procedures Sign and return all contracts, addendum overload contracts, etc.
, by the deadline Submit syllabi, semester schedules, final grades, professional development plans and reports, performance evaluations, etc.
, on time Track relevant student data for Student Learning Improvement Assessment as required by department plans Participate in departmental cycle for Academic Program Review (APR) and all other Accreditation Reaffirmation self-study efforts Seek Academic Office approval before engaging guest speakers or planning field trips Requisition and gain approval before purchasing equipment or supplies Contact academic chair and/or the academic office concerning student issues that may lead to disciplinary action Contact the Vice President for Academic Administration concerning academic dishonesty Follow all other institutional and instructional policies and procedures as established and as will be, from time to time, developed Attend faculty and department meetings, workshops and in-service training Represent the department as necessary to outside constituents like prospective students DEPARTMENTAL RELATIONSHIPS This position answers ultimately to the university President, but is accountable to the department and/or division chair, and the Vice President for Academic Administration.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Working knowledge of word processing, email programs, spreadsheets, and databases.
Ability to learn to use aspects of HLGU’s current Electronic Records Program (ERP) and Learning Management System (LMS), especially the Faculty Portal.
No heavy lifting or unusual physicals needs are contemplated for this job.
Must have values consistent with the mission and purpose of Hannibal-LaGrange University.
Must agree to sign, and abide by the standards of employment on the back of the application, and in the employee handbook.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING A master’s degree in the academic content area or in business with experience in agriculture is required Vocational business experience preferred Committed evangelical Christian and active church member Prior teaching experience in higher education is desired Academic qualifications appropriate for responsibilities Evidence of mastery of the subject(s) to be taught Desire to instill Christian values through teaching and personal example Founded in 1858, Hannibal-LaGrange University is a four-year Christian university located in Hannibal, Missouri, just 100 miles north of St.
Louis, Missouri.
The mission of Hannibal-LaGrange University is to provide an excellent education in both liberal arts and professional disciplines in a distinctively Christian environment that integrates Christian faith and learning in preparing graduates for personal and career effectiveness.
To apply, please submit an application, including a cover letter and current CV.
In addition to articulating interest and qualifications, cover letters should highlight the candidate’s commitment to Jesus Christ, his/her understanding of teaching as a Christian vocation, and articulate an understanding of the integration of Christianity and his/her discipline.
For any questions regarding the position, contact Human Resources at 573-629-3058, or via email at humanresources@hlg.
edu.
Hannibal-LaGrange University seeks to employ qualified individuals without regard to age, sex, race, color, national origin, or disability, who can function effectively within the University’s mission and purposes.