External Applicants

The University defines applicant as an individual who has completed and signed a Southeastern University formal application. Individuals who have only submitted a cover letter and/or resume are considered employment prospects, who may or may not be invited to the University to complete a standard application.

Applicants for positions must submit a standard University application form to the Department of Human Resources, accompanied by whatever other information or material is required by the vacancy announcement. Applications may be obtained from the Human Resources office.

The University relies upon the accuracy of information in the employment application, as well as the accuracy of the data presented throughout the hiring process and employment. Any misrepresentations, falsifications, or material omissions in the application or dates used during the hiring process, may result in the University's exclusion of the individual from further consideration for employment or, if the person has been hired, immediate termination of employment.

Southeastern University is now accepting applications for the following positions:

Faculty Positions

• Accounting Professor
• Chair Department for Business and Information Technology Management
• Chair Department for Public Administration
• Criminal Justice Professor
• Health Administrative Professor
• Public Administration Professor
• Public Administration Professor
• Financial Management Professor
• Management Professor

Administrative Positions

• Director of Library Services
• Career Services Director
• Director of Institutional Research
• Registrar

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Accounting Professor

Southeastern University is accepting applications for a full time Accounting Professor position starting in late September 2008. Principal responsibilities include teaching 4 courses per quadmester during the academic year (September through June).  Summer workloads provide the faculty member, in consultation with the Department Chair, and with the approval of the Dean, with an option to select one of three courses of activity:

1.         Teach up to 4 courses (at least 12 contact hours per week);
2.         2 courses teaching load and demonstrated proof of revision of two classes;
3.         Demonstrate proof of professional activity, whether in the form of a publication, field-related, research, or some summer program of field-related study and/or research.
4.         Direct or assist in the implementation of the College Access Program.

                       
Qualifications:  Candidates must have an earned doctorate (or other terminal degree) and a minimum of five years evidence of teaching effectiveness in accounting courses at the college/university level.  For accounting, a Master’s level degree, when accompanied by the Certified Public Accountancy (CPA) license, will qualify for terminal degree status.  In addition to a record of scholarly accomplishments, teaching and administrative experience on a college or university level, candidates should have strong interpersonal and communication skills, an entrepreneurial spirit and be able to articulate their vision of the role of a department business and information systems in a rich academic environment.  Candidates must also demonstrate a proven ability to work effectively with students and peers in support of the University’s mission to provide a practical, professional education to working adults to include a willingness to follow a flexible schedule that will include day, evening and weekend hours.  A record of successful collaboration with other campus units and external agencies should be evident.

To Apply:  Candidates should submit a letter of application addressing the qualifications and expectations noted above, a current curriculum vita, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three persons from whom letters of reference may be requested.  Requests for confidentiality until the final phase of the search will be honored.  Nominations and applications should be forwarded to:  Gigi R. Washington, Search Consultant, Southeastern University, 501 I Street, SW, Washington, DC, 20024.  For best consideration, please submit by September 5, 2008.  Southeastern University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit us online at www.seu.edu.

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Chair Department for Business and Information Technology Management

The Department of Business and Information Systems Management invites nominations and applications for The Department Chairperson.  This position carries a 12-month appointment.  
Summary: The Chair, Business and Information Systems for the Department of Academic Affairs is a member of the faculty at Southeastern University and serves as an academic and administrative leader. The Chair reports to the Dean of Faculty and Administrative Affairs and interfaces with the campus academic personnel, and the campus president for the efficient and effective delivery of their assigned programs. The Chair is responsible for fulfilling all duties in conformity with the policies and procedures of the University as well as those processes and mechanisms developed on the campus at which the program is offered.

The Chair position carries a two-course reduction in teaching load, so that the Chair teaches (2) two courses for (3) three quadmesters during the academic year, September through June.  The Chair is expected to be on campus during hours that accommodate the business of the department and a minimum of five days a week.  It is expected that the days on campus will coincide with the course offerings in that department.  As the administrative representative of the Department in community involvement (internal and external to the University), the Chair will also serve as the departmental “point” person in partnerships formed in the community.

 

Duties:

A. The chairperson is responsible for the direction of all personnel in the department and the quality of academic instruction.

B.   The chairperson shall, together with all full-time faculty members of the department, meet as a committee of the whole and be responsible for the following:

1. Preparing the department budget, except for individual salary lines, which are confidential for department purposes.  Should the proposed overall college budget be insufficient to meet all the proposed department budgets, allocation of department budgets shall occur after decision between the Dean and each chairperson.
2. Provide orientation for new professors to departmental policies, procedures, and expectations for the department and the university as a whole.
3. Coordinate and offer appropriate development opportunities for departmental faculty.
4. Lead, create, and manage departmental initiatives in student learning outcomes assessment; participate in university-wide learning outcomes assessment and institutional effectiveness. Establish, manage and assess departmental, program, and course level outcomes.
5. Prepare and maintain a list of qualified adjunct faculty.  Such a list must reflect an order of preference based on teaching competence, professional qualifications, and other criteria used in the hiring of full-time faculty.
6. Developing and recommending any modification in course prerequisites, course requirements, and program content and course sequences.
7. Make recommendations to the Dean and to the Curriculum Committee for new programs and/or majors.

8. Create public/private strategic alliances with area or national businesses to maintain a need-based, pragmatic curriculum to secure in-kind services, as well as internships and permanent job placement opportunities.
9. Work closely with university admissions to identify and recruit potential students for departmental program. Academic program planning in coordination with the Dean, other Chairs (as the case may arise in inter- and cross-disciplinary programs), as appropriate.
10. Allocate the department’s library budget.
11. Implement registration and counseling procedures. Chairs will be responsible for ensuring that full-time faculty provides academic counseling to all graduate level students in the department.
12. Contribute to the University’s strategic planning process, ensure an effective departmental operational plan and assessment of departmental processes; and, responsibility for annual academic program monitoring and review, and participate in the self- studies for all programs according to the University’s five year schedule. Notify the university librarian of the department’s library and media needs. Approve or disapprove requests for library purchases originating with department members.

C.   In addition to teaching responsibilities, the chairperson shall perform the following duties    either personally or by delegation:

1. Encourage and facilitate faculty research, effective teaching, on-line course development and teaching; university/community service, including University/business partnerships.
2. Actively participate in meetings and activities that ensure the continued compliance with the Characteristics of Excellence established by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education
3. Chair, or serve on, University committees as assigned or appointed. With the approval of the Dean, arrange for a faculty advisor for preregistration, registration, and orientation counseling.
4. Assign faculty schedules, subject to final approval by the Dean.
5.  Make recommendations concerning the retention and promotion of faculty, as well as approve any leave of the department faculty, in accordance with approved procedures.

1. Advise probationary faculty of upcoming evaluations in a timely manner, and present at the conclusion of the academic year a written evaluation of each full-time faculty member to that member and then to the Dean.

7. Evaluate the quality of examinations and the accuracy of grading within the department.
8. Receive, evaluate, and maintain a department file of course syllabi, making certain that three (3) copies of each syllabus for each of course taught by every faculty member are collected by the first day of each quadmester. The syllabi are to be distributed as follows: one copy to the department file; one copy to the Library; and one copy to with a report of outstanding syllabi to the Dean.
9. Call at least two (2) regular meetings of the department during each quadmester. Call at least two (2) meetings with students during each academic year. Prepare the agenda for, and preside at, department meetings, and appoint a representative to preside in his/her absence. Forward minutes of all department meetings, following department approval, to the Dean, and each faculty member of the department.
10. Submit annual and term reports to the Dean on the work of the department, and make such other reports as are requested by appropriate authorities.
11. Maintain a current inventory of the capital equipment assigned to the department.
12. Perform such other duties as are necessary for the efficient operation of the department and the University.

 

                       
Qualifications:  Candidates must have an earned doctorate and a minimum of five years expertise in one of the department’s academic areas.  In addition to a record of scholarly accomplishments, teaching and administrative experience on a college or university level, candidates should have strong interpersonal and communication skills, an entrepreneurial spirit and be able to articulate their vision of the role of a department business and information systems in a rich academic environment.  Candidates must also demonstrate a proven ability to work effectively with students and peers in support of the University’s mission to provide a practical, professional education to working adults.  A record of successful collaboration with other campus units and external agencies should be evident.

To Apply:  Candidates should submit a letter of application addressing the qualifications and expectations noted above, a current curriculum vita, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three persons from whom letters of reference may be requested.  Requests for confidentiality until the final phase of the search will be honored.  Nominations and applications should be forwarded to:  Gigi R. Washington, Search Consultant, Southeastern University, 501 I Street, SW, Washington, DC,  20024 .  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Southeastern University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit us online at www.seu.edu.

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Chair Department for Public Administration

The Department of Public Administration invites nominations and applications for The Department Chairperson.  This position carries a 12-month appointment.  
Summary: The Chair, Public Administration for the Department of Academic Affairs is a member of the faculty at Southeastern University and serves as an academic and administrative leader. The Chair reports to the Dean of Faculty and Administrative Affairs and interfaces with the campus academic personnel, and the campus president for the efficient and effective delivery of their assigned programs. The Chair is responsible for fulfilling all duties in conformity with the policies and procedures of the University as well as those processes and mechanisms developed on the campus at which the program is offered.

The Chair position carries a two-course reduction in teaching load, so that the Chair teaches (2) two courses for (3) three quadmesters during the academic year, September through June.  The Chair is expected to be on campus during hours that accommodate the business of the department and a minimum of five days a week.  It is expected that the days on campus will coincide with the course offerings in that department.  As the administrative representative of the Department in community involvement (internal and external to the University), the Chair will also serve as the departmental “point” person in partnerships formed in the community.

Duties:

A. The chairperson is responsible for the direction of all personnel in the department and the quality of academic instruction.

B.   The chairperson shall, together with all full-time faculty members of the department,  meet as a committee of the whole and be responsible for the following:

1. Preparing the department budget, except for individual salary lines, which are confidential for department purposes.  Should the proposed overall college budget be insufficient to meet all the proposed department budgets, allocation of department budgets shall occur after decision between the Dean and each chairperson.
2. Provide orientation for new professors to departmental policies, procedures, and expectations for the department and the university as a whole.
3. Coordinate and offer appropriate development opportunities for departmental faculty.
4. Lead, create, and manage departmental initiatives in student learning outcomes assessment; participate in university-wide learning outcomes assessment and institutional effectiveness. Establish, manage and assess departmental, program, and course level outcomes.
5. Prepare and maintain a list of qualified adjunct faculty.  Such a list must reflect an order of preference based on teaching competence, professional qualifications, and other criteria used in the hiring of full-time faculty.
6. Developing and recommending any modification in course prerequisites, course requirements, and program content and course sequences.
7. Make recommendations to the Dean and to the Curriculum Committee for new programs and/or majors.

8. Create public/private strategic alliances with area or national businesses to maintain a need-based, pragmatic curriculum to secure in-kind services, as well as internships and permanent job placement opportunities.
9. Work closely with university admissions to identify and recruit potential students for departmental program. Academic program planning in coordination with the Dean, other Chairs (as the case may arise in inter- and cross-disciplinary programs), as appropriate.
10. Allocate the department’s library budget.
11. Implement registration and counseling procedures. Chairs will be responsible for ensuring that full-time faculty provides academic counseling to all graduate level students in the department.
12. Contribute to the University’s strategic planning process, ensure an effective departmental operational plan and assessment of departmental processes; and, responsibility for annual academic program monitoring and review, and participate in the self- studies for all programs according to the University’s five year schedule. Notify the university librarian of the department’s library and media needs. Approve or disapprove requests for library purchases originating with department members.

C.   In addition to teaching responsibilities, the chairperson shall perform the following duties    either personally or by delegation:

1. Encourage and facilitate faculty research, effective teaching, on-line course development and teaching; university/community service, including University/business partnerships.
2. Actively participate in meetings and activities that ensure the continued compliance with the Characteristics of Excellence established by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
3. Chair, or serve on, University committees as assigned or appointed. With the approval of the Dean, arrange for a faculty advisor for preregistration, registration, and orientation counseling.
4. Assign faculty schedules, subject to final approval by the Dean.
5.  Make recommendations concerning the retention and promotion of faculty, as well as approve any leave of the department faculty, in accordance with approved procedures.

1. Advise probationary faculty of upcoming evaluations in a timely manner, and present at the conclusion of the academic year a written evaluation of each full-time faculty member to that member and then to the Dean.

7. Evaluate the quality of examinations and the accuracy of grading within the department.
8. Receive, evaluate, and maintain a department file of course syllabi, making certain that three (3) copies of each syllabus for each of course taught by every faculty member are collected by the first day of each quadmester. The syllabi are to be distributed as follows: one copy to the department file; one copy to the Library; and one copy to with a report of outstanding syllabi to the Dean.
9. Call at least two (2) regular meetings of the department during each quadmester. Call at least two (2) meetings with students during each academic year. Prepare the agenda for, and preside at, department meetings, and appoint a representative to preside in his/her absence. Forward minutes of all department meetings, following department approval, to the Dean, and each faculty member of the department.
10. Submit annual and term reports to the Dean on the work of the department, and make such other reports as are requested by appropriate authorities.
11. Maintain a current inventory of the capital equipment assigned to the department.
12. Perform such other duties as are necessary for the efficient operation of the department and the University.

D. In carrying out the above duties, it is expected the chairpersons shall be on campus each week during the Academic Year (September – June): no fewer than three hours for each hour of released time granted to the chairperson for the performance of the duties specified above.  In addition, the chairperson shall be on campus on days of all formal registration periods, as listed in the academic calendar, and shall work such hours as are    necessary on each day of registration.  At all other times, chairpersons, individually or          jointly, are expected to maintain a campus presence commensurate with their departmental needs.

                       
Qualifications:  Candidates must have an earned doctorate and a minimum of five years expertise in one of the department’s academic areas.  In addition to a record of scholarly accomplishments, teaching and administrative experience on a college or university level, candidates should have strong interpersonal and communication skills, an entrepreneurial spirit and be able to articulate their vision of the role of a department business and information systems in a rich academic environment.  Candidates must also demonstrate a proven ability to work effectively with students and peers in support of the University’s mission to provide a practical, professional education to working adults to include a willingness to follow a flexible schedule that will include day, evening and weekend hours.  A record of successful collaboration with other campus units and external agencies should be evident.

To Apply:  Candidates should submit a letter of application addressing the qualifications and expectations noted above, a current curriculum vita, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three persons from whom letters of reference may be requested.  Requests for confidentiality until the final phase of the search will be honored.  Nominations and applications should be forwarded to:  Gigi R. Washington, Search Consultant, Southeastern University, 501 I Street, SW, Washington, DC,  20024 .  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Southeastern University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit us online at www.seu.edu.

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Criminal Justice Professor

Southeastern University is accepting applications for a full time Criminal Justice Professor position starting in late September 2008. Principal responsibilities include teaching 4 courses per quadmester during the academic year (September through June).  Summer workloads provide the faculty member, in consultation with the Department Chair, and with the approval of the Dean, with an option to select one of three courses of activity:

1.         Teach up to 4 courses (at least 12 contact hours per week);
2.         2 courses teaching load and demonstrated proof of revision of two classes;
3.         Demonstrate proof of professional activity, whether in the form of a publication, field-related, research, or some summer program of field-related study and/or research.
4.         Direct or assist in the implementation of the College Access Program.

                       
Qualifications:  Candidates must have an earned doctorate (or other terminal degree) and a minimum of five years evidence of teaching effectiveness at the college/university level.  In addition to a record of scholarly accomplishments, teaching and administrative experience on a college or university level, candidates should have strong interpersonal and communication skills, an entrepreneurial spirit and be able to articulate their vision of the role of a department business and information systems in a rich academic environment.  Candidates must also demonstrate a proven ability to work effectively with students and peers in support of the University’s mission to provide a practical, professional education to working adults to include a willingness to follow a flexible schedule that will include day, evening and weekend hours.  A record of successful collaboration with other campus units and external agencies should be evident.

To Apply:  Candidates should submit a letter of application addressing the qualifications and expectations noted above, a current curriculum vita, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three persons from whom letters of reference may be requested.  Requests for confidentiality until the final phase of the search will be honored.  Nominations and applications should be forwarded to:  Gigi R. Washington, Search Consultant, Southeastern University, 501 I Street, SW, Washington, DC,  20024 .  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Southeastern University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit us online at www.seu.edu.

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Director of Library Science

Southeastern University is accepting applications for a Director of Library Systems and Services. Principal responsibilities include:

• Monitor and maintain financial and budget records.
• Develop long range plans.
• Recruit, train and supervisor key staff.
• Coordinate central purchasing of all Library materials.
• Manages audiovisual equipment.
• Provide in-depth reference assistance to all Library users.
• Supervise the book/periodical/equipment purchases and search unit, assuring all materials are acquired on a timely basis.
• Monitor collection maintenance, classification and cataloging.
• Monitor interlibrary loans.
• Provide library tours.

 

                       
Qualifications:  Candidates must have an M.L.S. from an accredited institution and five years management experience.  Effective communication, organizational, analytical, and presentation skills. Strong commitment to user-focused services. Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, in a team environment, with the desire to contribute creative ideas and solutions. Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment. Familiarity with traditional and online reference resources in an academic environment. Demonstrable understanding of the role of information literacy in higher education. Knowledge of current trends and technologies in information literacy and library instruction.

To Apply:  Candidates should submit a letter of application addressing the qualifications and expectations noted above, a resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.  Requests for confidentiality until the final phase of the search will be honored.  Nominations and applications should be forwarded to:  Gigi R. Washington, Search Consultant, Southeastern University, 501 I Street, SW, Washington, DC, 20024.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Southeastern University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit us online at www.seu.edu.

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Health Administration Professor

Southeastern University is accepting applications for a full time Health Services Administration Professor position starting in late September 2008. Principal responsibilities include teaching 4 courses per quadmester during the academic year (September through June).  Summer workloads provide the faculty member, in consultation with the Department Chair, and with the approval of the Dean, with an option to select one of three courses of activity:

1.         Teach up to 4 courses (at least 12 contact hours per week);
2.         2 courses teaching load and demonstrated proof of revision of two classes;
3.         Demonstrate proof of professional activity, whether in the form of a publication, field-related, research, or some summer program of field-related study and/or research.
4.         Direct or assist in the implementation of the College Access Program.

                       
Qualifications:  Candidates must have an earned doctorate (or other terminal degree) and a minimum of five years evidence of teaching effectiveness at the college/university level.  In addition to a record of scholarly accomplishments, teaching and administrative experience on a college or university level, candidates should have strong interpersonal and communication skills, an entrepreneurial spirit and be able to articulate their vision of the role of a department business and information systems in a rich academic environment.  Candidates must also demonstrate a proven ability to work effectively with students and peers in support of the University’s mission to provide a practical, professional education to working adults to include a willingness to follow a flexible schedule that will include day, evening and weekend hours.  A record of successful collaboration with other campus units and external agencies should be evident.

To Apply:  Candidates should submit a letter of application addressing the qualifications and expectations noted above, a current curriculum vita, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three persons from whom letters of reference may be requested.  Requests for confidentiality until the final phase of the search will be honored.  Nominations and applications should be forwarded to:  Gigi R. Washington, Search Consultant, Southeastern University, 501 I Street, SW, Washington, DC, 20024.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Southeastern University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit us online at www.seu.edu.

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Public Administration Professor

Southeastern University is accepting applications for a full time Public Administration Professor position starting in late September 2008. Principal responsibilities include teaching 4 courses per quadmester during the academic year (September through June).  Summer workloads provide the faculty member, in consultation with the Department Chair, and with the approval of the Dean, with an option to select one of three courses of activity:

1.         Teach up to 4 courses (at least 12 contact hours per week);
2.         2 courses teaching load and demonstrated proof of revision of two classes;
3.         Demonstrate proof of professional activity, whether in the form of a publication, field-related, research, or some summer program of field-related study and/or research.
4.         Direct or assist in the implementation of the College Access Program.

                       
Qualifications:  Candidates must have an earned doctorate (or other terminal degree) and a minimum of five years evidence of teaching effectiveness at the college/university level.  In addition to a record of scholarly accomplishments, teaching and administrative experience on a college or university level, candidates should have strong interpersonal and communication skills, an entrepreneurial spirit and be able to articulate their vision of the role of a department business and information systems in a rich academic environment.  Candidates must also demonstrate a proven ability to work effectively with students and peers in support of the University’s mission to provide a practical, professional education to working adults to include a willingness to follow a flexible schedule that will include day, evening and weekend hours.  A record of successful collaboration with other campus units and external agencies should be evident.

To Apply:  Candidates should submit a letter of application addressing the qualifications and expectations noted above, a current curriculum vita, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three persons from whom letters of reference may be requested.  Requests for confidentiality until the final phase of the search will be honored.  Nominations and applications should be forwarded to:  Gigi R. Washington, Search Consultant, Southeastern University, 501 I Street, SW, Washington, DC, 20024.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Southeastern University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit us online at www.seu.edu.

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Career Services Director

Southeastern University is accepting applications for a Director of Career Development and Career Counseling. The incumbent will market the students of Southeastern University to employers by attending external job fairs, visiting employers (Human Resources), advertisement campaigns, networking, membership in trade associations, and attending and speaking at conferences.  Additionally, the Director is responsible for seeking grants and donations from companies.  Principal responsibilities include:

1. Act as primary liaison between employer and student to secure job placement, coops and internship opportunities.
2. Instruct students regarding personal presentation, resume writing, and job search skills.  Utilize various techniques including role playing, conversations with students, lectures, seminars, and by directing students to self-study resources.  Evaluate student’s level of maturity/development and determine techniques most helpful.
3. Counsel students regarding their career goals, work preferences, and placement decisions.
4. Facilitate employment fairs and on-campus recruiting with employers who specialize in the main curricula of the university.
5. Administer and interpret interest and personality inventories to assist students in career development.
6. Facilitate workshops throughout the year to improve the interpersonal skills of the students; resume writing, interviewing skills, values and self-esteem, and work ethics.
7. Maintain statistical data on the placement of graduates to include 6-month follow-up.
8. Work closely and become an integral part of the CAP and other external programs to mentor and improve college readiness of the students.
9. Develop and market co-op and internship job opportunities relevant to the main curricula of the university in the private and public sector to the students thus creating a state-of-the-art university employment center.
10. Coordinator for the Coop-Internship Program.  In conjunction with Department Chairs act as approving authority for student participation in the above programs.
11. Match co-op students to jobs, provide students with co-op/internship job descriptions, orient students to co-op positions/employers as well as program requirements.  Upon placement develop and maintain a confidential record-keeping system for counseling notes, applications, evaluations, resumes, transcripts, and other documents for students.  Supervise all students involved in co-op and internship programs by remaining in contact with employers to ensure success of both student and employer and ensure objectives of work experience are being met.
12. Recruit eligible students into both programs through various means including oral presentations to classes, orientation sessions and individual discussions with students.
13. For both co-op education and placement use such marketing methods as correspondence, publicity materials, telephone sources, personal visits to companies, as well as personal and professional contacts.
14. Review academic progresses of students and submit final grades.
15. Keep current with new developments in career development, job search techniques through reading, training programs, and professional associations.

 

                       
Qualifications:  Bachelor’s Degree required (Master’s preferred) from an accredited college or university.  Experience in Career Development, Cooperative Education and Job Placement.
Familiarity with the business community and employer skills requirement.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

To Apply:  Candidates should submit a letter of application addressing the qualifications and expectations noted above, a resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.  Requests for confidentiality until the final phase of the search will be honored.  Nominations and applications should be forwarded to:  Gigi R. Washington, Search Consultant, Southeastern University, 501 I Street, SW, Washington, DC, 20024.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  For best consideration, please submit by September 5, 2008.  Southeastern University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit us online at www.seu.edu.

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Chair Department for Liberal Studies

The Department of Liberal Studies invites nominations and applications for The Department Chairperson.  This position carries a 12-month appointment.  
Summary: The Chair, Liberal Studies for the Department of Academic Affairs is a member of the faculty at Southeastern University and serves as an academic and administrative leader. The Chair reports to the Dean of Faculty and Administrative Affairs and interfaces with the campus academic personnel, and the campus president for the efficient and effective delivery of their assigned programs. The Chair is responsible for fulfilling all duties in conformity with the policies and procedures of the University as well as those processes and mechanisms developed on the campus at which the program is offered.

The Chair position carries a two-course reduction in teaching load, so that the Chair teaches (2) two courses for (3) three quadmesters during the academic year, September through June.  The Chair is expected to be on campus during hours that accommodate the business of the department and a minimum of five days a week.  It is expected that the days on campus will coincide with the course offerings in that department.  As the administrative representative of the Department in community involvement (internal and external to the University), the Chair will also serve as the departmental “point” person in partnerships formed in the community.

Duties:

A. The chairperson is responsible for the direction of all personnel in the department and the quality of academic instruction.

B.   The chairperson shall, together with all full-time faculty members of the department, meet as a committee of the whole and be responsible for the following:

1. Preparing the department budget, except for individual salary lines, which are confidential for department purposes.  Should the proposed overall college budget be insufficient to meet all the proposed department budgets, allocation of department budgets shall occur after decision between the Dean and each chairperson.
2. Provide orientation for new professors to departmental policies, procedures, and expectations for the department and the university as a whole.
3. Coordinate and offer appropriate development opportunities for departmental faculty.
4. Lead, create, and manage departmental initiatives in student learning outcomes assessment; participate in university-wide learning outcomes assessment and institutional effectiveness. Establish, manage and assess departmental, program, and course level outcomes.
5. Prepare and maintain a list of qualified adjunct faculty.  Such a list must reflect an order of preference based on teaching competence, professional qualifications, and other criteria used in the hiring of full-time faculty.
6. Developing and recommending any modification in course prerequisites, course requirements, and program content and course sequences.
7. Make recommendations to the Dean and to the Curriculum Committee for new programs and/or majors.
8. Create public/private strategic alliances with area or national businesses to maintain a need-based, pragmatic curriculum to secure in-kind services, as well as internships and permanent job placement opportunities.

9. Work closely with university admissions to identify and recruit potential students for departmental program. Academic program planning in coordination with the Dean, other Chairs (as the case may arise in inter- and cross-disciplinary programs), as appropriate.
10. Allocate the department’s library budget.
11. Implement registration and counseling procedures. Chairs will be responsible for ensuring that full-time faculty provides academic counseling to all graduate level students in the department.
12. Contribute to the University’s strategic planning process, ensure an effective departmental operational plan and assessment of departmental processes; and, responsibility for annual academic program monitoring and review, and participate in the self- studies for all programs according to the University’s five year schedule. Notify the university librarian of the department’s library and media needs. Approve or disapprove requests for library purchases originating with department members.

C.   In addition to teaching responsibilities, the chairperson shall perform the following duties    either personally or by delegation:

1. Encourage and facilitate faculty research, effective teaching, on-line course development and teaching; university/community service, including University/business partnerships.
2. Actively participate in meetings and activities that ensure the continued compliance with the Characteristics of Excellence established by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
3. Chair, or serve on, University committees as assigned or appointed. With the approval of the Dean, arrange for a faculty advisor for preregistration, registration, and orientation counseling.
4. Assign faculty schedules, subject to final approval by the Dean.
5.  Make recommendations concerning the retention and promotion of faculty, as well as approve any leave of the department faculty, in accordance with approved procedures.

1. Advise probationary faculty of upcoming evaluations in a timely manner, and present at the conclusion of the academic year a written evaluation of each full-time faculty member to that member and then to the Dean.

7. Evaluate the quality of examinations and the accuracy of grading within the department.
8. Receive, evaluate, and maintain a department file of course syllabi, making certain that three (3) copies of each syllabus for each of course taught by every faculty member are collected by the first day of each quadmester. The syllabi are to be distributed as follows: one copy to the department file; one copy to the Library; and one copy to with a report of outstanding syllabi to the Dean.
9. Call at least two (2) regular meetings of the department during each quadmester. Call at least two (2) meetings with students during each academic year. Prepare the agenda for, and preside at, department meetings, and appoint a representative to preside in his/her absence. Forward minutes of all department meetings, following department approval, to the Dean, and each faculty member of the department.
10. Submit annual and term reports to the Dean on the work of the department, and make such other reports as are requested by appropriate authorities.
11. Maintain a current inventory of the capital equipment assigned to the department.
12. Perform such other duties as are necessary for the efficient operation of the department and the University.

D.  In carrying out the above duties, it is expected the chairpersons shall be on campus each week during the Academic Year (September – June): no fewer than three hours for each hour of released time granted to the chairperson for the performance of the duties specified above.  In addition, the chairperson shall be on campus on days of all formal registration periods, as listed in the academic calendar, and shall work such hours as are necessary on each day of registration.  At all other times, chairpersons, individually or jointly, are expected to maintain a campus presence commensurate with their departmental needs.

                       
Qualifications:  Candidates must have an earned doctorate and a minimum of five years expertise in one of the department’s academic areas.  In addition to a record of scholarly accomplishments, teaching and administrative experience on a college or university level, candidates should have strong interpersonal and communication skills, an entrepreneurial spirit and be able to articulate their vision of the role of a department business and information systems in a rich academic environment.  Candidates must also demonstrate a proven ability to work effectively with students and peers in support of the University’s mission to provide a practical, professional education to working adults to include a willingness to follow a flexible schedule that will include day, evening and weekend hours.  A record of successful collaboration with other campus units and external agencies should be evident.

To Apply:  Candidates should submit a letter of application addressing the qualifications and expectations noted above, a current curriculum vita, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three persons from whom letters of reference may be requested.  Requests for confidentiality until the final phase of the search will be honored.  Nominations and applications should be forwarded to:  Gigi R. Washington, Search Consultant, Southeastern University, 501 I Street, SW, Washington, DC,  20024 .  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Southeastern University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit us online at www.seu.edu

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Director of Institutional Research

Southeastern University is accepting applications for the Director of Institutional Research.
The Office of Institutional Research (OIR) at Southeastern University provides analytical decision support services to university faculty and administration as well as various other university stakeholders.  Focused on institutional improvement, its primary function is to collect, analyze and disseminate university data.  While a substantial amount of independent research is performed by the office, a significant amount of the office's resources are devoted to the support of university administration, committees, departments, faculty, and staff.  The OIR intends to be the first contact for all university data and research needs.

Principal responsibilities include:

• Collect, tabulate, analyze, and report on a wide variety of data to determine trends, cycles, and underlying factors; design reports as appropriate.
• Plan and organize the collection and tabulation of a variety of data; supply data for updating reports, programs and graphic presentations.
• Coordinate and assist administration and staff in developing evaluation plans; facilitating the collection, analysis and interpretation of evaluation data.
• Support the strategic planning and outcome assessment initiative.
• Develop and maintain databases.
• Compile and maintain of institutional Fact Book and related webpage sections.
• Design, pilot, and implement systems to improve internal communication, planning, archiving and monitoring.
• Coordinate information reporting to federal and state agencies and to professional and regional accrediting bodies; and responds to external requests for information about the University from college guide books and other such publications.
• Communicate complex issues and convey technical issues to non-technical personnel

 

Qualifications:  Master’s degree required; three to five years of progressively responsible experience in a higher education setting, as well as demonstrated competence in institutional research activities and in the use of computer systems.  Experience with Datatel’s Colleague system is desired.

To Apply:  Candidates should submit a letter of application addressing the qualifications and expectations noted above, a resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.  Requests for confidentiality until the final phase of the search will be honored.  Nominations and applications should be forwarded to:  Gigi R. Washington, Search Consultant, Southeastern University, 501 I Street, SW, Washington, DC, 20024.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Southeastern University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit us online at www.seu.edu.

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Financial Management Professor

Southeastern University is accepting applications for a full time Financial Management Professor position starting in late September 2008. Principal responsibilities include teaching 4 courses per quadmester during the academic year (September through June).  Summer workloads provide the faculty member, in consultation with the Department Chair, and with the approval of the Dean, with an option to select one of three courses of activity:

1.         Teach up to 4 courses (at least 12 contact hours per week);
2.         2 courses teaching load and demonstrated proof of revision of two classes;
3.         Demonstrate proof of professional activity, whether in the form of a publication, field-related, research, or some summer program of field-related study and/or research.
4.         Direct or assist in the implementation of the College Access Program.

                       
Qualifications:  Candidates must have an earned doctorate (or other terminal degree) and a minimum of five years evidence of teaching effectiveness at the college/university level.  In addition to a record of scholarly accomplishments, teaching and administrative experience on a college or university level, candidates should have strong interpersonal and communication skills, an entrepreneurial spirit and be able to articulate their vision of the role of a department business and information systems in a rich academic environment.  Candidates must also demonstrate a proven ability to work effectively with students and peers in support of the University’s mission to provide a practical, professional education to working adults to include a willingness to follow a flexible schedule that will include day, evening and weekend hours.  A record of successful collaboration with other campus units and external agencies should be evident.

To Apply:  Candidates should submit a letter of application addressing the qualifications and expectations noted above, a current curriculum vita, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three persons from whom letters of reference may be requested.  Requests for confidentiality until the final phase of the search will be honored.  Nominations and applications should be forwarded to:  Gigi R. Washington, Search Consultant, Southeastern University, 501 I Street, SW, Washington, DC, 20024.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Southeastern University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit us online at www.seu.edu.

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Management Professor

Southeastern University is accepting applications for a full time Business Management Professor position starting in late September 2008. Principal responsibilities include teaching 4 courses per quadmester during the academic year (September through June).  Summer workloads provide the faculty member, in consultation with the Department Chair, and with the approval of the Dean, with an option to select one of three courses of activity:

1.         Teach up to 4 courses (at least 12 contact hours per week);
2.         2 courses teaching load and demonstrated proof of revision of two classes;
3.         Demonstrate proof of professional activity, whether in the form of a publication, field-related, research, or some summer program of field-related study and/or research.
4.         Direct or assist in the implementation of the College Access Program.

                       
Qualifications:  Candidates must have an earned doctorate (or other terminal degree) and a minimum of five years evidence of teaching effectiveness at the college/university level.  In addition to a record of scholarly accomplishments, teaching and administrative experience on a college or university level, candidates should have strong interpersonal and communication skills, an entrepreneurial spirit and be able to articulate their vision of the role of a department business and information systems in a rich academic environment.  Candidates must also demonstrate a proven ability to work effectively with students and peers in support of the University’s mission to provide a practical, professional education to working adults to include a willingness to follow a flexible schedule that will include day, evening and weekend hours.  A record of successful collaboration with other campus units and external agencies should be evident.

To Apply:  Candidates should submit a letter of application addressing the qualifications and expectations noted above, a current curriculum vita, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three persons from whom letters of reference may be requested.  Requests for confidentiality until the final phase of the search will be honored.  Nominations and applications should be forwarded to:  Gigi R. Washington, Search Consultant, Southeastern University, 501 I Street, SW, Washington, DC, 20024.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Southeastern University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit us online at www.seu.edu.

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Registrar

Southeastern University is accepting applications for a Registrar. Principal responsibilities include:

Records Management

• Reviews and certifies all documents submitted by current and prospective students.
• Manages the monitoring of satisfactory academic progress on all students.
• Maintains and updates student records with both computerized and manual record maintenance.
• Orders diplomas and prepare transcripts.
• Confirms students for academic clearance as requested.
• Reviews files for graduation.
• Updates files of all students provisionally admitted to the University within the student’s first quadmester.
• Maintains catalog library for transfer credit evaluation, foreign and domestic.
• Performs transfer credit evaluation, foreign and domestic.
• Signs off of on all changes of grades on a student’s transcript.
• Supervises the process for changes in enrollment.
• Reviews and certifies all documents submitted by current and prospective students for transfer credit.

Communication

• Manages the monitoring of the scheduling of classes and classroom assignments.
• Coordinates the preparation of the Academic Calendar, Catalog and Course Schedule with the Dean and Director of Marketing.
• Provides enrollment status and information for reports requested by local, state and federal accreditation agencies.
• Orders caps and gowns for students and other ceremony participants.
• Registers students for classes and provide printouts of registration.
• Plans and conducts academic pre-registration, registration, and post registration four times per year.
• Establishes office organization, hires appropriate personnel, and provides appropriate and necessary training.
• Ensures appropriate employees are trained in student file maintenance.
• Interprets and applies academic policies and regulations as established by the Board of Trustees, Faculty, Academic Council, and the University Administration.
• Prepares the list of prospective graduates to be approved by the Board of Trustees at the May meeting.
• Prepares budget for Office of the Registrar.
• Conducts performance appraisals for office employees.

Technology

• Navigates through the student module of Colleague with proficiency.
• Performs all data entry tasks associated with the Office, such as withdrawals, tutorials, incompletes, etc. with 100% accuracy.

                       
Qualifications:  Bachelor’s Degree required (Master’s preferred) from an accredited college or university.  Previous University/College experience, preferably as an Assistant Registrar, Registrar or equivalent.  Superior customer service skills.  Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.  Experience with international student work is preferred.

To Apply:  Candidates should submit a letter of application addressing the qualifications and expectations noted above, a resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.  Requests for confidentiality until the final phase of the search will be honored.  Nominations and applications should be forwarded to:  Gigi R. Washington, Search Consultant, Southeastern University, 501 I Street, SW, Washington, DC, 20024.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Southeastern University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit us online at www.seu.edu.

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About Southeastern University

Southeastern University, founded in 1879, with an enrollment of 950 students, is known for civic engagement, a diverse student body, and academic opportunities that change lives and build careers. From high school students to adult learners from every walk of life, Southeastern students experience customized programs that support success in classes that enroll an average of 15 students. A distinguished faculty of practitioner-teachers brings their professional expertise to classrooms featuring state-of-the-art educational technology. For more than 125 years, the University has educated thousands of students from over 75 countries around the world and many who live and work in the District of Columbia. Prepared to meet the challenges of regional and global business and society, Southeastern's alumni are making a difference through careers in business, accounting, non-profit management, government, technology, and entrepreneurship. Southeastern University is establishing its tradition of innovative workforce development and entrepreneurial spirit as the work of the institution brings positive change to communities, one student at a time.