Faculty - Management

Job DetailsJob Location: FL - Main Campus - Lakeland, FL 33801Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Master's DegreeTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJOB SUMMARY   The Southeastern University College of Business invites applications for the position of Professor of Management. This role involves instruction, facilitation of student learning, contributing to the academic mission of the college, and fostering student success through innovation and data-driven leadership. The faculty member will help students develop the technical knowledge and values required to become competent and capable of navigating a complex, technology-saturated workplace. Further, this faculty member will lead the way in providing relevant, forward-facing education that prepares students for the evolving demands of a digital-first marketplace.  As a key architect of our student experience, this faculty member will bridge the gap between academic theory and the AI-augmented, data-driven global marketplace, ensuring our graduates are not just employees, but leaders of the digital transformation.   Salary and Rank: Commensurate with experience.   Starting Date:  The appointment carries a full-time, one year contract from August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2027.     ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS    Reports to:  Dean, Jannetides College of Business, Communication & Leadership   Supervisory Responsibility: Non   ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but is not limited to the following:  Teach a variety of courses, primarily management in different modalities which might include in-person, online or in a hybrid format. Develop and deliver engaging curriculum that meets program and accreditation standards. Incorporate innovative teaching strategies, such as AI literacy and applied data projects, to enhance student readiness for a data-centric marketplace. Maintain regularly scheduled office hours. Support student success through advising, mentorship, and timely feedback. Participate in departmental and college-wide initiatives, including committee work, program development and other projects as assigned. ADDITIONAL/NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES  All remaining duties are considered "nonessential" within the context of the ADA, which means that the function could be reassigned to another employee in order to allow a disabled individual to hold the position.  Alternatively, the manager could try to provide a reasonable accommodation so that the disabled individual could perform the function.   LOCATION  On Campus   Qualifications  EDUCATION      Required Education: Master’s Degree in Management or a closely related field. Willingness to earn a doctoral degree (if not already earned).   Preferred Education: An earned Doctorate (Ph.D. or DBA) from a regionally accredited institution. The ability to teach in multiple disciplines.   LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS   None   EXPERIENCE (Teaching or Industry)   Required:   Minimum of 5 years of experience working in a management position. Experience teaching in a higher education environment. Preferred: Proven experience teaching in a higher education environment with a focus on multimodal delivery. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Required: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Knowledge English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Academic Processes - Knowledge of university guidelines, course descriptions, and academic terminology. Clerical - Knowledge of office administrative procedures including word processing, managing files and records, typing, and other office procedures. Computer - Knowledge of basic computer processes including word processing, web browsing, Google enterprise software (Google docs, Google sheets, etc.), and Microsoft Office including Basic Microsoft Excel. Skills Critical Thinking - Uses logic and reasoning to look at different types of information in order to make conclusions and work through problems. Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Research - Locates key facts and information in order to learn more about different types of information. Interpersonal Skills - Communicates and interacts with people effectively while being aware of social perceptions. Time Management - Manages one’s own time to accomplish assigned tasks. Attention to Detail - Thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task ensuring all aspects are reviewed.   Abilities Written Comprehension - The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Written Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand. Oral Comprehension - The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Oral Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. Selective Attention (Vigilance) - The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted. Mathematics - Knowledge of basic mathematics.      Preferred: {{Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Preferred}}   WORK ENVIRONMENT    All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment.    This position is considered non-essential for the purposes of Emergency Response.   Physical Requirements:     Office Environment: Ability to work primarily in an office setting, which involves sitting for extended periods. Computer Use: Proficiency in using computers for various tasks, which requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for typing and handling office equipment. Communication: Strong verbal communication skills for meetings, presentations, and interactions with staff, students, and parents. Mobility: Capability to move around the office and campus as needed for meetings and events. Lifting: Occasionally lift and carry items such as files, documents, or small office equipment weighing up to 20 pounds. Visual Requirements: Ability to read and interpret data on computer screens and printed documents. Hearing and Speaking: Adequate hearing to participate in conversations and phone calls, and clear speaking ability for effective communication. Travel: None   Schedule: Monday - Friday, as assigned course schedule 10-month faculty position   TRAINING   All new hires and employees transferring into a new position will have a 90-day probationary period within which to learn the functions of the job and to be evaluated. Following the probationary period, the employee can transition to regular status, have the probationary period extended in order to receive more training, or employment can be terminated. Required compliance training is as follows:   FERPA MyFire Other academic-specific software training, as assigned Other safety-related training, as assigned   SAFETY  SEU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment.  Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management.  Work-related injuries must be immediately reported to Security and Human Resources. When life or limb are at risk, please dial 911. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources within 24 hours of the incident.  Emergency Employees report for or must remain at work in emergency situations.  Dismissal or closure announcements do not apply to this position, unless instructed otherwise by your direct supervisor or a member of the Leadership Team.     SCREENING All full-time positions at SEU are deemed security-sensitive and require background checks. Employees required to drive their own personal vehicle, a rental car or an SEU vehicle in performance of their duties must pass an MVR records check and meet the requirements of the University’s insurance carrier in order to meet the requirements of the position.   DISCLAIMER SEU is an at-will employer.  This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.   The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.   SEU is committed to providing a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. All forms of discrimination against or harassment of a person because of his or her identification within a protected category are strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated. This prohibition applies equally to conduct by and against employees, vendors, visitors, and students.   Southeastern University is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. The equal opportunity policy will apply in University programs and activities, and all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. All employees of Southeastern University, by continued employment, agree to abide by the policies contained in the Employee Handbook and in the SEU Mission, Vision, Statement of Faith and Community Covenant.