Assistant or Associate Professor of Accounting, Management, or Marketing

Expectation and Condition of Employment

Howard Payne University, a church-related institution affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, seeks to employ evangelical Christians who are dedicated to teaching and service as they model the principles of the Christian faith and the University’s sincere religious beliefs.

Howard Payne University (hereafter, University) is committed to the integration of learning and Christian faith in the pursuit of truth. Employees are expected to embrace the Christian Mission Statement and Core Values of the University and must support the University’s affirmation of traditional Christian and Baptist beliefs by leading lives of service through active involvement in Christian activities both on campus and through a local church.

Mission Statement

Howard Payne University is a Christ-centered academic community dedicated to excellence by developing and equipping the whole person for intellectual inquiry, personal and professional integrity, and service to God and humanity.

Core Values of Howard Payne University

We believe and affirm that the University as an institution and each individual called to serve the Lord at Howard
Payne should strive to demonstrate a commitment to these five Core Values:

• Centered on Christ   (cf. Col. 3:17, Matt. 7:24)


• Focused on Community   (cf. Eph. 4:4-6, 1 Pet. 3:8)


• Called to Service   (cf. Mark 10:45, Phil. 2:3-5)


• Committed to Excellence   (cf. Gen. 1:31, 1 Cor. 9:24)


• Dedicated to Stewardship   (cf. Gen. 2:15, 1 Pet. 4:10)

As a condition of employment, employees agree to be paid by Direct Deposit. Applicants offered contingent employment based on the University obtaining a clean background check agree the contingent offer of employment may be revoked based on the information obtained in the background check.

If offered employment, your acceptance will indicate that you have read and agree to the Expectations and Conditions above.

Application Procedure

To be considered for this position, please submit the following:

• a letter of application addressing in detail how you meet the position requirements


• a resume or CV (curriculum vitae)


• unofficial transcripts, and


• a completed HPU Employment Application

Job Summary

Serves as the lead faculty member for the BBA in either Accounting, Management, or Marketing in the School of Business.  Does so in accordance with the HPU mission statement, the School of Business purpose statement, the School of Business outcomes assessment plan, and other relevant documents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

Other duties may be assigned by the Department Chair and/or Dean, School of Business.

1. Develops, instructs, and administers primarily accounting/marketing/management courses, with other courses within the School of Business included as appropriate, resulting in a typical teaching load of 24 credit hours over the academic year.  This load will include both on ground and online courses and preferably both undergraduate and MBA courses


2. Advises primarily marketing majors, with other business majors included as appropriate


3. Holds a minimum of 7 scheduled office hours per week with additional hours arranged as needed


4. Serves on HPU and/or School of Business committees as needed


5. A commitment to understanding business from a distinctly biblical perspective and where appropriate teaching business from a distinctly biblical perspective is essential.  This is consistent with the Howard Payne University mission statement (a Christ-centered community) and the School of Business purpose statement (preparing Christians for lives of service as business professionals)


6. A commitment to intellectual curiosity, the life of the mind, and the joy of learning, evidenced by a program of ongoing professional development


7. Works effectively with other HPU and School of Business personnel


8. A commitment to understand the micro (a particular faculty position, major, department, school, etc.) from the perspective of the macro (Howard Payne University), and relatedly, to work optimally within institutional resource constraints

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. 

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

1. Integration of Faith in the Classroom - Displays a proven record of integrating Faith into his/her discipline and the willingness to continue doing so in a manner consistent with the University’s Mission Statement and Core Values


2. Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs work flows and procedures


3. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well problem solving as part of a group; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics


4. Design - Generates creative solutions, translates concepts and information into images, uses feedback to modify designs, applies design principles, and demonstrates attention to detail


5. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully, develops alternative solutions, works well problem solving as part of a group, uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics


6. Project Management - Develops effective project plans, coordinates projects, communicates changes and progress, completes projects on time and budget, and manages project team activities effectively


7. Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to build knowledge and skills continuously; shares expertise with others


8. Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict without blaming others; consistently maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting them; keeps his or her emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things


9. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, listens and gets clarification, responds well to questions, demonstrates effective group presentation skills, participates actively in meetings


10. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits his or her work for correct spelling and grammar; varies his or her writing style as needed; presents numerical data effectively; is able to read and interpret written information effectively


11. Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; builds commitment and overcomes resistance effectively; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results


12. Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness


13. Ethics - Treats everyone with respect, keeps commitments, inspires others to trust them, works with integrity and ethically, upholds the University's Mission Statement and Core Values


14. University Support - Follows policies and procedures consistently, completes administrative tasks correctly and on time, supports the University’s Mission Statement and Core Values, benefits the University through external community and professional activities, supports affirmative action and respects diversity


15. Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts personal responsibility for his or her own actions; follows through with commitments


16. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies effective feedback to improve performance; monitors his or her own work to ensure quality

Qualifications 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities listed above satisfactorily and other duties as assigned. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Education and/or Experience - Doctoral degree or equivalent from an accredited University or more than 10 years of directly related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience


2. Language Skills - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents in English, ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints, ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style, ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to University students, trustees, other employees and the public


3. Mathematical Skills - Ability to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory effectively, ability to work with concepts such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations and proofs of theorems effectively


4. Reasoning Ability - Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems in English, ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.,) in its most difficult phases, ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables


5. Computer Skills - To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a good working knowledge of Blackboard software, commonly used Internet browsers and Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word software.  Also, the individual should have a good working knowledge of AutoCAD, LabVIEW and other appropriate engineering software


6. Licenses - Must be at least 21 years old and maintain a current Texas driver's license to drive any vehicle, including personal vehicles, on behalf of the University when necessary


7. Physical Abilities - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, or feel.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell.  The employee may be required to lift and /or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus


8. Normal Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals used to clean and/or renovate buildings and maintain the grounds of the University.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate