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  • 1.  Position Announcement

    Posted 10-13-2011 10:36

    Position Announcement

    Director

    School of Public and International Affairs

    College of Humanities and Social Sciences

    North Carolina State University

     North Carolina State University invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA).  SPIA serves the people of North Carolina and the nation through its educational, research, and engagement activities in politics, governance, public and international affairs, and public policy.  SPIA's programs and activities span the university, building linkages with diverse external communities and stakeholders.

    The director provides innovative and strategic leadership, generates external resources, and administers teaching, research, and extension/engagement activities in the School. The director plays a key role in faculty and staff recruitment and development, program planning and evaluation, and budgetary direction. SPIA's departments and programs serve more than 1000 undergraduate majors, graduate and certificate students, and law enforcement professionals.

    Qualifications: The successful candidate will have an outstanding record of scholarly research sufficient for appointment at the full professor rank at a research extensive university, demonstrated success in acquiring external grants, experience with fund raising, and significant, successful administrative experience.  Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy or related field is required. Experience with graduate programs and familiarity with land grant institutions are highly desirable.  We seek a forward-thinking leader to continue to build the school's national reputation and ranking in research and graduate training, provide leadership on campus and within the disciplines, and play a guiding role in public affairs activities at NC State.  Our top priorities are enhancing programs in political science, public administration, international studies, nonprofit management, and public policy; building linkages to alumni and other constituencies;  and generating external resources.

    School/University: The School of Public and International Affairs  http://spia.chass.ncsu.edu/ has 29 full-time faculty and offers a baccalaureate degree in political science, a Master in International Studies (MIS), a Master of Public Administration (MPA), and a Ph.D. in Public Administration. In keeping with the land-grant mission of NC State, faculty members are involved in both basic and applied research as well as major extension and community outreach efforts. SPIA also houses graduate certificates in public policy and nonprofit management, a rapidly growing B.A. online degree completion program, Leadership in the Public Sector, and a longstanding leadership program for law enforcement executives. The School is located administratively in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. NC State is a land-grant institution enrolling over 34,000 students. It is located in Raleigh, the thriving capital city, and part of North Carolina's renowned Research Triangle.  See  http://www.ncsu.edu/human_resources/job_applicants/reasons/community/

     

    To apply, go to http://jobs.ncsu.edu/hr and search for position #00000864.  All applications must be submitted online.  As part of the application process applicants will be asked to submit letters indicating administrative experience and leadership philosophy, ideas about program development, and research interests along with curriculum vitae.  References will be requested after initial screening.  In its commitment to diversity and equity, NC State seeks applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. Nominations are welcomed and should be sent to the nomination committee chair at the address below. Self-nominations are welcome. Screening of materials begins November 7, and continues until the position is filled.

    Please send nomination to this address, SPIA Director Search Committee, School of Public and International Affairs , Campus Box  8102, NC State University, Raleigh, NC 27695-8102.

    NC State is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NC State University welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation. Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application process should contact the School of Public and International Affairs for assistance with accommodations.

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    I am hoping we can find someone with nonprofit interests for the position.  It is a great opportunity to work in a wonderful area with a heathy nonprofit community and colleagues from multiple universities who are working to build capacity and leadership in nonprofit organizations.    
     
    Mary Tschirhart, M.B.A, Ph.D.
    Institute Director and Professor of Public Administration
    Institute for Nonprofit Research, Education and Engagement
    NC State University, Cox Hall 513, Campus Box 7011
    Raleigh, NC  27695-7011
    919-513-7031 (phone)


  • 2.  Position Announcement

    Posted 12-22-2011 16:50
    University of North Carolina-Charlotte
    Department of Political Science and Public Administration
    Public Policy / Political Economy

    The Department of Political Science & Public Administration seeks an outstanding candidate for an assistant professor tenure-track position in Public Policy / Political Economy. Applicants are required to have a Ph.D. in Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, or related field at the time of appointment. Other requirements include: the ability to teach cost-benefit analysis, program evaluation, and public sector economics; a demonstrated ability to perform research in public policy; and an interest in engaging the public. Preference will be given to candidates with extensive training in policy analysis and methodology, research interest in education policy, or knowledge of public finance. Prior teaching experience preferred, especially in an urban university setting.

    While political science houses the position, the successful candidate will teach undergraduate- and graduate-level courses to students with diverse disciplinary orientations (such as geography, public administration, health policy, international policy, public policy, criminal justice, and economics) in the Master of Public Administration Program, and the interdisciplinary Public Policy Ph.D. Program. Candidates must contribute to the Ph.D. program through an active and applied research and teaching agenda oriented towards public policy.

    The nine-month tenure track position begins Fall 2012. The Department of Political Science has 26 faculty members, houses a NASPAA-accredited MPA Program, and is a core department in the interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Public Policy Program. The MPA Program, currently with nine faculty members, has strong ties to local governments and non-profit organizations in the greater Charlotte metropolitan area.

    Review of applications will begin January 23, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates should submit application materials electronically to https://jobs.uncc.edu. Please upload the following documents with your electronic application: (1) letter of application discussing your research accomplishments and agenda, teaching experience and philosophy, and your ability to promote diversity in your teaching, research, and/or service, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) a writing sample, (4) evidence of teaching effectiveness (if available), (5) three letters of recommendation in pdf format, and (6) copy of graduate transcripts. Alternatively, letters of recommendation may be sent directly by mail or email to Dr. David Swindell, Chair, Public Policy Search Committee, Department of Political Science and Public Administration, UNC Charlotte, 9201 University City Blvd., Charlotte, NC, 28223; daswinde@uncc.edu.

    UNC Charlotte is an AA/EOE and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained. We celebrate diversity that includes, but is not limited to ability/disability, age, culture, ethnicity, gender, language, race, religion, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status. Applicants are subject to criminal background checks.