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Position Summary:
Wingate University's Thayer School of Education invites applications for a 12-month Assistant Professor who will serve as the Coordinator of the newly redesigned Ed.D. in Higher Education Executive Leadership.
This role combines faculty teaching and scholarly engagement with year-round program leadership, including continuous program improvement, student advising, recruitment, and administrative oversight. The coordinator will work collaboratively with faculty, university leadership, and external partners to prepare practice-oriented leaders for executive roles in educational institutions. The successful candidate will have higher education leadershipexperience, a passion for developing future institutional leaders, and a commitment to innovation and student-centered education.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Teaching and Curriculum Development
Teach online graduate-level courses in educational leadership (e.g., governance, organizational change, finance, policy), with a particular focus on executive analytics and strategic ROI modeling.
Support curriculum revision and alignment with best practices and professional standards.
Foster a practitioner-scholar model that integrates research, case studies, and real-world leadership challenges.
Program Leadership and Student Support
Recruit, advise, and mentor graduate students pursuing leadership roles, focusing on engaging external executive stakeholders through continuous outreach to recruit institutional change agents.
Coordinate professional development opportunities, networking events, and leadership seminars for students and alumni.
Collaborate with university departments, community colleges, and external partners to promote program visibility and growth.
Chair or serve as a member of dissertation committees.
Administrative and Operational Duties
Maintain accurate student records, including advising notes, academic progress, and graduation status.
Coordinate course scheduling and application processing, including interviews and admissions decisions.
Support adjunct onboarding and ensure adherence to academic policies and instructional standards.
Monitor program data (enrollment, outcomes, alumni employment) and prepare reports for accreditation and planning, taking ownership of SACSCOC and NCDPI accountability metrics and Signature Assignment Rubrics.
Manage program budgets, purchases, and expenditures.
Oversee the organization and archival of key documents (syllabi, handbooks, assessments, meeting notes).
Ensure compliance with FERPA, university policies, and SACSCOC and NCDPI standards.
Required Qualifications:
Earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership (higher education-focused), Higher Education, or a closely related field
Experience working in or with senior leadership roles in higher education
Demonstrated effectiveness in graduate-level teaching
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks, timelines, and stakeholders with professionalism and attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with higher executive leadership development, coaching, or mentoring educational professionals
Knowledge of trends and challenges in higher educational leadership, including demographic shifts and data-informed decision-making
Familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas), student information systems (e.g., Workday), and assessment platforms
Benefits & Employee Experience:
Wingate University is committed to supporting employees both personally and professionally through a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative campus community. Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plan with institutional contribution; paid time off and holidays; tuition benefits for employees and eligible dependents; and access to campus facilities, wellness resources, and professional development opportunities.
Application Instructions:
Thank you for your interest in joining the Wingate University community. Please complete all sections of the application and upload all required documents. A résumé is required for all positions, and a curriculum vitae (CV) is requested for faculty roles or other positions where applicable.
Additional Requirements for Application:
Cover letter addressing qualifications and vision for the new Ed.D. in Higher Education Executive Leadership
Curriculum vitae
Teaching philosophy and leadership development statement
Names and contact information of three references
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In compliance with applicable law and University policies, Wingate University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation or gender identity), age, genetic information, disability and veteran status and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply. At this time, we are currently seeking candidates with legal authorization to work in the U.S.