Faculty Position - Business & Management

POSITION SUMMARY

The Department of Business and Management invites applications for a tenure-track or professional position in business and management at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, effective January 2026. Areas of specialization are open; however, preference will be given to candidates with the background to teach a variety of general topics across the disciplines of business and management, ranging from Introduction to Business to upper-division courses in Business Law, Negotiation and Conflict Management, Human Resources and Industrial/Organizational Psychology, and Social Entrepreneurship. A well-qualified business and management faculty member will be a critical thinker who combines insight, creativity, and technology with a practical approach to business and management education. This position may also include the opportunity to serve as chair of the Department of Business and Management, based on the candidate’s qualifications and institutional needs.

The Department of Business and Management at Vanguard University is part of the Patty Arvielo School of Business and Management and currently offers a BA in Accounting, Business Administration, and Marketing. The department is home to COMPASS, a professional development co-curricular program, and a thriving student Accounting Society. The department fosters a collaborative, supportive environment for faculty with opportunities for personal growth and leadership.

ABOUT VANGUARD UNIVERSITY AND THE PATTY ARVIELO SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT

Orange County's first four-year college, Vanguard has been equipping students since 1920 for a Spirit-empowered life of Christ-centered leadership and service. Today we continue to offer a top-rated Christian education, combined with practical skills and training in liberal arts, sciences and professional programs, to prepare students for the next chapter in their life. With a tight-knit community of 2,200 students, Vanguard is a campus where each student is known; where their story matters.

The Patty Arvielo School of Business and Management at Vanguard University, launched in fall 2024, is the first U.S. business school named after a Latina. Honoring Patty Arvielo, co-founder of New American Funding, the school benefits from a significant donation that supports graduate program development, endowed faculty chairs, and scholarships. Patty Arvielo’s inspiring story as a first-generation Latina resonates with Vanguard’s diverse student body. Today, nearly half of our undergraduate students are Hispanic and Vanguard is a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution. A strong commitment to cultural diversity, racial reconciliation, and gender equality is a consequence of Vanguard being deeply grounded in the faith tradition that brought the University into existence. Moreover, these core values continue to define the institutional vision that pulls the Vanguard community forward toward its mission and educational targets and goals. Within this Christian context of inclusiveness, the University aims to provide a quality educational experience by promoting academic excellence that integrates faith and life and providing professor-mentors in a dynamic community environment.

Vanguard is located in beautiful Orange County, CA and enjoys easy proximity to Southern California beaches, Disneyland and numerous Fortune 500 and 1000 companies.

POSITION DUTIES

• Teach undergraduate and graduate coursework in a wide range of business and management courses.
• Faculty teach on a 4/4 schedule (24 units/academic year) as well as on-campus and online as needs are identified.
• Transfer knowledge including theory, practical skills, methods and techniques in his/her related field.
• Challenge thinking, foster debate and develop the ability of students to engage in critical discourse and thinking.
• Participate in general faculty roles in areas including advising and committee service.
• Participate in the building of an innovative Christian university.
• Take part in department and university decision-making and shared governance.
• Exercise academic leadership in the design and development of curricula.
• Collaborate with department faculty in curriculum implementation, student support, and continuous program improvement.
• Assist with development of new initiatives and delivery systems.
• Assist with facilitation of continuing accreditation through participation in professional development opportunities and in the preparation of program review documents and assessment processes.
• Assist in building relationships with Orange County businesses and employers; assist with continuous strengthening of program links to and service to the community.
• Participate in mentoring students by advising, responding to questions appropriate for student/faculty interactions, and meeting with students as needed or requested.
• The department chair position includes the following functions, which can be specified upon request:
  • Recruiting and supervising departmental personnel.
  • Continuously assessing educational effectiveness of departmental programs.
  • Strategic planning and budget management for the department.
  • Attending to student needs.
  • Promoting the department throughout the University and to external publics.
  • Managing needs for effective operation of the department.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates with a PhD/DBA/JD are preferred. Qualified individuals with an MBA plus a combination of extensive teaching and business experience will be considered. Relevant industry certifications would be an added advantage.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness in a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in business and management, ranging from Introduction to Business to upper-division courses in Business Law, Negotiation and Conflict Management, Human Resources and Industrial/Organizational Psychology, and Social Entrepreneurship.
• Candidates must have evidence of a strong commitment to teaching in a liberal arts environment. Interacting with students, working collaboratively with faculty from other disciplines, faculty and leadership with different backgrounds and points of view and a deep appreciation of and respect for academic values, and culture must be a top priority of the candidate.
• Demonstrated teaching ability at the undergraduate level. Experience with hyflex and/or online delivery methods preferred.
• Proficiency or strong familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite of applications and the Canvas learning management system or equivalent LMS.
• A vibrant Christian faith and commitment to an integration of faith and learning.
• For the department chair, candidates should provide evidence of administrative experience in higher education.

SALARY

This is a full-time position. Placement at the appropriate faculty rank and salary are based on qualifications, education, experience, and Vanguard University's faculty compensation schedule.

Assistant Professor: $60,595 to $81,501

Associate Professor: $70,676 to $95,190

Highly qualified candidates may be considered for appointment as Department Chair, with additional compensation. Vanguard University also offers a very generous benefits package.

Vanguard offers both tenure-track and term faculty contracts. The type of contract offered will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications at the time of hire.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

To apply, please complete the online application and upload the required documents listed below. Please do not send application materials directly to the Department Chair. As you begin the application process, please be prepared to submit the following documents. If you experience any technical difficulties or have questions regarding the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@vanguard.edu for assistance.

• Required Essays
  1. Personal Testimony of Relationship with Jesus Christ. Please provide a brief account of your experience of coming to faith in Christ. Include current church attendance, ministry, outreach and service involvement, any experience you have had with the Assemblies of God or other Pentecostal churches.
  2. Philosophy of Christian Education and Role of a Christian University. Explain what you believe to be the elements essential to the educational theory & practice of a Christian University.
  3. Integration of Faith, Teaching and Scholarship. Explain how you integrate your faith with your discipline & in your teaching and scholarship.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) - CV should include:
  1. Colleges/universities attended, location, & degree or units earned.
  2. Majors or fields of study, undergrad & graduate majors, minors, & areas of concentration.
  3. With the most recent, a chronological listing of teaching experience - name and location of institutions, title/academic rank, full/part-time, dates of employment
  4. A specific listing of courses previously taught
  5. Publications, presentations, honors, awards, and memberships in professional organizations
  6. With the most recent employment, position/title, full/part-time, dates of employment
  7. Any other qualifying experience, paid/voluntary, other.
• References - Please provide the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of at least three professional references who are not related to you and who can speak to your professional qualifications.
• Pastoral Reference letter - Submit a reference letter from your pastor or another church leader.
• Transcripts - Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. If selected for employment, official (or otherwise required verified) transcripts must be submitted prior to employment.