Instructor - Social Sciences #230033

Campus

OSU-Institute of Technology

Contact Name & Email

Melissa Dreyer, melissa.dreyer@okstate.edu

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$53,000 - $58,000

Salary

Priority Application Date

While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by 2026-12-04 to ensure full consideration.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

About this Position

GENERAL SUMMARY: 

This position will teach college level social sciences courses.  Subjects to be taught will include (but are not limited to) ethics, history, government, political science, geography, humanities, philosophy, psychology and sociology

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Master’s degree in an appropriate discipline from an accredited college or university; doctoral degree preferred.

Experience:

• Evidences a history of demonstrating ethical and professional behavior.
• Three years teaching experience in Higher Education preferred.
• Demonstrated success in collaborating with diverse constituencies.
• Additional post-secondary education beyond requirements may substitute for years of required experience.

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:

Licensure/Certification:

• Valid Oklahoma driver’s license.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to plan, organize and fulfill complex initiatives.
• Computer skills to include electronic communications, word processing, and the ability to use specific software associated with the position are necessary.
• Ability to maintain high standards of work, initiative, commitment, ethics, professional responsibility and judgment.
• Ability to work effectively with and promote diverse populations.
• Superior interpersonal skills—including the ability to effectively recognize and resolve complex problems in a constructive manner.
• Must exhibit characteristics of a team player, willing to take initiative and assume responsibility.  
• Ability to foster and support innovation and excellence.

Communication Skills:

• Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively recognize and resolve conflict.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to work some evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Travel required.
• Normal classroom physical environment; ability to lift up to 25 pounds.