Tenure-Track Faculty, Doctoral Education

Concordia University, St. Paul

Saint Paul, Minnesota

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Certification, Best Practices, Communication Skills, D Programming Language, Educational Administration, Faculty Administration, Federal Laws and Regulations, Higher Education, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Learning Management System (LMS), Manage Agenda, Mentoring, Multicultural, Organizational Skills, Program Evaluation, Publications, Regulations, Scholarship, School Buildings, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Planning, Sustainability, Teach Graduate Students, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, eLearning
LOCATION
Saint Paul, Minnesota
POSTED
2 days ago
Tenure-Track Faculty, Doctoral Education
 
Position Overview: Concordia University, St. Paul’s College of Education is seeking an exceptional, forward-thinking educational leader to join our graduate faculty as a full-time faculty member within the Doctoral Education (Ed.D.) and Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) programs. This role is designed for an individual who is passionate about teaching, research/scholarship, and mentoring doctoral students, and who also possesses the long-term vision and drive to potentially advance into broader academic leadership.
 
The initial and primary focus of this position will be on high-quality teaching, dissertation mentoring, and program collaboration within the Ed.D. Educational Leadership program.
 
As part of our long-term vision for program growth and sustainability, this role may provide a pathway to future leadership within the Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) program. We seek a candidate who is committed to academic excellence, collaborative leadership, and the advancement of innovative doctoral educational programming.
 
As a faith-based institution, we require the successful candidate to be an active member of a Christian church. Applicants should be prepared to discuss how their faith informs their teaching, scholarship, and leadership.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Initial appointment: Ed.D. Educational Leadership; future focus: Strengthen and support leadership of Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) programming.
  • Teach graduate-level courses within doctoral education.
  • Serve as a dissertation chair or committee member, guiding doctoral candidates through the research, writing, and defense processes.
  • Advise doctoral students, supporting their professional and scholarly development.
  • Stay current with trends, regulations, and best practices in educational leadership and teacher licensure.
  • Build relationships with school districts and other educational leadership institutions to inform curriculum and develop pathways into the Ed.S. and Ed.D. programs.
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to understand the operational, curricular, and compliance frameworks of our doctoral education programs.
  • Participate in curriculum revision, program assessment, and strategic planning aligned with institutional growth goals.
  • Demonstrate administrative aptitude, strategic thinking, and collaborative leadership within doctoral educational leadership programs.
  • Maintain an active agenda of scholarship, publication, or professional presentations contributing to the field of educational leadership.
  • Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and student-centered department culture.
Qualifications
Required:
  • An earned doctorate (Ed.D. or Ph.D.) in Educational Leadership (preferred), Higher Education Administration, Curriculum and Instruction, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
  • Valid Minnesota Principal or Superintendent License or ability to obtain licensure
  • 5 years full-time educational leadership experience in a PreK-12 setting
  • Demonstrated success in teaching at the graduate level (doctoral level preferred).
  • Strong evidence of professional, administrative, or collaborative leadership potential within higher education.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Preferred:
  • Experience serving on or chairing doctoral dissertation committees.
  • Experience navigating state teacher and administrative licensure requirements.
  • Experience with online learning management systems and diverse adult learner populations.
Supplemental Information:
It is the policy of CSP to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 
However, CSP is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CSP reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religious tenets.  
The mission of Concordia University, St Paul, a university of The Lutheran Church- Missouri Synod, is to prepare students for thoughtful and informed living, for dedicated service to God and humanity, and for enlightened care of God's creation, all within the context of the Christian gospel. This mission is rooted in academic excellence and Christian vocation.
 
The vision of Concordia University, Saint Paul, is to be acknowledged as the leading Lutheran university offering exceptional opportunities for students from all backgrounds who seek relevant career preparation and a challenging academic experience coupled with the insights of Lutheran theology.
Promise to Students – Concordia University, Saint Paul, empowers you to discover and engage your purpose for life, career and service, in a dynamic, multicultural, urban environment, where Christ is honored, all are welcome, and Lutheran convictions inform intellectual inquiry and academic pursuits.
 
Concordia University owns a 41-acre campus just West of Downtown St. Paul with easy access to light-rail and bus transportation.  Only blocks away from popular Summit and Grand Avenues, restaurants, shopping, and cultural activities abound.  Concordia is known to have one of the most racially and ethnically diverse university student bodies in the state of Minnesota.
CSP prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at https://www.csp.edu/student-life/title-ix/ 
 
Feel free to contact Cassidy Leininger - cleininger@csp.edu, with any questions

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