Activity Class for Credit Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

Montana State University, United States

Updated: 2 days ago
Location: Bozeman, MONTANA
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Announcement Number FAC - VA - 26063
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Abbey Holm
406-570-5236
abbey.holm@montana.edu
Classification Title Instructor
Working Title Activity Class for Credit Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)
Brief Position Overview
The Activity Class for Credit (ACT) program is run through the Food System and Kinesiology Department at MSU. We are recruiting Non-Tenure Track instructors for ACT courses. We offer a wide range of courses, some of which include yoga, soccer, basketball, weights. All positions are pending adequate enrollment and funding.
Faculty Tenure Track No
Faculty Rank Non-Tenure Track Instructor, ACT
Position Number 4A6510
Department Food Systems Nutrition & Kinesiolog
Division College of Education, Health & Human Development
Appointment Type Non-Tenure Track (Pooled)
Contract Term Other
Semester Fall or Spring
If other, specify From date
If other, specify End date
Union Affiliation Contact HR for Determination
FTE Varies
Benefits Eligible Depends on FTE (please contact Human Resources - 406-994-3651)
Salary Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications
Contract Type LOA
If other, please specify
Recruitment Type Open

Position Details


General Statement
Montana State University seeks qualified individuals to provide non-tenurable level instruction and/or related functions. Instructors are needed to teach classes depending upon need and available funding.
Applications are accepted on a continual basis (unless otherwise indicated) and will be maintained in pool for two years. After two years, candidates will be notified to re-submit materials for continued consideration.
The department or program search committees or hiring authority will review and evaluate the submitted application materials. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the non-tenure track faculty hiring pool.
Appointments are on a part-time basis and vary in duration, a couple weeks, a semester or an academic year, depending on the specific needs of the department/program. Salary is dependent on number of courses taught and duration.
We seek individuals who work professionally and effectively with individuals of all backgrounds, possess effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to contribute positively to the academic success of the students and the mission of Montana State University.
Duties and Responsibilities
We hope to attract applicants who can teach in a broad University community and have demonstrated ability in helping students from various backgrounds succeed.
  • Instruct and carry-out 1-credit Activity Classes for Credit, while incorporating daily lesson plans and curriculum to teach students new skills.
  • Communicate and report to ACT Lead Coordinator.
  • Administer a course syllabus, attendance policy, and academic component(s) to the courses being taught.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  • Demonstrated experience working with and engaging students and colleagues within and outside the department
  • Experience in the specific skill/activity
  • Current certifications in the skill/activity as applicable
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    Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant or a related field
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    The Successful Candidate Will
    • Have a high level of professionalism and accountability.
    • The ability to mentor and inspire a broad student body.
    • Have effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate successfully with faculty and staff
    • Possess excellent written and oral communication skills
    • Be skilled in utilizing engaging pedagogy that involves students in the learning process
    • The potential to provide leadership and to assume responsibility for organizational and program activities.
    Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
    The position for which you have applied MAY BE a Union position. Union affiliation is determined by job duties and the collective bargaining unit. 
    • Non-Tenure Track Faculty – Any position that is .5 FTE or more is represented by the Associated Faculty of Montana State University (AFMSU). Faculty covered by AFMSU may choose to pay membership dues. This is a condition of employment. Additional information can be found at AFMSU or by emailing AFSMU .
      • Any position less than .5 FTE is not represented by the Union and is not required to pay dues.
      • If the FTE changes during employment, the representational status of this position could be impacted.
      • Exceptions: Anyone having successfully completed a PEI exam or any faculty working in Extension are exempt from the Union.


    This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
    Physical Demands
    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
    The Program
    Activity Classes for Credit
    The Department
    The ACT program is funded and overseen through the Food Systems, Nutrition, and Kinesiology Department.
    The College
    The mission of the College of Education, Health and Human Development (EHHD), is to prepare highly qualified professionals through exemplary programs, advance knowledge about education, health, and human development, and serve the people of Montana and the nation through outreach and practical application of its expertise.
    Our college is home to a wide variety of programs that fulfill Montana’s land grant mission of providing services to the people of Montana and beyond.
    We prepare teachers for elementary and secondary classrooms.
    We help soldiers and other professionals become teachers.
    We provide graduate programming for educational leaders including K-12 principals and superintendents.
    We prepare adult and higher education experts.
    We support grandparents who are raising their grandchildren.
    We partner with leaders on Native American reservations to develop ways to lead healthy life styles and improve education for children and adults, and work to preserve native languages.
    We educate families to enrich overall well-being and how to make healthy choices related to nutrition and physical activity.
    We prepare students for future careers in coaching, counseling, financial planning, dietetics, community food systems, physical therapy, and medicine.

    Posting Detail Information


    Number of Vacancies Multiple Positions
    Desired Start Date Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.
    Position End Date (if temporary)
    Open Date
    Close Date
    Applications will be:
    Applications will be accepted and screened for the duration of this pool.
    Special Instructions
    Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Applicants are retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.
    This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
    EEO Statement
    Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
    In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

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