OCC Full-time Faculty

Ozark Christian College is a single-purpose Bible college in Joplin, Missouri.

Position Title: Full-time Faculty 
Department: Academics
Reports to: Chief Academic Officer

A. Summary

The role of faculty of Ozark Christian College is one of spiritual leadership as well as academic instruction. Faculty are expected to meet the teaching/classroom expectations, research/service expectations, and participate in shared governance of academics as outlined in the Faculty Handbook. See letter G below for specific areas of interest.

B. Primary Duties and Responsibilities

    · Teach a course workload calculation of 24 credit hours per year, as assigned by the deans of undergraduate studies and Lincoln Seminary. This workload may include multiple modalities (online, residential, etc.) and multiple levels (undergraduate and seminary), depending on faculty credentialing and institutional needs

    · Available for constituent service in order to bless and maintain a close relationship with the church, model Christian service, and recruit future students

    · Accept committee assignments, complete student learning assessments, and participate in other activities consistent with being a member of the faculty

    · Post and maintain hours available for student consultation and mentoring

    · Advise an appropriate number of students

    · Affirm agreement with the Statement of Faith and the Statement on Marriage and Sexuality.

    · Abide by all the policies and procedures in the OCC Personnel Handbook and Faculty Handbook

C. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    · Model a Christ-centered life

    · Pastorally care for the well-being and success of students inside and outside of the classroom

    · Possess a commitment to lifelong learning and discipline-specific expertise

    · Integrate biblical principles and a Christian worldview into all aspects of education

    · Communicate effectively in written and oral forms

    · Use appropriate and varied teaching methods

    · Keep course materials up-to-date and use instructional technology

    · Collaborate with other faculty and staff members

    · Maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information

D. Supervision (if applicable)

    · Number of Employees Supervised

    · Directly: 1 (if faculty member is approved to have a Grading Assistant)

    · Indirectly: 0

    · Total: 1

E. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

    · A master’s degree with at least 18 credit hours in the area of instruction is required.

    · A terminal degree in the relevant field of study is preferred. For teaching in seminary programs, a terminal degree is required.

    · Those with previous experience in full-time ministry and/or experience teaching at the collegiate level will be given preference.

F. Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This role will routinely work indoors in classrooms, their offices, meeting rooms, and in libraries. They may stand for long periods while teaching in the classroom, but otherwise they may remain seated while at work. The professor will regularly be on a laptop or computer for many of their primary duties. The ability to work from such electronic devices without extreme eye strain or fatigue is a must. In-office work will require the use of standard office equipment such as copiers, landline telephones, and printers. Must be able to travel occasionally for college-related business.

G. Specific Areas of Interest

    · Professor of Biblical Studies (undergrad and seminary)
    · Professor of Theology (undergrad and seminary)
    · Professor of Apologetics and Philosophy (undergrad and seminary)

This is a full-time position. To apply, submit the OCC application, cover letter, and CV to [email protected]. Also, please indicate your preferred area of interest (part G). You may indicate more than one area.

CAMPUS SAFETY

In compliance with the Clery Act, Ozark Christian College publishes annual reports containing information about crime prevention, reporting policies, crime statistics, and other safety and security-related information. The college also maintains daily crime and fire logs. To view OCC’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report go to occ.edu/security. Hard copies are also available upon request at the Ozark Christian College Student Affairs Office (1111 North Main Street, Joplin, MO 64801).

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER

Ozark Christian College is affiliated with Christian churches and churches of Christ. Its mission is to train men and women for Christian service. The college seeks to educate and hire individuals who share its core values to accomplish its mission. It is the intent of the college to create and promote a diverse workforce consistent with its stated goals and mission.

It is the policy of Ozark Christian College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission and access to educational opportunities, programs, activities, or employment as applicable to ministries in section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended and implementing regulations.

As a religious educational institution, Ozark Christian College reserves the right to make employment decisions based on religion, marital status, or sex consistent with the college’s religious beliefs. Further, as a Christian ministry, the college has the right to select those who serve in ministerial positions based on criteria established by the college.