F0072 - Construction Management (CIVIL) Engineering Technology - Assistant Professor Tenure-Track

Title: F0072 - Construction Management (CIVIL) Engineering Technology - Assistant Professor Tenure-Track

State Role Title: FACULTY

Hiring Range: Commensurate with credentials and experience

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Norfolk State University

Location: Norfolk State University

Agency Website: www.nsu.edu

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Department of Engineering Technology at Norfolk State University seeks candidates for a tenure-track faculty position consistent with prior rank or experience of Assistant Professor in Construction Management(Civil) Engineering Technology, beginning Fall 2025. The Department is fully accredited by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE). The Department offers an Associate in Science degree in Architectural Drafting, and the Bachelor’s in Science degree in Construction Management Engineering Technology; Computer Engineering Technology; and Electronics Engineering Technology. For more information, please visit the following website:

https://www.nsu.edu/technology

The successful candidate will:

1. Teach undergraduate courses in construction management engineering technology:
   including surveying, engineering mechanics (statics, strength of materials), structures
   analysis, soil mechanics, materials of construction, methods of construction, building
   codes and specification, problem analysis and planning, organization and supervision of
   construction, construction supervision, and construction and project management, cost
   estimates, structural planning and design.
2. Conduct laboratory activities as appropriate and maintain equipment and facilities
   associated with the courses taught.
3. Develop partnerships with construction industry to assure internships and field trips for
   students.
4. Contribute to construction management program, courses, and curriculum development.
5. Advise/mentor students and participate in recruitment activities.
6. Participate in ongoing assessment and accreditation activities.
7. Perform scholarly activities and submit grant proposals for external funding to acquire
   financial support.
8. Perform other duties as assigned by department chair.
9. Maintain and advance the industrial advisory board associated with the construction
   management program.

Minimum Qualifications

The desired candidate must:

Terminal degree(i.e. Ed.D., Ph.D., etc.) for a tenure track position in construction
management or civil engineering, or a closely related field (Degree must be from a
regionally accredited or internationally accredited/government certified university).

Additional Considerations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Experience in teaching on the higher education level and ABET accreditation experience.
2. Experience with Blackboard or equivalent.
3. Demonstrated experience in grant writing.
4. Have at least three years of relevant Construction industry experience.
5. Ability to maintain and advance relationships with professionals in the construction.
   industry for program improvement.
6. Evidence of effective communication skills (including oral, written, and interpersonal)
7. Demonstrated student-oriented mindset, including the ability to advise and mentor
   students and promote the department.
8.  Demonstrated commitment to collegiality when interacting with others within the
   professional community.
   

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

NSU Teaching Philosophy for Underrepresented Populations

Norfolk State University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for all students regardless of background. Candidates must include a statement that reflects their philosophy and experience working with initiatives or with students and communities from underrepresented populations.

EEO Statement

Norfolk State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. NSU encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

Application and/or résumé for this position must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Job Board/Recruitment Management System (RMS). Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of Virginia Employees Only), must attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from either the electronic application and/or resumé. RMS provides a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your RMS account to check the status of your application for this position.
Norfolk State University conducts background checks on all candidates identified as a finalist for employment consideration. The type of background check(s) performed are dependent upon the type of position for which you have been identified as a finalist and may include: criminal history, including sexual offender registry checks, reference checks, degree validation, DMV (driving) records, license verification, and credit report reviews. The results of background checks are made available to university employing officials. As a finalist, you will be required to sign an Authorization to Release form. Norfolk State University utilizes Form I-9 and E-verify in the verification of eligibility for employment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Contact Information

Name: Norfolk State University

Phone: 757-823-8160

Email: Emailed material not accepted

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.