Assistant Professor - Military Leader Development

University of Colorado; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Military Leader Development at University of Colorado Colorado Springs is seeking an exceptional candidate for a newly created tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position. The candidate will teach Military Leader Development core and specialty courses across undergraduate and graduate programs, advise students, and engage in applied research related to military leadership.

Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in Leadership or a closely related field and have

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Leadership (or a closely related field) from a regionally accredited institution is required
• Successful teaching experience in higher education is required
• Teaching experience at the graduate level in credit bearing Human Domain Leadership courses is required
• Earned credentials and/or certificates in Coaching is required
• Experience working as core faculty in graduate level Leadership and Leader Development programs is required
• Experience working with military populations is required
• Administrative program experience as a Faculty Director is required

Responsibilities

• Teach a 2/3 course load per academic year as assigned
• Maintain an advising caseload of graduate and undergraduate students
• Conduct program-related applied research and scholarly activities
• Teach graduate and undergraduate Military Leader Development specialty courses
• Supervise Military Leader Development students fieldwork and practicum
• Teach Military Leader Development core courses
• Actively participate in departmental, college and university committees as needed
• Collaborate and support ROTC programs
• Collaborate and support existing military partnerships and participate in relevant steering committees
• Develop new programs with community and military partners
• Support the objectives of our military partner communities, organizations, and the profession
• Demonstrate pedagogical and andragogical approaches including use of technology in Canvas

Skills

Experience with military populations

Teaching in higher education

Education

Doctorate in Leadership

Job description

Job Title and Department

Assistant Professor - Military Leader Development, Department of Counseling and Human Services, College of Education

About the University

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking an Assistant Professor to join our team! UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success.

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Location and Work Arrangement

Work Location: Primarily In Person / On-site

Salary

Salary Range: $65,000 - $70,000 per academic year. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Benefits

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Job Summary

The Department of Military Leader Development is seeking exceptional candidates to apply for a newly created tenure-track, experienced Assistant or Associate Professor position in our Military Leader Development programs. Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in Leadership or closely related field and be able to teach Military Leader Development core courses across the undergraduate and graduate programs. The successful candidate will have a strong working knowledge of active-duty military populations and be able to instruct enlisted (SNCO) and officer (FGO) groups. The successful candidate will be a resource and instructional support for program instructors and have thorough understanding of the application of Human Domain Leadership and Military Leader Development. In addition, the successful candidate will demonstrate personal awareness related to the role of the leader developer educator, including setting and maintaining appropriate boundaries and practicing appropriate self-care, serving as a role model for students, site supervisors, and adjunct faculty. This is a 9-month academic year appointment beginning in August 2027.

Essential Functions

• Teach a 2/3 course load per academic year as assigned
• Maintain an advising caseload of graduate and undergraduate students
• Conduct program-related applied research and scholarly activities
• Teach graduate and undergraduate Military Leader Development specialty courses
• Supervise Military Leader Development students fieldwork and practicum
• Teach Military Leader Development core courses
• Actively participate in departmental, college and university committees as needed
• Collaborate and support ROTC programs
• Collaborate and support existing military partnerships and participate in relevant steering committees
• Develop new programs with community and military partners
• Support the objectives of our military partner communities, organizations, and the profession
• Demonstrate various pedagogical and andragogical approaches to enhance student learning, including the use of technology in and outside of the classroom (Canvas, etc.)

Timeline

Priority will be given to applications submitt ed by: 11:59 PM, January 11, 2027

Potential first round virtual interview dates: Week of January 25, 2027

Potential final round virtual or in person interview dates: February 15 - 26, 2027

Start date: August 16, 2027

Equal Opportunity Employer

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

Requirements

• Earned doctorate in Leadership (or a closely related field) from a regionally accredited institution is required
• Successful teaching experience in higher education is requiredTeaching experience at the graduate level in credit bearing Human Domain Leadership courses is required
• Earned credentials and/or certificates in Coaching is required
• Experience working as core faculty in graduate level Leadership and Leader Development programs is required
• Experience working with military populations is required
• Administrative program experience as a Faculty Di