Lecturer (disaster and emergency management)

Buffalo State College; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Buffalo State College is seeking part-time lecturers for the Disaster and Emergency Management program. Candidates will be involved in various teaching activities related to disaster response and recovery. A commitment to diversity and inclusion and prior college-level teaching experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified to teach disaster-related courses.
• Experience in emergency management or related fields required.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in disaster and emergency management.
• Develop and organize course materials in both online and hybrid formats.

Skills

Teaching

Emergency management knowledge

Online teaching capability

Education

Masters degree in a social science discipline

Terminal degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Opportunities at Buffalo State University

Buffalo State is one of the largest comprehensive schools in the State University of New York system. As a civically minded, urban-engaged campus community located in the city’s cultural corridor, Buffalo State prides itself as having smaller learning environments coupled with larger university opportunities. Boasting a diverse and inclusive campus, Buffalo State is committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The school’s mission is to deliver a broad array of high-quality and distinctive academic programs infused with diversity, creativity, and hands-on learning opportunities for hardworking students who seek a personalized and affordable education that engages their minds and advances their careers. Buffalo State is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, service, scholarship, creative activity, and cultural enrichment. With degree programs in education, the arts, science, arts and humanities, and professional studies, each year over 6,000 students choose Buffalo State. Buffalo State welcomes applicants who are committed to helping us fulfill our mission.

Posting Date

Posting Date 07/01/2023

Department

Department Political Science, Public Administration and Planning

Local Title

Local Title Lecturer (disaster and emergency management)

The department is accepting applications to fill current and future part-time, temporary teaching positions in Disaster and Emergency Management. Candidates should be qualified to teach courses such as Introduction to Disaster and Emergency Management, Disaster Response and Recovery Management, and/or Disaster and Emergency Management Planning.

This is a pool posting and applications are accepted on an on-going basis. Applicants will be contacted on an as needed basis.

Required Qualifications

Masters and/or terminal degree in a social science discipline with research and/or professional experience working in emergency management, disaster response or recovery, humanitarian relief services, emergency management planning, community development, fire services, and/or emergency services.

Experience teaching at the college level. Ability to teach online and/or in hybrid formats.

Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution that subscribes to all federal, state, and SUNY legal requirements and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status (Nondiscrimination Notice). Any violation of this policy should be reported to the Equity and Diversity Office, Cleveland Hall 415, [phone]. Buffalo State is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you have any questions, please contact Jamie Warnes at [e-mail] or call [phone].

Clery Statement

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New York State Executive Order 161

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is your highest level of education attained?
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • Doctorate
  • J.D. (Juris Doctor)
  • None of the above
• * All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The college's Pre-Employment Background Screening Policy is available at http://hr.buffalostate.edu/pre-employment-background-screening. Prior to an offer of employment, an applicant will be required to sign an authorization release form, allowing Buffalo State to conduct a background investigation. Failure of an applicant to sign the authorization release form will disqualify an applicant from further consideration for appointment.
  • I agree to comply with the college's policy.
  • I do not agree to comply with the college's policy. (Note, this selection will disqualify you from further consideration for appointment.)
• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Buffalo State website
  • Buffalo News
  • Buffalo Rocket
  • Challenger
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • HigherEdJobs
  • Panorama Hispano News
  • Employee Referral
  • Other
• * Do you have college-level teaching experience?
  • Yes
  • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume / Curriculum Vitae

Cover Letter

Names and Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Optional Documents