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Working TitleInstructor of Accounting

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Posting Number202500019F

Proposed Annual Salary Range$37,500 to $40,000 at 50% FTE (100% FTE of $75,000 to $80,000)

Employee Benefits

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Position TypeFaculty

Work Hours/Week20

Description of Work Unit

As one of five departments in the College, the Department of Accounting currently has 16 full-time faculty members. The department offers a Master of Accountancy degree and an undergraduate concentration in accounting. The Master of Accountancy and the undergraduate program have outstanding career placement rates and are consistently the top programs in the state for graduates passing the CPA Exam. Visit https://biz.colostate.edu/resources/departments/department-of-accounting to learn more.

The College of Business at Colorado State University is an AACSB -accredited business school that embraces the values of: access, excellence, impact, and community. The College was recently selected as a winner of the Financial Times “Best Business School” award for responsible business education, and its Impact MBA program was ranked by Corporate Knights as the No. 7 “Better World MBA” worldwide. These recognitions are aligned with the College’s vision to build a nationally recognized College that provides access to an exceptional business education, excels in research that advances our understanding of the world, and leverages the power of business to make our world a better place.

Colorado State University is a Carnegie Research Extensive Institution with a land grant mission serving approximately 32,000 graduate and undergraduate (resident-instruction) students. CSU has been recognized as a premier research university, with world-class research in infectious disease, atmospheric science, clean energy technologies, and environmental science. CSU also offers among the very best professional programs in the country in corporate sustainability (Impact MBA ), veterinary medicine, occupational therapy, agriculture, and construction management. CSU’s STARS (Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System) platinum rating reflect the university’s commitment to sustainability.

Located in northern Colorado, Fort Collins is about one hour north of Denver, with an easy drive to the Rocky Mountain National Park and area ski resorts. Fort Collins consistently ranks high on quality of life measures by numerous publications; more information may be found on theCity of Fort Collins visitor’s website (https://www.visitftcollins.com/) .

Tenure/Tenure Track?No

% Research0

% Teaching90

% Service10

% Administration0

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on03/07/2025

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Position End Date

Position Summary

The teaching load and course assignments are made by the chair of the Department of Accounting. Teaching needs vary and could include financial, managerial, intermediate, advanced, tax, governmental, auditing, systems, and ethics. Teaching could be days or evenings and in-person or online. The expected start date for this position is August 2025.

This is a part-time 50% FTE , continuing faculty appointment, with an expected workload of 20 hours per week.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the Accounting Department will not sponsor a visa for this position now nor in the future.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Required Job Qualifications

+ Master’s degree in accounting or MBA with accounting focus or equivalent from a school of business accredited by the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International), OR

+ substantial executive-level relevant experience in tandem with a relevant undergraduate degree, OR

+ earned doctoral degree in the relevant area of study, OR

+ doctoral candidate in the relevant area of study.

Preferred Job Qualifications

+ Demonstrated excellence in teaching accounting classes at both the introductory and upper-division level.

+ Potential to teach graduate level accounting courses.

+ Demonstrated willingness and ability to teach a variety of accounting topics (e.g., financial, managerial, tax, governmental, auditing, systems, and/or ethics).

+ Business experience in relevant subject areas.

+ Professional certification in accounting (e.g., CPA , CFE , CIA , CMA , etc.).

+ Experience with multi-media teaching techniques.

+ Potential for or demonstrated excellence in curriculum development and service.

+ Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the College’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Special Instructions to Applicants

An application packet will consist of: 1) a cover letter indicating interest in the position at Colorado State University along with a description of the applicant’s ability to meet the position’s required and preferred qualifications; 2) a resume or vita; 3) sample class or student evaluations; 4) sample course syllabus/syllabi; 5) a statement of teaching interests; and 6) contact information of three references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. For full consideration, applications should be received no later than 11:59pm MST March 7, 2025 tohttps://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/156967; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please direct inquiries to James Stekelberg, Search Committee Chair at [email protected]. Inquiries will be treated confidentially. Application materials of finalist candidates will be made available for review by the entire faculty of the Department of Accounting.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Search ContactJames Stekelberg, [email protected]

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryTeaching and Advising

Duty/Responsibility

+ Construct course syllabus adhering to College of Business assurance of learning outcomes and departmental standards.

+ Administer courses through Colorado State University’s learning management system.

+ Provide evidence of assurance of learning outcomes

+ Deliver instructional course material via multi-media teaching techniques in relevant subject areas in prescribed delivery format.

Percentage Of Time90

Job Duty CategoryService to Department, College, and University

Duty/Responsibility

+ Serve on committees at departmental, college, and university levels.

Percentage Of Time10

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * Do you have at least one of the following: • Master’s degree in accounting or MBA with accounting focus or equivalent from a school of business accredited by the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International), OR • substantial executive-level relevant experience in tandem with a relevant undergraduate degree, OR • earned doctoral degree in the relevant area of study, OR • doctoral candidate in the relevant area of study.

+ Yes

+ No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Cover Letter

+ Class or Student Evaluations

+ Sample Syllabus or syllabi

+ Resume or CV

+ Statement of Teaching Interests

Optional Documents