Lecturer of Business Administration

Job Title : Lecturer of Business Administration

Location : Dalton State College

Regular / Temporary : Regular

Full / Part Time : Full-Time

Job ID : 291227

About Us

Dalton State College delivers a transformational education experience in a community serving more than 5,000 students through its two campuses and online programs. A member of the University System of Georgia, we provide access to high-quality bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and career and teaching certificate programs that are responsive to regional and state needs.

Located about 90 minutes from Atlanta and 30 minutes from Chattanooga, Dalton State is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in northwest Georgia and is surrounded by abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. We attract students from 35 countries and 26 states. Approximately half of our students are first-generation college students. Dalton State is Georgia's first federally-designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); through this designation, we administer a Title V and a Title III HSI STEM Grant program that benefit all students.

Our mission and values undergird our commitment to creating a sense of belonging for all students and to ensuring their success. Dalton State was ranked #1 in the nation for Student Experience in The Wall Street Journal / College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. rankings and the #2 most recommended institution in the country in 2025. In addition, we are proud to have been recognized in 2024 as one of 75 "Great Colleges to Work For" by ModernThink, along with an Honor Roll distinction.

Job Summary

Dalton State College Wright School of Business seeks a full-time 10-month non-tenure track Lecturer of Business Administration position beginning January 1, 2026.Faculty workload at Dalton State College consists of the following five components : (1) teaching, (2) student success, (3) research / scholarship / creative activity or academic achievement, (4) professional service to the institution or community, and (5) professional growth. The successful candidate must demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and service.The candidate should have attained a masters degree in business or a closely related field (e.g., MBA), preferably from an AACSB accredited institution.Business experience and industry certifications are important pluses.The appointment is renewable each year given satisfactory performance and budget.

The C. Lamar and Ann Wright School of Business is AACSB-accredited, and salary is competitive with the AACSB small school network.We currently offer six B.B.A. degrees with majors in Accounting, Finance and Applied Economics, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Management, Management Information Systems, and Marketing. Priority will be given for candidates who can teach Logistics / Supply Chain Management, Environment of Business (Introduction to Business), and / or Statistics. Summer teaching may be available on a competitive basis.

A complete application must include :

• Letter of interest
• Current CV or resume
• At least three professional references that include full name, job title, organization, phone number, email address, and a brief description of your relationship with the reference. Current or past employers.
• Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended undergraduate and graduate (official transcripts will be required as a condition of employment)
• Statement of teaching philosophy

Minimum starting salary : $71,500

Review of the applications will begin November 15th, 2025. Position will remain open until it is filled.

Benefits include : Healthcare options

Retirement option : Teachers Retirement Systems (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

Tuition assistance

$100 annually in well-being rewards

Paid sick leave

Paid parental leave

Winter break (December Holidays)

USG Benefits

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate level business courses in Logistics / Supply Chain Management and other general business courses. The teaching load will consist of a minimum of 12 hours per semester typically this is a 4 course / semester assignment. Candidate must be willing to accommodate a variety of learning styles and strategies in instructional delivery and pedagogical activities, including online and hybrid courses, student advising, and assurance of learning assessment (for both SACS-COC and AACSB) accreditation. (75%)

Engage in applied research leading to journal publications and other scholarly output focused on business communications pedagogy and research targeted to practitioners.Depending on career aspirations, lecturers must maintain credentialing sufficient for the AACSB Instructional Practitioner (IP) or Scholarly Practitioner (SP) classifications. (15%)

Serve on faculty committees at the College and School and other community initiatives and participate in other appropriate service and professional activities related to the field of Business, Business Communications, or Marketing. (10%)

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Dalton State College, as determined by Dalton State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of Dalton State College (DSC). As a member of the University System of Georgia, we follow the Board of Regents' policy, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any DSC program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure, shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for all such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the individual is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution's ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

Dalton State College is an Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact Dalton State College's Office of Human Resources at 706-272-2034. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 706-272-2034.

Other Information

As part of the interview process, finalist candidates will be asked to deliver a teaching demonstration on a topic relevant to the position.