The College invites applications for the Business Department Chair position beginning August, 2012. A PhD in Management (preferred) or a related business field is required. Executive level experience and/or previous Departmental Chair responsibilities are desirable. The Business Department Chair’s primary responsibilities include strategic planning and operational implementation as well as teaching and advising. These responsibilities encompass both the Traditional Day program as well as the Adult Degree Program. The Chair must be a strong advocate of the Abbey’s mission and ensure that it is reflected in all aspects of the department. Familiarity with and understanding of the Catholic Intellectual Tradition is desirable. In addition, the Chair must have a broad understanding of the many facets of a business enterprise as well as the rapidly changing business environment. An effective Chair will be a self starter, posses a high energy level, have excellent communication skills, and be creative in terms of identifying potential new program opportunities. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with the candidate's credentials and experience.
Located ten minutes west of Charlotte, North Carolina, Belmont Abbey College is a Catholic, Benedictine school that educates a diverse student body in the liberal arts and sciences. The College, which is more than 130 years old, is known for its dedicated faculty, their excellent teaching, the personal attention that students receive, and a friendly atmosphere both inside and outside of the classroom. There is a Benedictine monastery on campus, as well as a minor basilica. In keeping with the monks’ age-old tradition of hospitality, the College community welcomes newcomers and works together for the benefit of our students--aiming to exemplify the aspiration that our College motto encapsulates: That in all things God may be glorified.
Application Procedures
Review of applications will begin December 1, 2011 and will continue until the search is completed. Please send letter of application; vita; names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of three references; and graduate transcripts (evidence of teaching excellence and official transcripts required for interview) to:
Dr. Travis Feezell, Interim Chair
Business Department
Belmont Abbey College
100 Belmont-Mt. Holly Road
Belmont, NC 28012
travisfeezell@bac.edu
