Instructor of Interior Design

Posting DetailsPosition InformationForbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-bestmidsized employer—and the only recognized education institution—inthe State of Indiana. Learn MorePosition TitleInstructor of Interior DesignAbout this OpportunityThe Department of Construction Management and Interior Design isseeking applicants to be part of a departmental pool of part-timeadjunct faculty. Possible teaching assignments may includeintroductory courses, studio courses or interior designcourses.Ball State University and Our Pledge for the FutureDestination2040: Our Flight Path establishes Ball State University’sambitious goals for our second century:• We pledge to provide a premier educational experience for everystudent.• We pledge to partner with the community to improve the lives ofour neighbors.• We are dedicated to having a lifelong presence in the lives ofour alumni.And when we complement these promises with our commitment to ourenduringvalues , we define that which makes our University and itsculture distinctive.Our faculty are collegial, collaborative, innovative, inclusive,and adaptive, both within and beyond one’s home unit. Theseattributes include commitments to collaborative discourse,interdisciplinary inquiry, and enterprising learningpractices.Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engagingteachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/orscholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities tomultiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategicthinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed tostudent and faculty success, impact, and access, within anenvironment that prioritizes inclusive excellence. We inspire eachother to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that wecan pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives.Ball State University lives the values of Beneficence. We inviteyou to be part of our community.Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on anattractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eightacademic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduateprograms. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, andspecialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engagestudents in educational, research, and creative endeavors thatempower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningfullives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhancethe economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community,our state, and our world.Our Statement on InclusivenessAt Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduringvalues and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as acommitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversityin people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates acommitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.Benefits and CommunityBall State University offers an excellent benefits package foreligible positions. Clickhere to explore options.• Affordable Healthcare• Retirement• Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents,and spouse)• Paid Parental Leave• Professional DevelopmentTo learn about other faculty opportunities at Ball StateUniversity, please visit the following link:Ball State Faculty OpportunitiesLive Near Your Work - If you are considering living near theBall State area, please visit the following link to learn moreabout relocation and living in east central Indiana:https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-workThere's more to discover IN Indiana! Visit the following link tolearn more:IN IndianaAppointment TypeOtherLength of AppointmentPT SemesterDescriptionThe Department of Construction Management and Interior Design isseeking applicants to be part of a departmental pool of part-timeadjunct faculty. Possible teaching assignments may includeintroductory courses, studio courses or interior designcourses.Teaching introductory courses, studio courses, or interior designcourses.Applications will be held on file until July 2025. Applicants inthe departmental pool will be notified only if an opportunitybecomes available in her or his area(s) of expertise.Minimum QualificationsTerminal or master’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture orrelated field from an accredited institution. OR:Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or related area and thefollowing will be considered.a. A minimum of five (5) years of experience.b. Experience at the managerial/professional level.Authorization to work in the USCandidates for searches must have current authorization to beemployed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.Preferred QualificationsLicensure, relevant industry experience, industry awards. Priorteaching experience in higher education, competency in usingsoftware such as Revit; evidence of involvement in professionalorganizations in the discipline. NCIDQ certification.Required Certifications/LicensuresPre-Employment ScreeningRequires successful completion of a background check and educationverification.Position Title(s) SupervisedNoneEEO StatementBall State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Actionemployer that is strongly and actively committed to diversitywithin its community. Women, minorities, individuals withdisabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged toapply. All qualified applicants will receive equal considerationfor employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression,national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or anyother legally protected status.DepartmentConstruction Management & Interior Design:200060College/Department InformationDepartment Email or Phone Numbersmangnealfar@bsu.edu; 765-285-2466Posting Detail InformationPosting Number202401314FNumber of VacanciesMultipleDesired Start Date08/19/2024Position End Date12/13/2024Posting Date07/11/2024Applications Accepted Through Date11/29/2024Open Until FilledNoConsideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applicationsmust be received by the date indicated here. (Applications willcontinue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until asufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position isfilled. The closing date is subject to change without notice toapplicants.)Information regarding transcriptsThe option to upload transcripts is available. Original, officialtranscripts showing the highest related degree earned is requiredat the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verificationwill be conducted.Special Instructions SummaryInformation for Applications Requiring a Cover LetterIn support of your application for this position, please prepareand submit a cover letter that describes how your qualificationsand experiences align with the elements of the position description(or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describehow you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduringvalues , including inclusiveness, which we define as acommitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversityin people, ideas, and opinions.’Search Committee Chair Name and Contact InformationFor inquiries regarding this vacancy, please contact Sarah Alfaro,Program Coordinator of Interior Design, at 765-285-2466 orsmangnealfar@bsu.edu.Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents• Cover Letter• Curriculum VitaeOptional Documents• Letter of Recommendation 1• Undergraduate Transcripts• Master's Transcripts• Portfolio