Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor- Supply Chain and Logistics Management.

Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

JOB SUMMARY

Fort Valley State University's Department of Business Administration invites applications and nominations for part-time positions in supply chain and logistics management.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and skill in Supply Chain and Logistics Management.
• Maintain subject matter expertise and keep up-to-date with industry developments.
• Continuously improve instructional quality by reviewing and applying innovative teaching methodologies and delivery methods.
• Engage in professional development to enhance teaching effectiveness.
• Plan, develop, and implement a variety of teaching methods and materials to support diverse learning styles and backgrounds.
• Foster student engagement through case studies, simulations, group projects, and industry-relevant assignments.
• Evaluate student performance based on established course objectives and learning outcomes.
• Provide timely feedback and keep students informed of their academic progress.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records.
• Submit grades, attendance rosters, and other required documentation within prescribed timelines.
• Review, evaluate, and recommend appropriate textbooks and learning materials that support course objectives and industry relevance.
• Teach classes at various times and locations to meet institutional and program needs, including online and hybrid formats if applicable.
• Demonstrate competence in using classroom technology and show willingness to explore and adopt new instructional tools and platforms.
• Use instructional equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously.
• Assist in routine maintenance of instructional labs when necessary.
• Adhere to all institutional policies and deadlines related to grading, attendance, and reporting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in supply chain and Logistics Management
• Minimum of eighteen (18) graduate credit hours in Supply Chain and Logistics Management from an accredited business school
• At least three (3) years of teaching experience at the university level
• Experience teaching in both face-to-face and online modalities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., student evaluations, peer reviews, teaching awards)
• Relevant industry or business experience in the field of Supply Chain and Logistics Management

USG Core Values Statement

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

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .

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