A Business Professor teaches foundational business ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the business curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
Dean, Career and Workforce Development Department:
Career & Workforce Education Classification:
Faculty Full or Part-time:
Full Time Job Summary:
The Lecturer is to teach courses in Business with a primary focus on Marketing, Professional Communication and courses within our newly developed Gig Economy Certificate. Develops, implements, and maintains currency of courses, programs, and curricula in assigned program/discipline. This is an in person position.
Essential Functions:
1. Designs and delivers effective instruction as assigned through traditional and distance-based formats, using course outlines approved by the College Curriculum Council. 2. Advises students within academic discipline (or closely related field) and holds posted office hours, as required by contract. 3. In collaboration with departmental colleagues, designs/selects and implements appropriate assessment of student learning at the course and program level. 4. In collaboration with department chair or chairs designee, selects and orders course textbooks in a timely fashion. 5. Submits contract, grades, and other required paperwork within prescribed timelines. 6. Recommends equipment and software needs to Instructional Division Dean. 7. Develops and maintains relationships with appropriate external constituencies (e.g., area high schools, community agencies, advisory committees). 8. Collaborates with instructional administration in conducting program/discipline area reviews and other continuous improvement activities in teaching and learning, including periodic curriculum reviews. 9. Effectively integrates the use of instructional technology in instruction, when appropriate. 10. Remains current in the discipline taught as well as in current trends in teaching methodologies for their specific discipline. 11. Participates in graduation exercises. 12. Performs other duties as assigned.
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Accountabilities:
Job Specifications:
Masters degree (MA or MS) in Marketing OR Masters degree (MA or MS) in a closely related field (e.g., Business Administration) with 18 graduate hours in Marketing required. At least two years of full-time, non-teaching professional experience in Marketing or a closely related field required within the past five years. Must be highly motivated and self-directed in building a high-quality educational program and relationships with business, industry, education, and community partners Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
OTHER HIGHLY DESIRED QUALITIES
: Two years of experience teaching business-related courses at a community college or university serving a diverse group of students. Teaching experience in higher education or professional training environments. Experience with alternate instructional delivery methods including online, remote learning, and hybrid courses preferred. Skilled in integrating instructional technology. Ability to design and implement effective assessment strategies for measuring student learning Commitment to staying current with industry trends and best practices.
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Salary Range:
$40,000 - $51,000 Special Instructions to
Applicants:
Be a part of the Red Hawk family and apply today! Benefits start on first day of hire! Extensive paid time off (including Spring Break), College fully pays the in-network health insurance deductible, minimum of 10% employer retirement contribution per payroll, and much more!
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https://www.mlive.com/michigansbest/2021/06/summer-in-st-joseph-spend-a-michigans-best-day-with-beaches-great-food-wine-trails.html Official transcripts required upon hire. Information on our standard hiring process: Lake Michigan College will accept applications on this position for at least 14 days. If this process extends beyond 21 days, a communication of the delay will be made to all applicants for the position. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources at hr@lakemichigancollege.edu .
Open Date:
04/06/2026
Closing Date:
To apply, visit https://lmc.simplehire.com/postings/5623 About Lake Michigan College Lake Michigan College is a community college in southwest Michigan. We have three campuses --two of which are located ten minutes from our namesakes breathtaking shoreline. Like other community colleges, we offer associate degrees, certificates, and even a baccalaureate degree. But what sets us apart from our peers is our seemingly limitless potential and our people - people who care deeply about our regions future and who are committed to student success and exemplary educational programs, strong alignments with both established and emerging industries, and productive partnerships with the communities we serve . Faculty and staff at LMC enjoy excellent benefits and a supportive and friendly work environment. LMC recently received a Capital Outlay grant from the State of Michigan and a new millage from the southwest Michigan community, so the colleges facilities will be getting innovative, sustainable upgrades in the next few years that will contribute to the comfort, productivity and collaborative environment for all employees. Living in Southwest Michigan Southwest Michigan attracts millions of tourists who come for our beaches , wineries , and nationally acclaimed golf courses . But many who visit, choose to stay for our great schools, low cost of living, and high quality of life . LMCs main campus is nestled in a watery and wooded wildlife sanctuary, yet its less than a half-days drive from major metro areas including Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit, and Indianapolis. jeid-be6f37362ecf50448a068390874f6811
