Instructor/Lecturer | Posting Details

Posting Details Institution South Dakota State University

Working Title Instructor/Lecturer

Posting Number F01892P

Department SDSU-Graduate Nursing

Physical Location of Position (City) Unspecified

Posting Text South Dakota State University is offering an exciting career opportunity to join the College of Nursing as an Instructor/Lecturer. This position will serve as the Nurse Midwife Faculty and Director of the new midwifery program. This position will be located in either Brookings, Sioux Falls, or Rapid City. This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position. The SDSU College of Nursing, located in Brookings, Rapid City, and Sioux Falls, has a long history of exceptional nursing education and this is recognized through its designation as a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education by the National League for Nursing. The college's fully accredited Healthcare Simulation Center epassing all three sites is further evidence of ourmitment to high quality education for all students. SDSU Nursing's history of excellence, innovation and achievement across its graduate and undergraduate programs provides an excellent foundation for growth and innovation. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead accreditation activities, such as ACME self-studies; Annual reports; Site visit preparation and follow-up (done in collaboration with Associate Dean for Academic Programs).

Monitorpliance with accreditation standards.

Track program oues such as graduation rates, certification exam pass rates, employment oues.

Facilitate faculty meetings andmittee work.

Oversee clinical experiences- assist in securing clinical placements; selection and orientation of clinical preceptors.

BENEFITS

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans,pensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university's guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Apleted Master's degree by date of application

Licensed by the South Dakota Board of Nursing or eligible for licensure as an APRN as evidenced by current licensure in another state

Nationally certified as a Nurse Midwife by the American Midwifery Certification Board, or other appropriate certifying body

Minimum of two years as practicing as a midwife

Ability tomunicate effectively with a variety of audiences

Excellent verbal and writtenmunication skills

Demonstratedanizational and time management skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to work as a contributing team member

Demonstrated use of technology in managing and/or delivering educational programs

Demonstrated ability or potential to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate educational materials and direct effective programs

Valid driver's license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire, and willingness to travel

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

An earned Doctoral degree

Evidence of professional service

Formal teaching experience in nursing

Demonstrated evidence of potential for scholarly activity

Experience in publishing extension materials and peer reviewed journals

APPLICATION PROCESS

This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, curriculum vitae, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process. Any offer of employment is contingent on the university's verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successfulpletion of a criminal background check. SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to tby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14. Posting Date 09/08/2026

Closing Date 09/29/2026

Open Until Filled First Consideration Date Advertised Salary Salary and rank aremensurate with qualifications, starting at $115,000 for Instructor level.

Duration of the Term 12 months

If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100

Tenure Status Term

Proposed Rank Instructor Lecturer

Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular

Scope of Search External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search Department Description and Cultural Expectations SDState is the state's largest, mostprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamicmunity for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for amodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HRsdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007.

Phone:

(605) 688-4128. Information For questions on the position, contact Heidi Mennenga at Heidi.

Mennengasdstate.edu.

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Analyzing, Comprehend, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Pace-average, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Protective Clothing/Equipment Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. Latex Gloves

If other protection is used please identify Physical Requirements Please designate the physical requirements of this position Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating)

Describe any of the conditions selected Sensory Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Hearing, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above Working Environment Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Classroom Environment, Clinical Environment, Lab Environment, Office Environment

If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.