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Assistant Professor, Counseling and Leadership

Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/25/2026
Jacksonville State University

Assistant Professor, Counseling and Instructional Leadership

The Department of Professional Counseling and Leadership invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Instructional Leadership. This faculty member will teach graduate and doctoral-level coursework within the Instructional Leadership program and contribute substantively to the Doctorate of Educational Leadership (EdD). The successful candidate must hold a valid Alabama Instructional Leadership certificate or an equivalent credential and demonstrate experience supporting doctoral candidates through dissertation development, research design, and scholarly writing. The position emphasizes practitioner-scholar preparation, applied research, leadership development, and collaborative service.

This Position Requires The Following Qualifications

  • Earned doctorate (EdD or PhD) in Instructional Leadership, Educational Leadership, or a closely related field
  • Valid Alabama Instructional Leadership certificate or equivalent leadership credential or the ability to earn an Alabama certification
  • Experience in P–12 educational leadership
  • Demonstrated experience supporting doctoral research and dissertation development

The Department Will Give Priority To Applicants Who Have

  • Experience teaching in graduate and doctoral leadership programs
  • Experience chairing or serving on dissertation committees
  • Experience with online or hybrid doctoral instruction
  • Evidence of scholarly publications or applied research

The position has an anticipated start date of August 1, 2026.

The mission of the Professional Counseling & Leadership department is to provide to students instruction related to knowledge, skills, and dispositions of the specific area of their major. A strong commitment to instructional technology and school improvement is recognized by all faculty members in the department.

Founded in 1883, Jacksonville State University is a learning-centered university in Jacksonville, Alabama, whose mission is to provide distinctive educational, cultural, and social experiences for a diverse student population.

Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama, approximately midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, JSU is home to more than 9,600 students representing 61 countries. As a learning-centered university, it strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment, meeting their educational, career and personal goals. As an academic institution, it seeks to produce broadly educated graduates prepared for global engagement. As a public, comprehensive university, it promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths. For a complete list of Goals, Core Values and Strategies to fulfill this Mission, go to http://www.jsu.edu/president/strategic_planning.html

Academically JSU offers 101 academic programs and concentrations, including bachelor's, master's, post-baccalaureate, doctoral and advanced certificate programs in a variety of disciplines that prepare graduates for meaningful careers and ongoing education. More than 40 online programs are offered. The University features seven colleges on its 459-acre campus - Arts and Humanities; Business and Industry; Education and Professional Studies; Health Professions and Wellness; Social and Behavioral Sciences; Science and Mathematics; and Library. Most academic programs have discipline-specific accreditations, a reflection of their quality and JSU’s commitment to excellence.

Clery Notice: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, https://clerycenter.org/policy-resources/the-clery-act/ the Jacksonville State University Police provide information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three calendar years. The JSU Annual Campus Security and Fire Report is available online at: http://jsu.edu/police/docs/CleryAnnualReport.pdf

Equal Employment Opportunity: Jax State is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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