Job description
The University of Sioux Falls invites applications for an on-ground, full-time faculty position in Business – Accounting and Finance, to begin in the fall of 2026. The University of Sioux Falls is a private Christian university offering a positive, collegial work environment. A strong benefits and compensation package is available to full-time employees, including, but not limited to, health and dental insurance, employer HSA contributions, and tuition remission. Salary and academic rank (Assistant or Associate) will be commensurate with education and experience.
QUALIFICATIONS AND MAJOR FUNCTIONS
Candidates must possess an earned master’s degree in accounting/business or a related field. A CPA license is required or the ability to earn by Fall 2026. An earned or in-progress Doctorate (JD, PhD, EdD, or similar) is a plus but not required for hire.
The primary responsibility of this faculty member will be to teach primarily undergraduate business accounting and finance courses at all levels. Although faculty may teach both on-ground and online, the primary role of this individual is on-ground teaching. Evidence of successful undergraduate teaching is helpful.
The successful candidate must have a passion for teaching, advising, and mentoring students at a Christian Liberal Arts University. This individual will also participate in the life of the university and community. The faculty member will engage in professional scholarship, curriculum assessment, prospective student recruitment, and development. The applicant must pass the required background check prior to appointment.
MORE ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY & THE SIOUX FALLS COMMUNITY
Founded in 1883, the University of Sioux Falls is a Christian, Liberal Arts University affiliated with the American Baptist Churches, U.S.A., with a total headcount of over 1,600 students, including undergraduate and graduate students. USF is inclusive of all denominations, with many represented on campus. Our mission is to foster academic excellence and the development of mature Christian persons for service to God and humankind in the world. Our motto is Culture for Service. We offer more than undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs, available on-ground, hybrid, and online.
The University is a member of the Council of Independent Colleges and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. USF is also accredited by the following: Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE), and Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). USF is a member of the NCAA Division II and competes in the Northern Sun Athletic Conference (NSIC).
The University is located in the heart of South Dakota’s largest city, with a metropolitan area population of approximately 290,000 residents. Existing at the intersection of Interstate 29 north to south and Interstate 90 east to west, Sioux Falls is a highly rated city for its quality of life, recreational and athletic facilities, and strong business climate in healthcare, education, banking, business, and non-profit organizations. For further information about USF, visit: www.usiouxfalls.edu
The University of Sioux Falls is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the application process, please contact [email protected].
How to apply
Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants must submit the following to be considered for the position: applications must be complete to receive full consideration.
- Letter of application
- Resume or vitae
- A statement of teaching philosophy that includes the integration of faith and learning
- Personal statement of Christian faith
- Official transcripts of all graduate work (unofficial transcripts accepted for initial interview)
- Three letters of professional recommendation
Please note that the initial interview may be conducted without all recommendations submitted to USF, but the applicant’s file must otherwise be complete.
The review of applications will begin immediately as qualified applicants submit and will continue until the search is successful. A selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
