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.
APPLICATION
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.
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 USFHR@usiouxfalls.edu.
