Instructor of the Practice in Accounting

The Accounting, Finance, and Analytics Department at Utah Tech University seeks applicants for an Instructor of the Practice in Accounting position, with service beginning Fall Semester 2025. The Accounting program supports the College of Business core requirements, and develops graduates with value-added skills and applicable knowledge in highly interactive, student-oriented learning environments. This position is open to specialization, but there is a preference for an interest in Accounting Information Systems and FinTech in their classes. More information about the department and its associated programs and faculty can be found online at https://accounting.utahtech.edu/.

• Teach lower division courses in accounting and other related business areas for undergraduate levels as assigned. Base job workload is 30 credit hours per academic year.
• Develop and teach courses online as assigned.
• Counsel/advise students majoring in accounting and related areas.
• Maintain regular office hours and be available to students and other faculty.
• Attend department, division, and college faculty meetings; work with other faculty in program management; and adhere to university policies.
• Serve on university, division, and/or department committees as assigned.
• Perform other faculty duties as prescribed by AACSB accreditation standards.

• Masters of Taxation or Masters of Accountancy from an AACSB accredited college or university is required. Professional designation as a Certified Public Accountant or Enrolled Agent is highly preferred, as well as other active professional designations.
• Specialization and/or experience in tax accounting, plus experience in overseeing a VITA program or other volunteer tax related service is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness in tax courses at the undergraduate and graduate college level.
• Remain active in the profession of accounting, including maintaining professional designations and certifications.
• Ability to develop innovative curricula, appropriate course content, and teach under a variety of teaching situations.
• Commitment to fostering an effective learning environment.
• Ability to work well with students and other faculty members.
• Knowledge and experience of assessment and accreditation standards.
• A record of scholarly or professional activity in accounting/taxation.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.

POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Full-time (9-month) professional-track faculty position. Faculty service begins August 2025, with pay and benefits starting July 1, 2025. Annual salary of $75,000-$80,000 depending on qualifications and experience, with additional compensation available for optional summer/overload teaching. Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, employee assistance and wellness programs, life, disability, retirement, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents. See https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/employee-benefits/ under "Benefits Summary" for more details.

ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Application review begins November 4, 2024; position open until filled. Candidates must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three professional references (including email addresses), transcripts, and a Student Success Statement (1-2 pages about the candidate's teaching or other professional experience working with a wide range of student academic preparedness). Please upload all the requested documents when you submit your application. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and certification of required degrees and upon successfully passing a background check. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office (435) 652-7520.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of "active learning. active life" and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied, and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our University is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles north of Las Vegas. The area is renown for its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities. Click here to learn more about the University.

Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 12,000 students. We offer over 250 programs, including masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and/or emphases. We seek to recruit and retain diverse and ambitious faculty and staff who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, comprehensive, polytechnic university. Utah Tech University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer; the President and employees of the University are fully committed to Affirmative Action within its employment programs and activities. Utah Tech does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or the University's non-discrimination policies:

• Director of Equity Compliance / Title IX Coordinator: Hazel Sainsbury - titleix@utahtech.edu, HCC 579, 435-652-7747.
• Deputy Title IX Coordinator: LaShun McGhee - titleix@utahtech.edu, 435-652-7731.

• U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, ocr@ed.gov, 800-421-3481.
• U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, ocr.denver@ed.gov, 303-844-5695.