Business Instructor

POSITION: Business Instructor (10-Month Faculty Position) CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time
DEPARTMENT: Academics FLSA STATUS: Exempt
LOCATION: New Town, ND Campus PAY RANGE: DOE
OPENING & CLOSING DATE: August 10, 2026 – Open Until Filled

Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College (“NHSC”) strives to provide a unique educational community founded in culture and spirituality
that nurtures holistic student success. Since 1973, our staff has championed the role of higher education.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for college-level business instruction, including up to 15 credit hours per semester; Assist in extracurricular

student and community activities; Participate in NHSC faculty committees and community outreach programs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for teaching higher education courses per semester in Business. Exact courses need to be

determined by the Business Department Chairperson.

• Instruction of students in accordance with the schedule determined by the Business Department Chairperson and

in furthering the best interest of the students.

• Design, prepare, present, and evaluate business courses; provide individual student evaluation.
• The position includes the possibility of teaching over an interactive video network, online courses, and/or

divisional administrative duty.

• Maintenance of class attendance records and grades for students in enrolled courses.
• May be required to cross-teach in other classes.
• Actively participate in curriculum development, including planning, budgeting, and assessment processes for the

Academic Department.

• Serve as a student advisor in accordance with standard academic advisement policy.
• Participate in the assessment and planning of business programs, serve on committees, perform division and

university activities, participate in professional development, and provide service to the overall university and

business communities.

• Actively participate in departmental, college, and community programs in support of the NHSC programs,

including student recruitment.

• Recognize the college’s involvement in the community and accept community groups’ speaking assignments,

participate as a judge in various community events, and serve the community as a consultant in the development

of civic projects.

• Serve as student advisor in accordance with standard academic advisement policy.
• Assist in recruiting and advising a diverse student population for the business department.
• Serve on committees of the College in keeping with abilities and interests.
• Attend workshops, seminars, and in-service programs related to the betterment of job performance.
• Comply with all NHSC policies, practices and regulations, including faculty and instructional policies under the

direction of the Vice President of Academics.

• Conduct interdisciplinary collaborative research and/or teaching as needed by the College.
• Provide data, as needed, regarding student performance in assigned courses.
• And other duties as assigned.

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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE: Must have extensive knowledge of business, some knowledge of accounting, and practical experience

teaching at the college level.

SKILLS: Must possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; must be able to multitask and

address issues forthrightly, with tact and sensitivity to precedent; must possess computer skills relevant to classroom and

educational administrative settings, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and LMS Systems.

ABILITIES: Must exhibit excellent leadership ability. Must be able to perform assigned duties with minimal supervision.

Must be able to establish effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and outside agencies.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in business administration, Management, or a closely related field.
Demonstrate teaching experience, preferably at the post-secondary level. Excellent communication, organization, and

interpersonal skills. Ability to integrate technology into instruction and learning.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Doctorate in Business or related field. Industry experience in business or entrepreneurship.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

HOURS: Unless properly approved, the normal schedule of hours is from 8 am to 5 pm with a 1-hour lunch. Working

extended hours may be required as needed.

ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in an office setting under usual office working conditions. The work environment and
working conditions described here are representative of those that are typical of the job and must be met by an employee

to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and ability to travel.

ACCOMMODATIONS: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the

essential functions.

If interested, please submit the following information:

• Application
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Transcripts/Certifications
• ID
• Indian or Veteran Preference (If applicable)
• 3 Letters of Reference (For instructor positions only)

Submit to the following address:

Alisha DeCoteau

Human Resources Director

Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College

PO Box 490

New Town, ND 58763

[email protected]

Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College is a member of the AIHEC, and an Equal Opportunity Employer

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