Faculty Development Specialist
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or Justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for Which they may be qualified.
Please Note:
- A criminal background check will be conducted on the candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
- If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants.
- Salary will be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
- Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
- Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
- Your application for the position will not be completed until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
- If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834.
Position Details
Classification Information
| Position Classification Title |
Faculty Development Professional |
| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Position Class |
80216 |
Position Overview
| Position Summary |
Winston-Salem State University is seeking a Faculty Development Specialist for the Center of Innovative and Transformative Instruction.
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Winston-Salem State University (
WSSU), a constituent institution of the University of North Carolina System, invites applications for the position of Faculty Development Specialist. The Center for Innovative and Transformative Instruction (
CITI) is an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative common area for faculty, staff and administrators to pursue innovation and transformation in higher education teaching and learning. This position plays a critical role in advancing faculty excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service by designing and implementing comprehensive professional development initiatives that support faculty success and student achievement.
The Faculty Development Specialist reports to Director for The Center for Innovative and Transformative Instruction within Academic Affairs and collaborates closely with faculty, academic leadership, and campus partners to foster inclusive, innovative, and evidence-based teaching and learning practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, coordinate, and deliver faculty development programming focused on effective teaching, learning assessment, instructional technology, inclusive pedagogy, and student success.
- Support onboarding and ongoing professional development for new and continuing faculty, including workshops, learning communities, seminars, and institutes.
- Collaborate with the Office of Faculty Affairs, academic departments, deans, and key campus units to identify faculty development needs and align programming with institutional and UNC System priorities.
- Provide individual and group consultations to faculty on course design, pedagogy, assessment, and the use of instructional technologies.
- Assist with faculty development related to accreditation standards, program review, and quality assurance initiatives.
- Support grant-funded and donor-supported initiatives related to teaching innovation and faculty success, as applicable.
- Assess the effectiveness of faculty development programs and prepare reports to support continuous improvement and accountability.
- Stay current with best practices and emerging trends in higher education, faculty development, and instructional design.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission and strategic goals of Winston-Salem State University.
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Position Information
| Position Number |
001938 |
| Working Position Title |
Faculty Development Specialist |
| Building and Room No. |
O'Kelly Library, room 202 |
| Appointment Type |
Permanent Full-Time |
| If Time Limited. |
No |
| Appointment Length. |
12 months |
Requirements and Preferences
| Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies |
Not Mandatory |
| Normal Work Schedule |
8:00 am-5:00 pm M-F
Other hours as necessary |
| Department Required Skills |
- Master's degree from an accredited institution in Education, Higher Education, Instructional Design, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field.
- Experience working in faculty development, instructional support, teaching and learning centers, or a related higher education environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based teaching and learning practices.
- Strong organizational, communication, and facilitation skills.
- Demonstrated competence teaching at the undergraduate level.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, students, and staff.
- Demonstrated experience in coordinating multiple projects or work tasks.
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| Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education |
- Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline.
- Experience working within the University of North Carolina System or another large public higher education system.
- Experience supporting faculty across multiple disciplines and appointment types (tenure-track, non-tenure-track, clinical, adjunct).
- Familiarity with instructional technologies, learning management systems, and digital teaching tools.
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| Required License or Certification |
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| Valid US Driver's License |
No |
| Commercial Driver's License Required |
No |
| Physical Required |
No |
| List any other medical/drug tests required |
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Posting Details
Posting Details
| Internal Posting Only |
No |
| Time Limited Position |
No |
| Appointment Length |
|
| Salary |
Commensurate with education and experience |
| Open Date |
01/30/2026 |
| Close Date |
02/13/2026 |
| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Special Instructions Summary |
Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or Justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for Which they may be qualified.
Please Note:
- A criminal background check will be conducted on the candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
- If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants.
- Salary will be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
- Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
- Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
- Your application for the position will not be completed until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
- If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834.
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Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Document
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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