The School of Public Administration (SPA) at the University of New Mexico invites applications for a half-time (50% FTE), 9-month appointment at the rank of Professor of Practice to begin August 1, 2025. The School of Public Administration (SPA) seeks candidates who can teach courses in two or more of the following areas: nonprofit management, intergovernmental relations, tribal administration, and public service leadership. In addition, the successful candidate will lead the required MPA and Minor in Public Service practicums, and support the Performance Academy, a budding executive level program for senior level government employees. All Professor of Practice instructors are reviewed annually.  Workload is determined by the School of Public Administration (SPA) Director and University policies. The typical teaching load of a .50 FTE is 3 courses a year.

To apply please access the University of New Mexico’s online application system at https://www.unmedu/jobs and apply for posting requisition # 32977. Only applications submitted through this website can be considered. Applicants should pay extra attention to the “Special Instructions to Applicants,” which detail all of the required elements that must accompany the application. A complete application consists of a cover letter describing the applicant’s qualifications as they relate to the minimum and preferred criteria, commitment to the success of diverse students, a current curriculum vitae, a one-page teaching statement, and the name and contact information of three references. Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

Application review will begin immediately. For best consideration, all required application materials must be received by May 1, 2025 for best consideration. We will only consider complete applications. The position will remain open until filled. Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search committee chair (Dr. Kun Huang, khuang@unm.edu) and School of Public Administration (SPA) Director ( Dr. Patria de Lancer Julnes, patriajulnes1@unm.edu). The University of New Mexico is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply including women, minorities, and those from underrepresented groups.

UNM is the premier research university in New Mexico, and is a Carnegie Highest Research Activity Institution and a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution. New Mexico is a majority minority state and UNM’s student population is among the most diverse in the country. Our campus is located in the heart of Albuquerque, which has cultural, outdoor and recreational opportunities for everyone.  UNM is located on the traditional homelands of the Pueblo of Sandia.  The original peoples of New Mexico – Pueblo, Navajo, and Apache – and their connection to this land remains significant.  Learn more about our city, our welcoming campus, and research opportunities at http://advance.unm.edu/why-abq/ and  https://advance.unm.edu/why-unm/.

Minimum Qualifications:

• MPA or related degree by date of application
• A distinguished and impactful record of accomplishments in senior positions in public administration or nonprofit management at the state, local, or national level.
• A reputation for excellence and leadership in public service.
• Commitment to contribute to advancing the mission and vision of the School of Public Administration and the University of New Mexico.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, administrators, and stakeholders
• A demonstrated ability to teach in the areas of nonprofit management, nonprofit financing, intergovernmental relations, and tribal administration.
• Strong connections to New Mexico’s government and nonprofit organizations.
• A demonstrated ability to provide effective, practice-oriented instruction in areas that supplement the core pedagogical instruction of the School
• Ability to mentor diverse students at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels
• Ability to contribute to other core areas in the School, including developing executive-level education
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.