Montana State University
Bozeman
Faculty Position
Vacancy Announcement
Position Title
Department Name (is linked to department’s home page)
Search Number
(HR|AA will assign)
Start Date
TBD by hiring department (use specific preferred date and/or general statement of
Upon completion of search process)
Appointment
EXAMPLE: This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) renewable twelve (12) month contract
appointment.
Salary
TBD by hiring department (use specific salary or salary range with or without
depending upon experience, education and qualifications. Salary commensurate with
experience, education and qualifications can also be used without indicating any salary.)
EXAMPLE: $36,000 to $40,000 per year, dependent upon experience, education and
qualifications.
Benefits
Eligible or Ineligible
Community
Information
(used as standard
language on every
vacancy announcement)
Founded in 1893 as a Land Grant University, Montana State University (MSU) is
composed of nine academic colleges and a graduate school and boasts a friendly,
supportive faculty and campus environment. Currently, the University hosts an
enrollment of over 15,000 students, including approximately 2,000 graduate students.
MSU is classified as one of 108 U.S. Research Universities (very high research activity)
by the Carnegie Foundation.
MSU is located in Bozeman, Montana, an extended community of about 70,000 nestled
in the Rocky Mountains in Southwest Montana. In addition to providing access to an
extraordinary ecosystem for teaching and research programs, Bozeman is renowned for
year-round recreational and cultural opportunities to include access to world class ski
areas, multiple blue ribbon trout streams and the Gallatin National Forest. The
Bozeman-Yellowstone International Airport is served by several major airlines and is
the busiest airport in the state.
Named an All American City, Bozeman boasts high-quality medical facilities, a very
low crime rate, many fine restaurants, acclaimed public and private schools, a symphony
orchestra and choir, an annual opera, and nationally known events such as the Sweet Pea
Festival of the Arts held in early August of each year. Bozeman is listed as one of
National Geographic's "World's 25 Best Ski Towns." Bizjournals.com ranked Bozeman
#2 on the list of American Dreamtowns - small towns that offer the best quality of life
without metropolitan hassles. The K-12 educational system, growing reputation of
Montana State University, and pristine natural environment of the area combine to make
Bozeman one of America's most desirable university towns. Bozeman is located in the
beautiful Gallatin Valley, 90 miles north of Yellowstone National Park..
Overview
1st paragraph should include a brief overview of the department--what you want
potential applicants to know about the department, highlights, accolades, bragging
points, etc.
2nd paragraph should include a brief description of the role of this position within the
department.
Duties and
Responsibilities
Brief overview of the position duties and responsibilities. This is typically a synopsis of
the information included in the position description. Avoid listing everything--provide
enough information so the applicant can get an idea of the overall duties and
expectations of the position. You do not need to list everything. Avoid statements like:
“other duties as assigned” or “this position reports to…”. These are routine expectations
and do not need to be in this document.
Required
Qualifications
(We suggest 3-5
Required
Qualifications)
List the minimum qualifications the candidate must currently posses.
EXAMPLES:
1. Masters degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Computer Science or related
field.
2. Successful working experience in biology, natural resources, environmental
science or related field. Examples include conducting lab or field work, working
in environmental education, writing reports or summarizing research.
3. Demonstrated experience using computerized accounting systems, spreadsheet,
database and word processing software. (Please list software experience.)
4. Experience working with first-year college students.
Helpful tip: Required
Qualifications should be
objective and measurable
(experience based and not
subjective abilities or
characteristics)
Preferred
Qualifications
(We suggest 3-5
Preferred
Qualifications)
List any qualifications which would be beneficial but not a must.
1. Master's Degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Computer Science, or a
related field.
2. Experience working with large datasets.
3. Established scientific publication record.
4. Successful record of possessing the ability to work cooperatively with research
faculty, producers and co-workers.
The Successful Candidate Will:
EXAMPLES:
 have effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate successfully with
faculty, staff, and students

have superior written and oral communication skills;
Utilize this section to highlight the
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possess excellent written and oral communication skills;
skills and abilities that are required for
 possess exceptional written communication and editing skills;
the position. Reference calls &
 possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
interviews
 ability to communicate effectively with fellow employees, the public in person, over the
with the candidates will help
you verify or confirm the candidate’s
telephone, and electronically;
skills and abilities.
 ability to relate to and establish rapport with a college student population;
 demonstrate the ability to build innovative teaching, research and outreach programs;
 have the ability to work effectively with diverse populations;
 have experience communicating complex scientific information to diverse audiences;
 have working knowledge of web technologies;
 have refined organizational and time management skills;
 possess leadership experience and capabilities;
 have the ability to work independently on a wide variety of tasks and in different roles;
 have the ability to balance independent work and team-oriented work;
 work productively in a team-oriented environment;
 maintain effective attention to detail, meeting deadlines, and prioritizing competing
demands;
 display an aptitude for problem solving and facilitating the work of others;
 establish and maintain constructive working relationships with colleagues, contractors
and outside collaborators;
 possess a commitment to health education and promotion (or related field/research);
 possess the ability to provide leadership and assuming responsibility for organizational
The Successful
Candidate Will
(We suggest 3-5
successful candidate traits)
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Additional
Requirements
and program activities;
take initiative and work well independently;
be skilled at prioritizing, organizing, and working on multiple projects;
manage details well;
be confident and competent in oral presentation and excel in public speaking;
must be able to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with various
constituencies, including students, administrators, co-workers, and instructors;
to exercise good judgment and self-motivation;
maintain confidentiality of records and information.
EXAMPLES:
 This position requires extensive travel and some evening and weekend work.
 This position requires working alternate working schedules including evenings and
weekends.
 Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Montana driver’s license.
 Position requires the ability to lift on a routine basis 25 - 100 pounds with or without
accommodations.
(required on all vacancy announcements) In accordance with MSU policy, hiring will be
conditional upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Application
Deadline
Screening of applications will begin on (determined based on date posted to web), 2013
and will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
Application
Procedure
Adjust the necessary application
materials accordingly
To apply, submit all of the following:
(1) a letter of application addressing all of the above required and preferred
qualifications, and
(2) a current curriculum vita, and
(3) the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) current professional
references.
We HIGHLY
encourage you
to accept
electronic submittals, however,
it cannot be required and so we must
include a physical address for hard
copies to be submitted to.
If you wish to decline
electronic submissions
please let us know.
An application packet including all of the above items as listed is highly encouraged.
Missing materials and/or information may not be requested and may result in your
application not being considered for the position.
Electronic submissions in PDF format are preferred, and must have the applicant's
signature on the letter of application. For electronic submittals, please indicate
"Applicant - Search #xx-xxx" in the subject line of the email.
Submit to:
<Individual’s name> (optional)
<Position title> Search Committee
<Department name>
Montana State University
PO Box 17xxxx (required)
<city> MT 59717-xxxx
(406)xxx-xxxx
<email address>
Posted
HR use
Montana State University is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse
campus environment and strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates.
Montana State University is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution. As such, the University does not discriminate
in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color,
national origin (ancestry), sex, sexual preference/orientation, marital or parental status, age, creed, religion or political belief, mental or physical disability or
status as a veteran. As a commitment toward the University's mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women and persons
with disabilities are highly encouraged.
Montana State University makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant's ability to compete in the hiring process or an
employee's ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in
employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference or request accommodation, contact
Human Resources P.O. Box 172520, Montana State University, Bozeman MT 59717-2520; 406-994-3651; humanresources@montana.edu
MSU's Affirmative Action Non-Discrimination Policy and Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: www2.montana.edu/policy/affirmative_action/