Professor of Theology

NORTHWEST NAZARENE UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY & CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES
Professor of Theology

Northwest Nazarene University
Northwest Nazarene University (NNU), a comprehensive university with a rich liberal arts tradition, is located in Nampa, Idaho. The university's location in the southwest part of the state allows easy access to local ski resorts, mountain hiking, and river rafting. The proximity to Boise, the state's capital, offers cultural amenities such as the Boise Philharmonic Orchestra, Boise Master Chorale, Opera Idaho, Ballet Idaho, Riverside Jazz Orchestra, and the Boise Art Museum. The university is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. NNU has been rated by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top master's level universities in the west. The university is affiliated with the Church of the Nazarene.

Department of Religion
The Department of Religion at Northwest Nazarene University has a respected tradition of service to the institution, the denomination, the region, and the communities of Southwest Idaho. Religion courses play an important role in the general education program of the University and services several academic majors. The Department offers both undergraduate and master's degree programs and is developing a doctoral degree.

Description of Position
The School of Theology & Christian Ministries of Northwest Nazarene University is seeking applicants for a full-time faculty position in Theology to begin in the fall of 2010. The position includes serving as Director of the new online Christian Ministry degree, teaching online undergraduate courses in theology and church history, and traditional undergraduate general education courses in theology and philosophy.

Qualifications
Applicants are preferred to have a doctoral degree in a theological discipline. Applicants who are ABD will also be considered. Strong candidates will exhibit a proven track record in teaching traditional and online courses, will have strong leadership and administrative gifts, will understand teaching ministry as a Christian vocation, and will be strongly committed to the Church of the Nazarene and its mission and doctrines. Preference will be given to the candidates who are ordained ministers in the Church of the Nazarene and have ministry experience. The University and School require that all candidates approach theology from a Wesleyan theological perspective, be in agreement with the doctrine of the Church of the Nazarene, agree to live within the mission and lifestyle values of NNU, and be willing to help advance the spiritual goals of the University.

Compensation
The salary will be determined by the educational background and experience of each applicant. Full-time faculty will be offered a benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance for employee and family, life and disability insurance, tuition benefits for employee and family, opportunities for faculty development, sabbatical experiences, and a retirement program.

Application Process
To apply, please send a complete application packet, including the following documentation:

letter of interest
application form
a complete curriculum vita
transcripts
NNU Christian Mission requirements link
a statement describing philosophy of Christian higher education
three letters of recommendation - two professional references and one pastoral reference to:

Dr. Mark Maddix, Dean
School of Theology & Christian Ministries
Northwest Nazarene University
623 Holly Street
Nampa, ID 83686
(208) 467-8817 - Fax (208) 467-8252
Email - mamaddix(at)nnu.edu

Review of applications to begin immediately and continue until position is filled. (Posted 9/24/09)

Northwest Nazarene University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As an educational institution operating under the auspices of the Church of the Nazarene, Northwest Nazarene University is permitted, and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, sections 702-703, United States Civil Rights act of 1964 as amended.)