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Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower over 50,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!
Location
(Primary Location for Job Responsibilities)
Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.
Department Information
Department Specific Tasks And Responsibilities
- Provides quality and technically relevant instruction in payroll best practices and payroll compliance
- Provides continual feedback and various methods of assessment measurement by ensuring student mastery of the following learning outcomes:
- Identify and complete various forms needed for reporting and filing requirements
- Recall federal and state wage and hour laws to ensure compliance
- Examine a payroll situation and correct, amend, adopt, or change for positive results
- Use qualitative and quantitative methods and tools to accurately calculate a paycheck
- Recall basic payroll accounting functions to calculate and distribute wages, salaries and withholdings through time sheets, paychecks and payroll ledgers
- Perform compliance research and identify payroll system needs and documentation for internal controls
DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Familiarity with current FPC requirements
Job Summary
Provides quality and technically relevant instruction in the assigned program. Follows departmental guidelines, policies, procedures and relevant regulations.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides quality and technically relevant instruction of course curriculum
- Teaches students learning strategies
- Conducts teaching and instructional activities using educational equipment, manipulatives, props, and other learning aids
- Provides continual feedback and various methods of assessment measurement by ensuring student mastery of the following learning outcomes as addressed in the program's addendum
- Assesses and records grading for all homework assignments, quizzes, and tests
- Completes paperwork associated with classroom and project management
- Participates in marketing of courses to prospective students by providing technical information regarding course content during biannual Open House events
- Assists with course and/or program evaluation and continuous improvement and resolve quiz disputes when necessary
- Maintains acceptable program quality and satisfaction scores
- Keeps Program Manager informed of any curriculum or student code of conduct issues
- Records attendance in learning management system
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution of higher education
Minimum Experience Required
Five (5) years of payroll experience required
Minimum Licensure/Certification Required By Law And/Or Institution
Current FPC or CPP credentials through American Payroll Association
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Abilities
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
- Able to motivate students to actively participate in all aspects of the educational process
- Able to review syllabus and learning outcomes the first night of class
- Able to provide sufficient time for students to complete course evaluations
- Do not release class early
- Do not leave class unattended
- Able to respond to student inquiries in a timely manner
KNOWLEDGE
Be familiar with all emergency procedures posted in the classroom
Skills
- Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
- Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
- Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
- Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community. For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is not considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
Background Check
Standard Enhanced
Education
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility. All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf
About us
Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower over 50,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!
Location
(Primary Location for Job Responsibilities)
Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.
Department Information
Department Specific Tasks And Responsibilities
- Provides quality and technically relevant instruction in payroll best practices and payroll compliance
- Provides continual feedback and various methods of assessment measurement by ensuring student mastery of the following learning outcomes:
- Identify and complete various forms needed for reporting and filing requirements
- Recall federal and state wage and hour laws to ensure compliance
- Examine a payroll situation and correct, amend, adopt, or change for positive results
- Use qualitative and quantitative methods and tools to accurately calculate a paycheck
- Recall basic payroll accounting functions to calculate and distribute wages, salaries and withholdings through time sheets, paychecks and payroll ledgers
- Perform compliance research and identify payroll system needs and documentation for internal controls
DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Familiarity with current FPC requirements
Job Summary
Provides quality and technically relevant instruction in the assigned program. Follows departmental guidelines, policies, procedures and relevant regulations.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides quality and technically relevant instruction of course curriculum
- Teaches students learning strategies
- Conducts teaching and instructional activities using educational equipment, manipulatives, props, and other learning aids
- Provides continual feedback and various methods of assessment measurement by ensuring student mastery of the following learning outcomes as addressed in the program's addendum
- Assesses and records grading for all homework assignments, quizzes, and tests
- Completes paperwork associated with classroom and project management
- Participates in marketing of courses to prospective students by providing technical information regarding course content during biannual Open House events
- Assists with course and/or program evaluation and continuous improvement and resolve quiz disputes when necessary
- Maintains acceptable program quality and satisfaction scores
- Keeps Program Manager informed of any curriculum or student code of conduct issues
- Records attendance in learning management system
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution of higher education
Minimum Experience Required
Five (5) years of payroll experience required
Minimum Licensure/Certification Required By Law And/Or Institution
Current FPC or CPP credentials through American Payroll Association
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Abilities
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
- Able to motivate students to actively participate in all aspects of the educational process
- Able to review syllabus and learning outcomes the first night of class
- Able to provide sufficient time for students to complete course evaluations
- Do not release class early
- Do not leave class unattended
- Able to respond to student inquiries in a timely manner
KNOWLEDGE
Be familiar with all emergency procedures posted in the classroom
Skills
- Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
- Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
- Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
- Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community. For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is not considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
Background Check
Standard Enhanced
Education
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility. All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf
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Align your credentials to KSU's accreditation standards
KSU is regionally accredited, so foreign degrees often need a credential evaluation before HR will process your application. Get a NACES-member evaluation completed before you apply, not after you receive an offer.
Target departments with recurring faculty vacancies
KSU's College of Computing and Software Engineering and its Coles College of Business post teaching roles year-round. Focusing your search on departments with high instructional demand puts you in front of hiring managers who have sponsored international faculty before.
Clarify sponsorship scope during the interview stage
Ask the hiring department directly whether they support H-1B transfer, new H-1B filing, or PERM-based permanent residence. Public universities like KSU often cover filing fees, but that isn't guaranteed across all colleges and ranks.
Use Migrate Mate to filter KSU teaching roles by visa type
Sorting open positions by sponsorship category saves time and surfaces roles where H-1B or J-1 support has been used before. Migrate Mate lets you browse KSU's current teaching openings filtered specifically by visa eligibility.
Factor PERM timelines into tenure-track negotiations
DOL PERM adjudication currently runs 12 to 18 months before an I-140 can be filed. If you're on an H-1B and targeting a tenure-track role, ask KSU's HR whether they initiate PERM within the first year of employment.
Confirm OPT and CPT eligibility with your DSO before applying
F-1 students targeting KSU teaching assistantships or part-time instructor roles need Curricular Practical Training authorization from their Designated School Official. Standard OPT doesn't cover on-campus instructional work at a separate institution.
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Does Kennesaw State University sponsor H-1B visas for Teaching roles?
Yes, Kennesaw State University sponsors H-1B visas for qualifying teaching positions, particularly tenure-track and full-time faculty roles that require a specific academic background. As a public university, KSU is a cap-exempt H-1B employer, meaning petitions can be filed at any time of year without waiting for the annual lottery.
Which visa types are commonly used for Teaching roles at Kennesaw State University?
H-1B is the most common path for full-time faculty, but J-1 exchange visitor visas are also used for visiting scholars and short-term teaching appointments. TN classification is an option for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying academic roles. F-1 OPT and CPT can apply to graduate teaching assistantships depending on program structure and DSO authorization.
What qualifications are expected for Teaching positions at Kennesaw State University?
Most full-time teaching roles at KSU require at minimum a master's degree in a relevant field, with a terminal degree (PhD or equivalent) expected for tenure-track positions. Foreign credentials generally need a NACES-member evaluation. Teaching experience at the university level and evidence of scholarly activity strengthen applications significantly, particularly in competitive departments.
How do I apply for Teaching jobs at Kennesaw State University?
Applications go through KSU's official careers portal, where positions are posted by college and department. You'll typically submit a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy statement, and references. Migrate Mate is a practical starting point to browse KSU's open teaching roles filtered by visa sponsorship type before heading to the official application portal.
How do I plan my timeline if I need H-1B sponsorship for a KSU teaching role?
Because KSU is cap-exempt, there's no October 1 start date requirement, and petitions can be filed year-round with USCIS. Standard processing runs three to five months, and premium processing can reduce that to 15 business days. If you're already on an H-1B with another employer, a concurrent or transfer petition can be filed as soon as you receive an offer.
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