Chair, Allied & Public Health, Online Programs
- Employer
- South University
- Location
- Pennsylvania, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Jun 30, 2022
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Education, Education Administration & Leadership, Administrative, Academic Affairs, Academic Administration, Faculty Affairs, Other Academic Affairs, Deans
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Thursday, June 30, 2022
What's next for you is the first priority
for us! With over 45 programs from associate to doctoral degrees,
South University is a private institution dedicated to providing
educational opportunities that spark the intellectual, social and
professional development of a diverse student
population.
Our 120-year story—past, present and
future—is a history formed by the many individuals who have
developed the education and spirit of community that have become
our pledge to the students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters
of South University. Online and at our 8 locations and 2 learning
sites, we take pride in our welcoming environment; one-on-one
support and personalized attention that helps students define goals
and identify the means to pursue them. Our small classes feature
hands-on experiences that not only shape students' skills and
excellence in their chosen fields but also shape their characters
through encouraging community involvement, volunteerism and the
pursuit of life-long learning.
Visit www.southuniversity.edu today to learn more
about what makes us stand apart as a place to Belong, Believe
and Become, a place where you can make a difference in the
lives of students eager to learn and grow.
The Chair is a member of the faculty at their home campus and serves as academic leader for the programs within their assigned discipline for the South University system. The Department Chair reports to the Assistant/Associate Dean, Campus Dean of Academic Affairs and interfaces with campus academic personnel, and the campus president for the efficient and effective delivery of their assigned programs. The Chair is responsible for fulfilling all duties in conformity with the policies and procedures of the University as well as those processes and mechanisms developed on the campus at which the program is offered. The Department Chair may also serve as a Program Director at the assigned campus. If so, the Chair will also be responsible for the duties listed in the Program Director's job description. KEY JOB ELEMENTS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, video conference, through email and other electronic means, move about the office or school, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess.
South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.
Other details Job Family All Positions Pay Type Salary Required Education Doctorate
South University, the right direction for a brighter future.
Benefits:
*Medical
*Dental
*Vision
FSA/HSA
Tuition Assistant Program
Long/Short Term Disability
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401K Match
Generous Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays
* includes domestic partner coverage
SUMMARY:The Chair is a member of the faculty at their home campus and serves as academic leader for the programs within their assigned discipline for the South University system. The Department Chair reports to the Assistant/Associate Dean, Campus Dean of Academic Affairs and interfaces with campus academic personnel, and the campus president for the efficient and effective delivery of their assigned programs. The Chair is responsible for fulfilling all duties in conformity with the policies and procedures of the University as well as those processes and mechanisms developed on the campus at which the program is offered. The Department Chair may also serve as a Program Director at the assigned campus. If so, the Chair will also be responsible for the duties listed in the Program Director's job description. KEY JOB ELEMENTS:
- Interview and recommend candidates for faculty positions within the department across all campuses.
- Ensure faculty credentials meet the university requirements and accreditation standards and are properly documented.
- Conduct on-site evaluations and monitor annual reviews of all faculty members within the department.
- Act as a liaison between faculty/Program Directors and the Assistant/Associate Dean.
- Supervise and write curriculum changes for the department as deemed necessary in collaboration with other campuses of South University.
- Serve as an academic advisor.
- Ensure implementation of appropriate and correct departmental course syllabi using current published Academic Course Outlines.
- Assist with the development of curricular and policy revisions as requested by the Assistant/Associate Dean, College Dean, or Vice-Chancellor of Academic Affairs.
- Assist in the textbook selection process for courses within the department and maintain the master booklist for the academic degree program.
- Assist in the preparation of the annual budget for the department and monitor expenditures.
- Ensure that program advisory committees are formed and meet at least twice a year.
- Perform instructional, service, and scholarship duties as outlined in the Full-time Faculty job description.
- Advise campus program directors in academic matters and accreditation issues.
- Complete at least one professional development activity per year.
- Play an integral role in the student recruitment process and growth of assigned programs.
- Participate in departmental leadership meetings held by the Assistant/Associate Dean or College Dean and contribute to the work of this group.
- Serve the College and University on committees as requested by the Assistant/Associate Dean .
- Adhere to university policies as described in the Employee Handbook, the Faculty Supplement to the Employee Handbook, job description, or other separate guidelines.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant/Associate Dean
- Terminal degree in the discipline
- A minimum of 2 years of higher education experience
- Practical experience in the discipline of the program
- Evidence of management experience or potential
- Experience with computerized administrative systems
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret accreditation criteria, state agency regulations, and academic journals
- Ability to resolve inquiries and complaints from employees, students, regulatory agencies, or members of the academic or business community
- Ability to effectively present information to faculty, academic and campus leaders, corporate leaders, and public groups
- Other requirements specific to the discipline
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, video conference, through email and other electronic means, move about the office or school, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess.
South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.
Other details Job Family All Positions Pay Type Salary Required Education Doctorate
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