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Chairperson, School of Social Work

Employer
Kentucky State University
Location
Frankfort, Kentucky, United States
Salary
Competitive Salary
Date posted
Sep 17, 2024

Job Details



TITLE: Chairperson, School of Social Work

DEPARTMENT: School of Social Work

REPORTS TO: Dean, College of Arts & Sciences

CLASSIFICATION: Faculty

EFFECTIVE DATE: TBD

STANDARD WORK HOURS: 40 hours per week

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time, 12 Months

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

JOB SUMMARY:

The School Chairperson is the chief administrative officer of a School or Department and the chief representative of that School and of its faculty.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong interpersonal, problem-solving, administrative, organizational and fiduciary skills.



SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY:
  • The Chairperson presides at all meetings of the unit faculty and has a leadership role in the development of polices on such matters as academic requirements, courses of study, class schedules, research programs, and service functions. The Chairperson is an ex-officio member of all unit committees.
  • The Chairperson has administrative responsibilities for implementing the unit’s total program within the limits established by the regulations of the University Faculty Senate and the rules of the College of which it is a part.
  • The Chairperson is responsible for making and soliciting recommendations regarding appointments, promotions, reappointments, terminal appointments, decisions not to reappoint, post-retirement appointments, and the granting of tenure within the academic unit. Procedures and criteria used in preparing such recommendations shall be those established by the University, the College, and the School or Division faculty. At a minimum, the procedures must include consultation with all tenured faculty members of the faculty with the rank of assistant professor or higher.
  • Meet with classes at their scheduled times
  • Teach courses, both face-to-face and/or online
  • Carry out academic advising responsibilities
  • Participate in the on-going development and implementation of programming at the department, college and university levels.
  • Directly reports to the Dean of the College
  • Maintains the confidentiality of designated information and performing duties in compliance with applicable policies and procedures
  • Demonstrates proficiency in issues of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
  • Presiding at all meetings of the unit faculty and assisting the development of policies on such matters. as academic requirements, courses of study, class schedules, research programs, and service functions.
  • Managing and maintaining the school’s budget.
  • Advocating on behalf of the school’s programs and its faculty.
  • Making recommendations regarding appointments, promotions, reappointments, terminal appointments, decisions not to reappoint, post-retirement appointments, and the granting of tenure within the academic unit.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
  • Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines.
  • Ability to engage and work with diverse stakeholders in the department, college, university, and larger community.
  • Ability to work efficiently and effectively with a diverse student population.
  • Must have thorough knowledge of the social work field and be able to build partnerships with state and private social service agencies
  • 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.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
  • This position does have supervisory responsibility.
OTHER DUTIES:
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean or Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Faculty members must have the rank of Assistant Professor
  • An earned PhD or terminal degree in Social Work or a closely related field from an accredited institution of higher learning
  • Must have at least two years of leadership within the unit, college or university level (e.g. committee chair)
Licensing and Certifications: NA

WORKING CONDITIONS:
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.


Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. At this time, Kentucky State University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa

Internal candidates are encouraged to apply.

KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.

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Kentucky State University is a public, comprehensive, historically black land-grant university committed to advancing the Commonwealth of Kentucky, enhancing society, and impacting individuals by providing quality teaching with a foundation in liberal studies, scholarly research, and public service to enable productive lives within the diverse global economy.

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