Director of Healthcare Initiatives

Are you poised to lead a transformative era in healthcare education and practice in Kansas? McPherson College invites applications for the Director of Healthcare Initiatives, a pivotal role designed for visionary leaders with an entrepreneurial spirit and a deep commitment to academic excellence. This position offers the opportunity to join a dynamic team of faculty to shape the future of healthcare education in Kansas.

McPherson College, a private liberal arts institution, is dedicated to educating whole persons through scholarship, participation, and service. With a legacy since 1887 and rooted in the values of the Church of the Brethren, we prioritize academic excellence and student-centered learning in a career-oriented liberal arts community. Our strategic plan, Community by Design 2.0, along with a historic announcement of the Ward-Burkholder Endowment with estate commitments totaling $1.5 Billion, positions us uniquely for growth and innovation. McPherson College has also received a $2.1 Million federal earmark to create a center for rural and community health.

The Director of Healthcare Initiatives will lead our health sciences and sport studies programs, emphasizing experiential learning, interdisciplinary studies, and robust internship opportunities.   This is a full time, 12-month exempt position eligible for the college’s full benefits package. Recognized for ten years as a Great College to Work For, McPherson College offers exceptional employee benefits, including a notable retirement contribution after 12 months of employment.

This role involves:

•  Oversee academic department operations. In consultation with the department chairs and the VPAA, make recommendations on curriculum, staffing and new courses. Establishing partnerships with local healthcare organizations and agencies to promote student internships and service-learning opportunities. Developing and maintaining partnerships with healthcare providers, especially in rural settings, to meet local workforce demands. Lead research initiatives and grant writing efforts to secure funding for health projects. Promoting student-centered teaching methods that produce graduates known for their problem-solving abilities, strong work ethic, and service orientation. Heading the student internship and professional outreaching opportunities. Developing and delivering courses in health-related fields.

Qualifications:

• A master’s degree is required; An earned doctorate in public health, healthcare administration, or a health-related field is preferred. Teaching, scholarly and/or professional experience in healthcare management, education, or program development with a minimum of 6 years of professional and/or teaching experience is preferred. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to thrive in a collaborative, small-college environment is preferred.

Experience in rural healthcare settings is preferred.