Department Chair, Health Science Programs

Dean of Learning and Instruction Last Updated : July 2026 Job Purpose : The Department Chair, in collaboration with the Dean of Learning and Instruction, ensures the workforce relevancy, quality, and continuous improvement of Calbright Health Science Programs. Location: Remote, various locations throughout California Salary Range: Faculty salary schedule placement (depending on qualification and education) + 15% $95,830.65 - $132,067.15 Position Overview The Department Chair position supports Calbright College's mission to offer competency-based, workforce-relevant programs for adult learners through high-impact andragogical practices in online, skills-based curriculum and assessment. In collaboration with the Dean of Learning and Instruction, the Department Chair ensures program quality, workforce relevancy, and continuous improvement of the Health Science Programs. The Department Chair provides leadership for Health Science program planning, implementation, workforce alignment, and continuous improvement. The Chair works collaboratively with faculty, industry partners, accrediting agencies, and healthcare organizations to ensure programs meet workforce demands, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. The position supports program development, approval processes, the identification of experiential learning opportunities, healthcare partnerships, and advisory council engagement to ensure graduates are prepared for employment in high-demand healthcare fields. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities The duties below are representative of the role and are not intended to cover all of the duties performed within the scope of work. ● Collaborate with Learning and Instruction leadership to support program approval processes, including state, accreditation, certification, and regulatory requirements applicable to Health Science programs. Monitor healthcare industry trends, workforce demands, certification requirements, and regulatory changes to ensure the program's ongoing relevance and compliance. Partner with cross-functional teams to support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Health Science programs utilizing competency-based and skills-based learning models. Leads regular program-level meetings to review program quality, continuous improvement, and student success metrics and data. Works with cross-functional teams (including program faculty and staff) to ensure program outcomes, assessment measures, and course content are rigorous, responsive, and relevant to workforce skills and needs. Support Adjunct Faculty in setting annual SMART goals to support student success. Oversee adjunct faculty in the assigned department area, including performing quarterly and annual reviews, approving timesheets, training, mentorship, referring student cases, and assisting with escalations. Reviews and monitors student and course feedback to ensure the student voice is represented, and provides recommendations for content and program improvements. Lead the program review process by overseeing review cycles, collecting and analyzing data, engaging stakeholders for input, and preparing comprehensive reports to support continuous improvement and informed decision-making. Leads with a data-informed mindset to validate quality, analyze student outcomes data, and contribute to trend analysis and metric tracking across programs. Support the identification, evaluation, development, and maintenance of clinical, practicum, internship, apprenticeship, and other experiential learning opportunities aligned with program outcomes and accreditation requirements. Collaborate with external partners to ensure experiential learning environments provide appropriate opportunities for student skill development and workforce readiness. Lead Health Science Advisory Councils and engage healthcare employers, licensing bodies, workforce agencies, and industry experts to ensure program alignment with workforce needs, credentialing requirements, emerging healthcare trends, and industry-recognized certifications. Develop and maintain partnerships with healthcare organizations, employers, professional associations, and workforce agencies to support student success and workforce alignment. Maintain relevance in the discipline, including but not limited to certifications, professional development, and networking. Perform other related duties as assigned that support the objective of the position. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities ● In-depth knowledge in one or more department program areas. Knowledge of and commitment to competency-based education and assessment forward design. Knowledge of healthcare workforce trends, healthcare delivery systems, regulatory requirements, and industry-recognized credentials. Knowledge of healthcare program accreditation, certification, and approval processes. Ability to develop and maintain productive partnerships with healthcare organizations, employers, workforce boards, and professional associations. ● Knowledge of experiential learning, clinical education, internship, practicum, and work-based learning models. Ability to interpret labor market information and workforce data to support program development and continuous improvement. Knowledge of program review processes, outcomes assessment, and key performance metrics. Working knowledge of program development/design and performance metrics Collaboration and the ability to work across teams toward a unified goal. Effective communicator and resolution-oriented towards students if/as appropriate within the program(s). Effectively communicates and collaborates with fellow faculty members within and across disciplines and programs. An innovative and student-centric thought leader in discipline and industry practice. Capable of leading and promoting change management. Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, staff, and faculty. Minimum Qualifications ● Baccalaureate degree in Nursing, Allied Health, Health Sciences, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or a related health discipline. Minimum three years of professional experience in healthcare, health sciences education, workforce development, healthcare administration, or a closely related field. Demonstrated experience supporting program quality, curriculum development, workforce alignment, regulatory compliance, or student success initiatives. Desired Qualifications ● Master's degree in Nursing, Health Sciences, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Healthcare Education, or a related discipline. Current professional licensure or certification in an applicable healthcare field. Experience with healthcare accreditation, certification, or board approval processes. Experience developing partnerships with healthcare employers, clinical organizations, workforce agencies, or industry stakeholders. Experience with competency-based education, skills-based learning, or workforce-focused educational models. ● Online teaching, online program administration, or adult learning experience. Experience leading advisory councils, workforce advisory boards, or employer engagement initiatives. Working Conditions and Travel ● Calbright College is a statewide online college where all instruction and support are done via various online technologies both in person and remotely. Calbright College has administrative offices in Sacramento available for use. When working remotely, employees should be able and willing to use the digital communication tools used by the college and to work on a computer for extended periods. Although this is a primarily remote position, there may be instances in which you will be required to attend meetings or travel to in-person sites (clinical affiliates). Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment. The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Calbright College policies, procedures, and Title IX. Calbright College celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing Calbright College's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Requires the ability to function in a remote online instructional environment, performing work of primarily a sedentary nature. Requires the ability to use hearing and speech to make presentations to groups and carry on conversations over the phone and in-person. Requires speaking skills to communicate with staff and students in one-on-one and small group settings, on the phone, and to distinguish sound prompts from various types of equipment. Requires near visual acuity to read printed materials and computer screens. Requires sufficient hand/arm/finger dexterity to retrieve work materials, operate a personal computer keyboard, and operate standard office equipment. Requires the ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Work is performed indoors where minimal safety considerations exist. Equal Employment Opportunity Calbright College provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Calbright College complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. Who We Are Calbright College is one of California's newest community colleges - the first statewide, online campus designed to bridge the gap between employers with unfilled positions and students who don't have either the time or money to attend a traditional school. Our mission is to increase economic mobility and close equity gaps for working adults who lack easy access to traditional forms of higher education by offering online, flexible, affordable skills-based programs that provide tangible economic value for both working adults and hiring managers. Who We Are Calbright College is one of California's newest community colleges - the first statewide, online campus designed to bridge the gap between employers with unfilled positions and students who don't have either the time or money to attend a traditional school. Our mission is to increase economic mobility and close equity gaps for working adults who lack easy access to traditional forms of higher education by offering online, flexible, affordable skills-based programs that provide tangible economic value for both working adults and hiring managers.