"Chairperson, Education and Psychology (Tenure Track)"

Position Information

Job Title

Chairperson, Education and Psychology (Tenure Track)

FLSA Status

Exempt

Posted Salary Range

Commensurate with Experience

Employment Status

Full Time

Department

School of Education & Psychology

Job Summary

The incumbent is responsible for the general oversight of the Department of Education and Psychology, including undergraduate and graduate degree programs, administration and budgets and personnel, recruitment and retention, strategic planning, and establishment/maintenance of productive professional relationships to effectively achieve the goals and objective of the Department.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of Education and Psychology Disciplines
• Knowledge of trends and best practices in higher education related to business
• Demonstrated integrity
• Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
• Strong time management skills
• Passion for teaching and engaging with students
• Skilled in mentoring students
• Ability to professionally provide leadership and handle complex issues
• Ability to work well with colleagues and foster a collegial environment conducive to teamwork and students’ high level of learning
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with stakeholders
• Demonstrates grantsmanship ability

Essential Job Functions

• Provides essential leadership to develop and enhance undergraduate and graduate instructional programs, in concert with program faculty
• Develops and monitors the scheduling of courses and faculty teaching assignments for optimal distribution of faculty time between teaching, research and extension, while ensuring students graduate within the time allotted for the degree
• Works with the faculty to upgrade courses and curricula, as needed, to ensure graduating students are nationally and globally competitive
• Develops and implements effective student recruitment and retention strategies in collaboration with faculty and staff, Dean and others
• Serves as liaison with the private sector, government agencies, and professional associations Teaches at least one (1) course per semester in field of expertise
• Leads departmental planning, management and evaluation activities, including institutional effectiveness for accreditation

Qualifications

• Education, Psychology, or related field of study from an accredited institution
• Five (5) years’ teaching experience at the college or university level
• Teaching and research qualifying incumbent for at least the rank of Associate Professor in the Area of Specialization
• Experience planning, coordinating, implementing and evaluating teaching and research business-related programs at the university level

Licensing and Certifications

Preferred, if applicable, but not required