Department Head, Allied Health

Job Description

The Department Head, Allied Health, is a 12-month administrative position with an anticipated start date of July 2026, though a different start date may be negotiated. The Department Head will manage day-to-day operations of the department, supervise all programs offered by the department, develop course schedules, make faculty course assignments, supervise and evaluate department faculty and staff, manage the departmental budget, advise students, review and update departmental curricula, hire and supervise adjunct faculty, work toward the resolution of student complaints, serve on College committees, oversee planning and assessment activities, and perform other duties as assigned. This position reports to the Dean, Health Sciences.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an institution that holds accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and approved by the College with a master’s degree and four years of related full-time post-secondary teaching or administrative experience are required. Must be qualified to teach in one of the department’s disciplines or a related discipline. A comprehensive list of the College’s Allied Health programs is available on the Pensacola State College website at: https://pensacolastate.edu/departments/allied-health/. Successful results of a criminal background check are required.

Pursuant to College policy, it is an employment eligibility requirement for an applicant to meet the requirements of § 435.04(2), Florida Statutes, related to background investigations. Any person failing to meet the requirements of the statute will be deemed not qualified to hold employment in this position. A Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) approved background check will be conducted on every successful candidate as a condition of employment, and any person who fails to disclose any adverse information contained in the background investigation at the time of submitting the employment application will be disqualified from employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Prefer terminal degree; administrative experience in post-secondary education; and demonstrated academic leadership.

SALARY RANGE: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 (Depending on qualifications, the salary may be negotiable.)

SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS: Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, résumé, and unofficial transcripts to supplement the online application. If veteran’s preference is claimed, a copy of DD-214 must be submitted. Supplemental materials must be uploaded and assigned to the online application. For assistance, contact the recruiting department at HRrecruiting@pensacolastate.edu.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled – Review of applications will begin May 11, 2026. For first review by screening committee, the online application and supplemental materials must be received by May 10, 2026.