Department Chair, Teaching and Leadership Position

Job Summary

The College of Education and Human Development at Augusta University invites applications for the Department Chair of the Department of Teaching and Leading. We seek a visionary leader to support the growth of our department, which offers a unique combination of initial certification programs, Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program, online Masters programs in Instruction, and Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in Educational Leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all departmental activities, consult with faculty in outlining and promoting internal departmental policies, and ensure compliance with departmental, college, university, and Board of Regents (BOR) policies.
• Assume responsibility for the quality of the instruction, research, and service programs conducted in the department and present an annual report to the Dean of the College outlining both targeted and accomplished teaching, research, and service activities of the department.
• Provide mentoring and support to promote career advancement of department faculty, conduct annual assessments of progress toward identified goals, and assist in identifying resources to foster continued growth and development.
• Recruit part-time faculty to support instruction.
• Serve as a liaison to other departments and offices of the university, as well as represent the department in all official communications with senior leaders, students, and alumni.
• Oversee the assignment of teaching, schedules, and other duties within the department and maintain an equitable and mutually agreeable distribution of assignments.
• In accordance with University and Board of Regents policies, participate in the recommendation of appointment and reappointment, promotion and tenure, and dismissal or non-renewal of members of the faculty.
• Administer the annual budget in consultation with the administrative team and business office staff. Upon approval, review the budget with departmental faculty.
• Initiate and maintain standards which ensure the appropriate expenditure of departmental funds and appropriate care and use of departmental property.
• Collaborate with other members of the COE Administrative team in leadership and management of college operations, strategic assessment, planning and resource allocation, design and execution of faculty support systems, and implementation of continuous quality improvement processes.
• Promote the development of interdisciplinary programs of research and actively recruit new faculty in nascent or under-represented areas of research demonstrating a commitment to access, success, and belonging.

Required Qualifications

An earned doctorate in an education-related field aligned with Teaching and Leading. Demonstrates an ongoing record of scholarly work commensurate with the rank of Associate or Full Professor with tenure.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Urban or Rural educational settings.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

This position is fiscal year based and works year-round. The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full-time.

Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data.

Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process in which faculty may apply if eligible (typically five-year increments).

College/Department Information

The Augusta University College of Education is committed to being a relevant, responsive, and respected institution with a keen focus toward high impact work in the community. Our faculty, students, and alumni are committed to improving lives and expanding opportunities through the comprehensive study and effective practice of education.

Through bachelor's degree, master's degree, doctoral degree, and professional development programs, we cultivate innovative educational leaders, advance health practices through research in kinesiology, explore the most important questions in public education, and share exciting ideas and best practices across the world.

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state.

More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences.

Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today.

Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office.

Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Location

Augusta University

Our Summerville Campus:

2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online at https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/#job-portals.

Please upload your Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, Professional References, etc., as one document.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees.

"Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

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