Job ID:
236188
Chair, Health, Physical Education and Recreation (HPER)
Alcorn State University
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Job Summary
The incumbent is responsible for the general oversight of the Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, 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 objectives of the Department.
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Knowledge Skills and Abilities
In-depth knowledge of Health, Physical Education and Recreation
Knowledge of trends and best practices in higher education related to
HPER
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
Demonstrated grantsmanship ability
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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
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Qualifications
Doctor of Philosophy in an HPER Discipline or other related field of study 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 HPER-related programs at the university level
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