Purdue Global Academic Department Chair, Healthcare Administration (REMOTE)

Req Id 37701 Job Title Purdue Global Academic Department Chair, Healthcare Administration (REMOTE) City Remote/Virtual Job Description Our Opportunity The School of Health Sciences has an opening for an Academic Department Chair in Healthcare Administration. Building on Purdue University's mission to provide greater access to affordable, high-quality education, Purdue University Global is a public, nonprofit institution offering a world-class education online. Job Summary The Department Chair supervises full- and part-time faculty in teaching their courses, being responsive to students, remaining current in their respective discipline and ensuring their involvement in providing course feedback and participation in professional development activities. The Department Chair is also expected to ensure the currency, relevance, and appropriateness of the curriculum as a whole and work with course leaders and the Assistant Dean of Curriculum in the development and maintenance of courses within the assigned program. What to expect in this role

• Directly supervise full and part-time faculty including interviewing, hiring, and training; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Partner with the Scheduling Manager and/or Assistant Chair (if applicable) with the scheduling of classes and/or assignment of full-time faculty and part time adjunct.
• Review faculty performance to ensure maintenance of the classroom standards.
• Take a lead role in assigned course curriculum oversight in conjunction with course leaders and the Assistant Dean of Curriculum.
• Make recommendations to Associate Dean as appropriate related to hiring, evaluation, and retention of faculty in assigned courses. Metrics include the percentage of faculty with terminal degrees, student end of term survey results and GPA distribution in sections and courses.
• Contribute to the overall success of the University as a whole. The assessment will include positive working relationships with peers and external departments.
• Participate in student retention activities and provide a beginning point of contact for faculty with student escalation issues.
• Provide a meaningful learning experience for each student in every course.
• Perform other administrative and job-related duties as assigned. Experience
• DHA or MHCA with a terminal degree in a health-related field; 5 years of work experience in healthcare administration and 3 years of post-secondary education (experience with online instruction/education is a plus).
• Leadership experience and experience teaching and supervising faculty is preferred. What we're looking for
• Exceptional computer skills using Microsoft Office applications, Google, and Zoom or similar meeting technology.
• Must be forward-thinking and self-directed, with the ability to lead faculty and project teams. Creativity in multiple and diverse arenas is a plus.
• Excellent communication, organizational and time-management skills, and ability to work independently in a virtual environment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment, across diverse teams, departments, and Schools. Additional Information
• The target salary for this position is $90,000. Learn more about our benefits here.
• This position is a remote (work from home) position and can be worked from anywhere in the U.S.
• Purdue University Global will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
• A background check will be required for employment in this position.
• When applying for a faculty position at Purdue University Global you will be asked to provide an unofficial transcript and if hired will be required to provide an official transcript.
• FLSA Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime) Purdue Global is an EEO/AA employer. Our goal is to recruit and retain talent from a broad pool of applicants. Purdue Global celebrates a variety of perspectives, experiences, and skills to support a success-focused environment for employees and students. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. All are encouraged to apply. #HEJ Apply tot his job Apply To this Job

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