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Department Head – Learning and Information Studies
The University of Arizona Global Campus. Provide strategic and operational leadership for the academic department .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates strategic and operational leadership in academic settings, with a focus on faculty development, curriculum oversight, and innovative teaching practices. Proven ability to enhance student learning and retention through collaborative initiatives and effective communication.
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Earned Doctorate DegreeAcademic Leadership ExperienceCurriculum DevelopmentOnline InstructionFaculty Mentorship
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Hard Skills
Curriculum OversightProgram ReviewAccreditationTeaching Adult LearnersStrategic PlanningAssessment StrategiesInnovative Teaching PracticesBudget ManagementPerformance DevelopmentHolistic Student Support
Soft Skills
Collaborative LeadershipStudent-Centered ApproachMentoringCommunicationInclusivity
Industry Keywords
Higher EducationFaculty DevelopmentDepartmental OperationsVirtual LearningStudent Retention
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Provide strategic and operational leadership for the academic department
- Guide faculty, programs, and initiatives toward excellence
- Lead faculty workload planning, scheduling, performance, development, and success initiatives
- Shape the department’s vision and foster shared understanding of faculty success
- Collaborate with faculty and administrative teams on scheduling, contracts, faculty concerns, and development
- Teach asynchronous undergraduate and graduate courses to adult learners
- Lead development and improvement of programs, courses, course materials, and innovative teaching practices
- Supervise and mentor associate faculty
- Review and support instructional quality of associate faculty
- Support curriculum success initiatives and divisional strategic plans
- Attend department, college, and university meetings and participate in shared governance and committees
- Lead search and hiring committees and make departmental hiring decisions
- Create and monitor the departmental budget with college leadership
- Oversee program review, accreditation, and licensure efforts
- Implement initiatives enhancing student learning, retention, completion, and value
- Coordinate holistic student support efforts with academic and student support teams
- Monitor, organize, and report initiatives related to students’ connection to the university
- Deliver high-quality, engaging online instruction
- Connect learning to workforce skills and professional advancement
- Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment for adult learners
- Prioritize student learning, achievement, and timely feedback
- Maintain communication with students and respond promptly to inquiries
- Ensure academic integrity and uphold university policies
- Collaborate with academic support teams to enhance student experience
Requirements
What you’ll need- Earned doctorate degree in a discipline aligned with the academic program
- Experience in academic leadership, including faculty development, curriculum oversight, or departmental operations
- Experience contributing to or leading strategic planning and implementation in academic programs
- Evidence of adequate training, depth of knowledge in a particular specialty, and capacity to undertake high-quality teaching and service
- Familiarity with best practices in teaching and learning, including curriculum development and assessment strategies, especially in virtual environments
- Collaborative and student-centered approach to leadership and instructional support
- Demonstrated ability to lead programmatic initiatives, mentor faculty, and foster continuous improvement
- Familiarity with scaling innovative teaching practices and supporting holistic student development in online learning environments
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
- Global Campus Associate Professor requires a terminal degree and 4 years full-time college teaching experience
- Global Campus Professor requires a terminal degree and 8 years full-time college teaching experience
Benefits
Comp & perks- Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
- Life insurance and disability programs
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members
- Retirement plans
- Access to U of A recreation and cultural activities
- Innovative work-life programs
- Relocation services