Associate Program Chair - Psychology
About The Position
The Associate Program Chair (APC) for Psychology is a full-time position, integral to the University’s mission. The APC’s key function is to assist the Program Chair for Psychology (PC) in supporting academic excellence and student success through oversight of Psychology Associate Faculty, course quality, and teaching. The APC is accountable for program student retention and will ensure that Associate Faculty (AFs) are meeting expectations for engagement and that they are in compliance with university and program policies and procedures. The APC will assist in course and program development upon the direction of the PC. The APC will lead in areas agreed upon by the Program Chair, Assistant Dean, and the Dean.
Requirements
- At least five years of experience managing field-related programs and supervising staff.
- At least five years of experience teaching in the traditional higher education classroom and online
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software programs required
- Experience with Blackboard Ultra or similar Learning Management Systems
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience developing undergraduate courses
Nice To Haves
- A degree in clinical psychology is preferred
- Applicants with a Master’s degree in another field of psychology, or a closely-related discipline will be considered.
- Student-focused and positive approach
- Experience using assessments to improve teaching or course programs preferred
- Ability to perform scholarly activities appropriate for a teaching institution
Responsibilities
- Ensure instructors are meeting university and program expectations, adhering to academic policies, and are creating an engaging environment that promotes student retention, in association with the PC, the AF Team Leads, and the Assistant Dean/Dean
- Provide student engagement and instructor performance reports to the PC and/or Assistant Dean/Dean, as needed
- Review course evaluation surveys and other feedback for continuous improvement of instructor effectiveness
- Collaborate with Academic Success Counselors (ASCs), advisors, and other departments accountable for student retention and success and help with issues of academic integrity as teachable opportunities.
- Assist with recruiting, training, and mentoring Associate Faculty
- Assist PC in reviewing SafeAssign reports for violations of academic integrity and determining appropriate courses of action based on the Post University Academic Integrity Policy.
- Review Psychology courses in the B.A. in Psychology program to ensure that they are relevant, current, and engaging, and align with Post University’s mission and the APA Guidelines for the Undergraduate Psychology Major
- Review course evaluation surveys and other feedback for quality and consistency in assigned courses
- Prepare assigned master courses prior to the start of academic terms
- Assist PC with designing, implementing, and reviewing Assessment of Program and General Education Student Learning Outcomes as needed
- Assist PC with course development and redevelopment to improve the student experience and student learning based on outcome assessment results
- Teach 8 courses (24 credits) within an academic year, but the teaching load can be reduced through the PC, with approval from the Dean/Assistant Dean depending on the nature of other assigned projects
- Participate in University Senate governance and committees
- Participate in weekly program meetings, as well as additional assigned meetings and activities
- Assist by co-hosting the annual psychology program advisory board meeting along with the PC
- Assist with accreditation reports and activities as needed
- Assist with review of transfer evaluations of potential new students
- Other duties assigned by the PC and/or Assistant Dean/Dean
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
