Chairperson, School of Computer Science

Kentucky State University•Frankfort, KY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The School Chairperson is the chief administrative officer of a School or Department. The Chair is the chief representative that is responsible for facilitating the academic program including but not limited to student success, recruitments, budgeting, program decision making, relationship development with educational partners, industry, the community, and alumni. The Chair facilitates the process for accreditation, where appropriate, and supports faculty through planning, program implementation, evaluation, continuous improvement, as well as professional growth and development. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong teaching and learning expectations that are student-centered and includes active learning pedagogy. The successful candidate must demonstrate interpersonal, problem-solving, administrative, organizational and fiduciary skills that will generate programmatic revenue.

Requirements

Faculty rank of Associate Professor preferred; Assistant Professor with significant teaching, research and service will be considered
An earned PhD or terminal degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution of higher learning
Must have at least two years of leadership within the unit, college or university level (e.g. committee chair)
Must have comprehensive knowledge of SACS and ABET accreditation standards
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
Ability to lead and facilitate academic programming development and evaluation
Ability to engage and work with diverse stakeholders in the department, college, university, and larger community
Ability to work efficiently and effectively with a diverse student population
Must have thorough knowledge of Computer Science in the fields of Cyber Security, Computer Forensics, Network Security, Network Engineering, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Gaming, Information Systems, as well as the ability to build partnerships with business, industry, local, state, and international partnerships.
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. At this time, Kentucky State University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa

Responsibilities

Implementing and evaluating the unit’s program including metrics related to academic outcomes, student progression, and graduation rates
Leading accreditation efforts, promoting excellence in teaching and learning, scholarly research across the academic unit, curriculum development, student success (recruitment, matriculation, retention, and graduation)
Managing and maintaining the School’s budget
Advocating on behalf of the School’s programs, students, and faculty
Making recommendations regarding appointments, promotions, reappointments, terminal appointments, decisions not to reappoint, post-retirement appointments, and the granting of tenure within the academic unit.
Presiding at all meetings of the unit faculty and assisting the development of polices
Teach courses, both face-to-face and/or online (if approved)
Carry out academic advising responsibilities in collaboration with Office of Student Success
Participate in the on-going development and implementation of programming at the department, college and university levels.
Maintains the confidentiality of designated information and performing duties in compliance with applicable policies and procedures
Demonstrates proficiency in creating a welcoming environment, valuing the unique qualities each member contributes to the unit, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members.