Computer Science Department Chair

University of Denver•Denver, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chair of the Computer Science Department serves as the academic and administrative leader of the department and is responsible for its effective operation, strategic direction, and continued excellence in teaching, research, scholarship, and service. Working collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and School leadership, the Chair advances the mission and strategic priorities of the Computer Science Department and the Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science (RSECS). The Chair is a member of the RSECS Leadership Team and contributes to school-wide planning, resource stewardship, policy development, and initiatives that support the success of all RSECS students, faculty, and staff.

Requirements

Current faculty member in good standing in the Department of Computer Science

Nice To Haves

Collaborative and transparent leadership
Sound judgment and effective decision-making
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Commitment to shared governance
Fiscal responsibility
Strategic planning and organizational leadership
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
Ability to manage competing priorities and complex issues

Responsibilities

Provide vision and strategic leadership for the Computer Science Department.
Foster excellence in teaching, scholarship, research, and service.
Lead departmental strategic planning and assessment efforts.
Promote innovation in curriculum and academic programming.
Ensure compliance with university policies and accreditation requirements.
Supervise and support department faculty.
Conduct annual evaluations and performance reviews.
Mentor faculty regarding promotion, tenure, career development, and professional growth.
Coordinate faculty workload assignments and teaching schedules.
Lead faculty recruitment, onboarding, and retention efforts.
Facilitate department meetings and shared governance processes.
Supervise departmental staff.
Establish priorities and ensure effective administrative operations.
Support professional development and performance management.
Promote an outstanding educational experience for undergraduate and graduate students.
Address student concerns requiring departmental leadership.
Support student recruitment, retention, advising, and career preparation.
Foster an inclusive and welcoming learning environment.
Manage departmental budgets and financial resources.
Oversee allocation of faculty, staff, laboratory, and instructional resources.
Ensure responsible stewardship of department facilities and equipment.
Collaborate with the Dean regarding budget planning and resource needs.
Oversee curriculum development and continuous improvement.
Ensure program quality and academic rigor.
Coordinate assessment activities and program reviews.
Support new academic initiatives aligned with strategic priorities.
Serve as a member of the RSECS Leadership Team.
Collaborate with other department chairs and school leadership.
Represent the department in university committees and initiatives.
Advance school-wide goals and foster collaboration across departments.