Department Head, Humanities and Social Sciences

WSRE • Pensacola, FL

4d • $70,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Department Head, Humanities and Social Sciences is a 12-month administrative position with an anticipated start date of Summer 2027, although a different start date may be negotiated. The role manages day-to-day department operations and supervises all programs offered by the department. It reports to the Dean of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an institution accredited by an accreditor recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and approved by the College.
• Must be qualified by SACS-COC to teach in Education, Foreign Language, History, Philosophy, Psychology, Political Science, Anthropology, or Geography.
• Four years of related full-time post-secondary teaching or administrative experience.
• Successful criminal background check; applicants must meet the employment eligibility requirements of § 435.04(2), Florida Statutes, and disclose adverse information in the background investigation.

Nice To Haves

• Terminal degree.
• Administrative experience in post-secondary education.
• Demonstrated academic leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the department.
• Supervise all programs offered by the department.
• Develop course schedules and make faculty course assignments.
• Supervise and evaluate departmental faculty and staff.
• Manage the departmental budget.
• Advise students.
• Review and update departmental curricula.
• Hire and supervise adjunct faculty.
• Work toward the resolution of student complaints.
• Serve on College committees.
• Oversee planning and assessment activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, hospitalization, and supplemental insurance benefits through the State of Florida’s Group Insurance Program.
• Membership in the Florida Retirement System from the first day of employment for employees in established, eligible positions.
• Participation in the wellness program.
• Tuition waivers.
• Educational opportunities.
• Paid sick leave.
• Additional leave types, which are position specific.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager