ASHS - Director Curricular Coordination and Support

Atsu Public•Mesa, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Curricular Coordination and Support in the Postprofessional Doctor of Physical Therapy Program supervises the implementation of the curriculum, manages student recruitment and retention, oversees operations, and supports the Physical Therapy Department's strategic initiatives. The position requires a dedicated and innovative individual to lead and manage all aspects of the academic unit, including faculty, staff, students, the program budget, and daily operations. This position works collaboratively with the Department Chair, other directors, and administrative staff to develop and implement strategic plans and efficient operations for the program, represent the department in the community, and engage in school- and university-wide leadership activities. This is a full-time position with salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Requirements

Master's or doctoral degree in teaching/education or physical therapy or other related field
Curriculum planning and assessment
Recruitment and marketing strategies
Budget planning, tracking and reporting
Professional communication/interpersonal skills and conflict management
Strong skills in learning theories, adult learning principles, instructional technology (LMS, authoring tools, multimedia)
Leadership
Project management and program assessment
3–5 years of experience in a university or academic setting required.
Experience with program coordination, recruitment, marketing, and faculty/staff and student support.
Organizational and project management skills.
Budget tracking and fiscal responsibility.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of university policies and academic operations.
Ability to collaborate across departments and external organizations.
Proficiency with office software, course management, and social media platforms.
Professional communication and approachable demeanor
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Team-oriented with collaborative mindset
Ability to travel and represent the university
Treats others with dignity and respect

Responsibilities

In collaboration with the Instructional Designer and PT content experts, oversee curriculum development and delivery to ensure quality learning experiences for students
In collaboration with the Instructional Designer, support consistent course design, curricular updates, effective assessment of student learning and course assessment, including teaching orientation course modules for students and for faculty
Responsible for overseeing program curriculum and operations to ensure implementation of strategic plans and attainment of projected outcomes
Coordination and management of the daily operations of the program
Direct and indirect supervisory responsibility for program faculty and staff, including recruiting, hiring/terminating personnel, adjunct faculty scheduling, delegation of duties to administrative assistant (personnel allocation), conducting personnel evaluations, and faculty/staff development activities
Oversee and support program marketing, including attending recruitment events and coordinating marketing outreach
Oversee the development of university partnerships, including BSPT and MPT programs and FACTS.
Oversee the program's graduation events, including graduation meeting/luncheon and faculty development.
Recruiting, guiding, and advising students enrolled in the online postprofessional DPT program, including conducting and analyzing student/graduate exit interviews and surveys
Overseeing the admissions process for the program, tracking applications, and supporting admissions review and academic degree plans.
Identification, justification, and allocation of resources and budgetary needs (budget development and monitoring)
Ensuring programmatic compliance with university accreditation standards, assisting with accreditation reporting and compliance documentation
Ensuring programmatic compliance with institutional policies and procedures
Collaborating with administration and other university departments/programs/service areas
Participate in departmental, school, and university service and leadership through committees and events.
Provides programmatic oversight of the online Postprofessional DPT Program.
Ensure operational efficiency and promote a strong academic reputation
In collaboration with the Instructional Designer and PT content experts, programmatic and curricular leadership and oversight, including overseeing the curriculum development, currency of course content, and ongoing improvement in course design and implementation
Ensuring quality learning experiences for students and ensuring appropriate assessment of student performance
Collaboration with support divisions across the university to optimize student recruitment and admissions (e.g., conference exhibit booths for recruitment, virtual open houses, program marketing, follow-up with leads, and application reviews)
Responsible for conflict management and disciplinary actions for faculty, staff, and students within the program
Facilitating faculty development activities related to the program.
Oversight of programmatic and departmental documents and literature (e.g., accreditation and education effectiveness/annual reports, program handbooks, program curriculum guides, catalog sections pertaining to the program, program website pages, program brochures and flyers)
Participation in and support of university events (e.g., graduation ceremony and luncheon, community relations and events)
Leadership and participation in events, such as programmatic orientations
Service to the university and the school through committees and task force participation as a program director
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein, as delegated by the Chair.