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Academic Education Director

2 months ago


Chester, Cheshire, United Kingdom Widener University Full time
Director of the Center for Education

Widener University is seeking a visionary leader to serve as the Director of the Center for Education in the College of Health and Human Services. This 12-month position provides strategic leadership and management for all programs and personnel of the Center, while also serving as a Tenure-track faculty member.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide organizational leadership and vision for the unit, including faculty development, inter-disciplinary connections, and innovation in pedagogy.
  • Develop and implement strategic plans for the Center, working in partnership with graduate program directors, the Director of Teacher Education, and the Associate Dean/Dean.
  • Supervise the Director of the Widener Child Development Center and oversee the management and leadership of the WCDC.
  • Lead faculty and staff in the Center, engaging in the Performance Evaluation System with administrators and support staff.
  • Manage accreditation processes and compliance with the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
  • Mentor faculty development in scholarship, teaching, and service, and manage the Promotion, Tenure, and Academic Freedom process for tenure-track and non-tenure track education faculty.
  • Coordinate faculty, adjunct faculty, and support staff recruitment and search processes in the unit.
  • Collaborate with other academic departments to facilitate curriculum development, revision, and approval in the Center.
  • Manage and oversee the Center for Education and Widener Child Development Center budgets.
  • Develop and implement grant proposals to corporations, foundations, and government agencies, collaborating on research-based and community-based initiatives with faculty.
  • Cultivate external relations with relevant agencies, colleges, and universities, non-profit organizations, alumni, foundations, etc.
  • Collaborate with offices/departments such as Admissions, Registrar, Financial Aid, and others to provide an integrated experience for students.
  • Collaborate with Facilities Management on building needs.
  • Teach graduate courses on campus, online, or via hybrid formats in area of expertise, carrying a load similar to others holding faculty and administrative positions.
  • Demonstrate effectiveness in teaching and student assessment, using faculty development opportunities and teacher effectiveness tools to improve teaching.
  • Supervise students on special projects, practicum, and dissertations (including chair or member of committee).
  • Remain current in the academic discipline through continuing study, research, and/or participation in professional activities.
  • Engage in scholarly work related to area of interest on a regular basis and as required by expectations of the program and Center.
  • Participate in relevant service responsibilities as a member or chairperson of committees/task forces at the Center, School, and/or University level.
Requirements:
  • A terminal degree in Education or a related field.
  • Experience, qualifications, and record of teaching excellence and scholarship for faculty appointment at the Associate Professor rank.
  • Experience with higher education in recruitment and retention of students, curriculum development, and fiscal management of resources.
  • Experience in supervision and mentoring of higher education personnel and faculty.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Experience with curriculum development and assessment processes.
  • Strong record of research and publication in area(s) of expertise.
  • Demonstration of collaborative experiences with colleagues in their profession and workplace.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience leading a department or unit in an academic setting.
  • Record of demonstrated advocacy and leadership in education at the local, state, and/or national level.
  • Experience in accreditation and state compliance processes.
  • Supervisory experience of staff and faculty.
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Hours:
  • Ability to sit, stand, and move about the classroom and campus for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time.
  • May need to be available to students and/or faculty and other administrators via phone, email, or other means of communication nights and weekends.

Qualified candidates must submit a resume and cover letter for consideration. Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

Some positions may be eligible for a hybrid or remote work arrangement that may include a partially or fully remote work location, consistent with Widener's Flexible Work policy.

Widener University, an independent, metropolitan, doctoral-intensive university, connects curricula to social issues through civic engagement. Dynamic teaching, active scholarship, personal attention, and experiential learning are key components of the Widener Experience. Located in Chester, PA, Widener's main campus is nestled between Philadelphia, PA, and Wilmington, DE, with Law Schools located in both Harrisburg and Wilmington. For more information about the university, please visit our website.