Sunday, February 13, 2011

Program Director - College of Business (Online - Doctoral Programs) - South University Online

Program Director - College of Business (Online - Doctoral Programs)

Institution: South University Online
Location: Online/Remote
Category:
  • Faculty - Business - Business Administration
Posted: 01/18/2011
Type: Full Time
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Established in 1899, South University is a SACS (Level V) private academic institution dedicated to providing educational opportunities for the intellectual, social and professional development of a diverse student population. South University offers educational programs at the associate's, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels with eight campus locations and a thriving online community.

We are currently seeking seasoned educators with a passion for excellence to join the Department of Business - Program Director (Online - Doctoral Programs).

Job Summary

The Program Director for Business (Online - Doctoral Programs) is a member of the faculty (rank commensurate with education and experience) who also holds an administrative appointment related to managing an area of programmatic responsibility that may include a specific group of online courses, an online program, or multiple online programs as determined by the Department Chair and College Dean.

Responsibilities include: online classroom instruction, online program operations, assisting students with their goals of successful online program completion, and monitoring online Faculty Members (both Full-time and Adjunct) who support the mission of the University. The Program Director participates in the well being of his/her area of programmatic responsibility as it relates to education and helps to maintain/grow student enrollment and promote faculty involvement.

The Program Director also participates in activities that promote the stature of the Department and the College and abides by the mandates set by Education Management Corporation, the South University Board of Trustees, University Chancellor, System Vice President for Academic Affairs, College Dean, and Department Chair.

Key Job Elements

*Perform instructional duties as assigned as outlined in the Faculty job description and in accordance with the provisions of Faculty Supplement to the South University Employee Handbook, with a minimum teaching load of 2 courses (8 credits) and maximum teaching load of 3 courses (12 credits) per quarter. The standard teaching load for Program Directors is 3 courses (12 credits) per quarter and a reduction to 2 courses (8 credits) per quarter requires justification and approval by the pertinent Department Chair and Director of Online Instruction.

*Mentor and monitor online Faculty Members (both Full-time and Adjunct) according to the guidelines provided by the pertinent OHE Director of Online Instruction, Department Chair, or College Dean, and in accordance with the policies and procedures of South University.

*Evaluate and perform annual reviews of online Full-time Faculty Members in conjunction with the pertinent OHE Director of Online Instruction.

*Review annual performance appraisal of online Adjunct Faculty Members in conjunction with the pertinent OHE Director of Online Instruction.

*Interview and recommend applicants for online Full-time Faculty positions within the Department or College.

*Participate in new curriculum development and course revisions for the assigned area of programmatic responsibility.

*Develop training materials related to new curriculum development and course revisions for the assigned area of programmatic responsibility.

*Lead start/end of the session activities related to pre-session presentations, faculty course assignment reviews, final grades, etc. as requested by the pertinent OHE Director for Online Instruction.

*Evaluate transfer of credit escalations as requested by the Department Chair or College Dean.

*Evaluate and credential online Faculty Members (both Full-time and Adjunct) for instructional assignments as requested by the Department Chair or College Dean.

*Coordinate and support any required clinical, preceptorship, laboratory, internship/externship, and/or residency experience required within the assigned area of programmatic responsibility in accordance with all applicable accreditation criteria and state agency regulations as requested by the Department Chair or College Dean.

*Coordinate and/or participate in the development of policy revisions as requested by the Department Chair or College Dean.

*Support Department and College programs designed to increase student persistence and faculty involvement as outlined in the strategic plan.

*Act as a liaison between the online Faculty Members and the Department Chair or College Dean.

*Collaborate with other Program Directors within the College in activities such as student persistence, faculty scheduling, securing substitute faculty, faculty development, etc.

*Other responsibilities as determined by the Department Chair, College Dean, and the pertinent OHE Director for Online Instruction.

Reports To:
Department Chair or College Dean, with day-to-day management and administration of academic operations coordinated through the pertinent OHE Director of Online Instruction.

Directly Supervises:
Online Faculty Members (both Full-time and Adjunct)

Interacts With:
Inside contact encompasses the entire range of personnel. Outside contacts may include community and professional leaders as well as other educators.

Work Environment & Notice *

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office or school, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.

Notice
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Education Management Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive

Application Information

Contact: South University Online
Online App. Form: https://edmc.hua.hrsmart.com/ats/js_job_details.php?reqid=8714

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