Associate Department Head and Assistant/Associate Professor

Location

Cumming

Department Information

The College of Health & Wellness is dedicated to promoting a culture of creativity and innovation in health education. We deliver high-impact programs that address the evolving needs of our region, community stakeholders, and healthcare partners. Through academic excellence, clinical experiences, and service-learning, our students are empowered by highly regarded faculty who are recognized for their expertise and leadership.

Job Summary

The Department of Counseling is currently searching for a 12-month faculty position to serve as the Associate Department Head and perform a variety of administrative duties in support of the day-to-day operations of the department the Master of Science in Counseling program. The Associate Department Head will be a direct support to the Department Head and will serve as the CACREP liaison for the Master of Counseling program. The Associate Department Head will maintain a reduced course load within the Department of Counseling.

Responsibilities

• Department Leadership
  • Assisting the department head with administrative tasks, such as scheduling, budgeting, and policy implementation, coordinating departmental meetings, preparation and submission of departmental reports and documentation.
  • Ensuring that the counseling department complies with all relevant regulations, institutional policies, and accreditation standards.
  • Make recommendations regarding department programs, policies, procedures, and practices.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of the department's strategic plan. Collaborate with faculty and staff to identify and pursue funding opportunities.
• Department Curriculum
  • Support curriculum development and review processes. Assist in the assessment and enhancement of academic programs.
  • Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of curriculum and student success services and programs, using data to make informed decisions and improvements.
• Department Operations
  • Assist in clinical placement processes, including site development/approval, placement coordination, supervisor qualifications, required documentation, and alignment with CACREP, university, and program requirements.
  • Working with other departments, faculty, and external partners to coordinate services and support for students or clients.
• Budgeting
  • Assist in the development and management of the departmental budget. Oversee the allocation and utilization of departmental resources.
• Personnel
  • Assisting in overseeing the work of faculty, administrative support staff, and graduate assistants, providing guidance, and ensuring adherence to best practices and ethical standards.
  • Participate in faculty recruitment, orientation, and evaluation processes. Provide guidance and support to faculty members in their teaching, research, and service activities. Facilitate professional development opportunities for faculty and staff.
• Students
  • Assist in student recruitment, advising, and retention efforts. Address student concerns and provide support for academic development. Oversee student organizations and activities related to the department.
• Faculty Responsibilities
  • Undertake teaching, research, scholarly activities as appropriate to the department's mission, and as allowed by the duties entailed in department leadership.
  • Participate and assist department faculty in university and community service activities as appropriate.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Requires a general knowledge of the department's functional areas.
• Must have excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with staff, faculty, students, and community partners.
• Ability to oversee accreditation processes and clinical education.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision
• Ability to be appointed at the rank of associate professor or higher in a discipline within the department.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years' teaching experience in a CACREP accredited Counseling Program.
• Ability to be licensed in the state of Georgia.
• Must have knowledge of CACREP standards, and the ability to monitor the maintenance of CACREP standards.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, and Transcripts
• Contact information for three professional references

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

No job description available

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position has financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.
This position does not require security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education

Special Applicant Instructions

• If you received any graduate degrees from an institution outside the United States, you must provide a foreign course-by-course credential evaluation by an independent evaluation service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES). Find a full list of NACES members at http://www.naces.org