Department Chair, Physician Assistant

The Department Chair is a faculty member of the College of Health Professions and serves as an academic leader for the program(s) within their assigned discipline for the South University system. The Chair reports to the Assistant/Associate College Dean and interfaces with campus academic personnel and/or the campus leadership for the efficient and effective delivery of their assigned programs. The Chair is responsible for fulfilling all duties in conformity with the policies and procedures of the University as well as those processes and mechanisms developed on the multiple campuses at which the program is offered and those identified for expansion.

What You Will Do

The Chair will conduct on-site/campus visits, supervise program directors and faculty, manage budgets, ensure compliance with accreditation regulations, and teach within 4 courses annually. They will also supervise and develop curricular innovation, implement professional development, and assist in the utilization and standardization of digital resources.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a terminal degree from a PA program accredited by ARC-PA, a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Program Director in PA Education, and a minimum of 3 years of full-time higher education experience. They will also have a minimum of 2 years of successful performance in a full-time university-level teaching role and prior management experience in higher education or in another organization within the PA discipline.

Requirements

• Earned terminal degree (Master’s level) from a PA program accredited by ARC-PA and regionally accredited university
• A minimum of 3 years of experience as a Program Director in PA Education
• A minimum of 3 years of full-time higher education experience
• A minimum of 2 years successful performance in a full-time university-level teaching role and prior management experience in higher education or in another organization within the PA discipline
• Current State licensure
• Practical experience in the discipline of the program with knowledge of current clinical best practices
• Teaching experience at the college level
• Experience with computerized administrative systems
• Ability to Travel up to 75% of time with at twice a month to multiple campuses and all future expansion sites
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret accreditation criteria, state agency regulations, and academic journals
• Ability to resolve inquiries and complaints from employees, students, regulatory agencies, or members of the academic or business community
• Ability to effectively present information to faculty, academic and campus leaders, corporate leaders, and public groups

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• FSA/HSA
• Tuition Assistant Program
• Long/Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K Match
• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays