Education administration Jobs in Jackson, MS

Job Title :

Chair, Health, Physical Education and Recreation (HPER)

FLSA Status : Exempt

Posted Salary Range :

Commensurate with Experience

Employment Status : Full Time

Department :

School of Education & Psychology

Job Summary :

The incumbent is responsible for the general oversight of the

Department of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, including

undergraduate and graduate degree programs, administration and

budgets and personnel, recruitment and retention, strategic planning,

and establishment / maintenance of productive professional

relationships to effectively achieve the goals and objectives of the

Department.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities :

In-depth knowledge of Health, Physical Education and Recreation

Knowledge of trends and best practices in higher education related to

HPER

Demonstrated integrity

Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal

Strong time management skills

Passion for teaching and engaging with students

Skilled in mentoring students

Ability to professionally provide leadership and handle complex issues

Ability to work well with colleagues and foster a collegial environment

conducive to teamwork and students’ high level of learning

Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with stakeholders

Demonstrated grantsmanship ability

Essential Job Functions :

• Provides essential leadership to develop and enhance undergraduate

and graduate instructional programs, in concert with program faculty

assignments for optimal distribution of faculty time between teaching,

research and extension, while ensuring students graduate within the

time allotted for the degree.

ensure graduating students are nationally and globally competitive

strategies in collaboration with faculty and staff, Dean and others.

professional associations Teaches at least one (1) course per

semester in field of expertise.

including institutional effectiveness for accreditation

Qualifications :

Doctor of Philosophy in an HPER Discipline or other related field of study

Five (5) years’ teaching experience at the college or university level

Teaching and research qualifying incumbent for at least the rank of Associate

Professor in the Area of Specialization

Experience planning, coordinating, implementing and evaluating teaching

and research HPER-related programs at the university level

Licensing and Certifications :

Preferred, if applicable, but not required

Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas :

Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds :

Occasionally

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds :

Occasionally

Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds :

Not Required

Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds :

Not Required

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds :

Not Required

Travel : Occasionally

Extended Work Hours :

Occasionally

Number of Vacancies :

Location :

Lorman

Open Date : 05 / 15 / 2024

Open Until Filled : EEO Statement :

Alcorn State University

Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination

Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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