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Alvernia University · 2 months ago

Exercise Science Program Director

Reading, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

Alvernia University is a reputable institution founded by the Bernardine Sisters, dedicated to providing a transformative education. The Exercise Science Program Director will establish and lead a new program, ensuring it meets high academic and professional standards through curriculum development, faculty recruitment, and accreditation processes.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Promote Franciscan ideals and adherence to the Mission of the University as demonstrated by the University Ideal Characteristics. As we are an equal opportunity employer committed to Franciscan values, all employees share responsibility for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the performance of their roles while demonstrating: service orientation, respect for all, intellectual curiosity, solution focus and innovation, and mutual accountability

Development and submission of a comprehensive application and self-study for initial accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation of Exercise Science and the American College of Sports Medicine

Ensure the curriculum aligns with accreditation standards

Assure achievement of the program’s goals and outcomes

Foster strong community partnerships and develop internship placements

Be responsible for all aspects of the program, including the organization, administration, continuous review, planning, development, and general effectiveness of the program

Represent the Program as a member of the CHS Leadership Team

Provide supervision, administration, and coordination of the instructional staff in the academic and clinical phases of the educational program

Teach undergraduate courses in the Exercise Science program

Oversee and organize recruitment and retention efforts

Active involvement in scholarship and service to the University

Apply best practices to facilitate teaching and learning processes and principles with a commitment to continuous quality improvement

Document student learning, interpret outcomes, and record grades

Maintain accurate and appropriate student, instructor, course, and program documentation

Lead Programmatic Advisory Committee

Comply with all duties outlined in the University Faculty Handbook

Qualification

Terminal Degree in Exercise ScienceCurriculum DevelopmentAccreditation ExperienceUndergraduate Education ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadership Skills

Required

Commitment to the mission statement, core values, and goals of Alvernia University

Terminal Degree in Exercise Science or related field

Experience in curriculum development, revision, and evaluation

Experience in Undergraduate Education

Benefits

Robust Health Coverage: Choose from three offered medical plans, plus dental and vision.

Financial Security: Enjoy University-paid life/AD&D insurance and long-term disability, with options for short-term disability and supplemental coverage for you and your family (including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans). Flexible spending accounts are also available.

Exceptional Retirement: Start saving immediately with our 403(b) Retirement Plan. You'll get 100% immediate vesting, a University gift contribution, and a generous match up to 5% of your deferrals.

Time Off: Take advantage of 18 paid holidays each year.

Invest in Your Future: Enjoy tuition remission benefits for yourself and your dependents.

On-Campus Wellness: Benefit-eligible employees on our main campus receive free access to our Medical & Counseling Center.

Company

Alvernia University

Alvernia University is a school in Reading.

Founded in 1958

Reading, Pennsylvania, USA

51-200 employees

http://www.alvernia.edu/

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