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VCU College of Health Professions · 2 months ago

Chair - Department of Health Administration

Richmond, VA

Contract

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$150K/yr - $275K/yr

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is a public research university located in downtown Richmond, Virginia, dedicated to serving the needs of students and patients. The Chair of the Department of Health Administration ensures the growth and quality of the Department’s programs, collaborating with the Dean’s Office and other Department Chairs to promote the mission of the College throughout the University and the healthcare industry.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Ensures the effective governance and management of the department in accordance with the procedures of the College of Health Professions and Virginia Commonwealth University

Ensures acquisition of funds and human resources to support Department’s programs and functions through justification of University funds and procurement of external support

Fosters alumni relationships to continue strength of alumni engagement and their important support of the department

Ensures efficient functioning and internal communications within the Department

Ensures the effective management and allocation of departmental resources

Ensures collaborative management of program planning and curriculum development with the entire department’s faculty

Ensures and maintains the quality and relevance of the educational programs

Ensures faculty development and accountability through establishment of a faculty development plan, providing opportunities for professional growth, and establishment of productivity measures and faculty evaluation criteria/norms

Develops and maintains an acceptable balance of faculty, teaching, research, and scholarly activities based on the resources of the department

Promotes student engagement and supports the innovative integration of technology in student learning

Ensures effective recruitment and advisement programs are established for prospective and current students

Qualification

PhDTerminal degreeAdministrative leadership experienceOrganizational managementBudgetingStrategic planningFaculty recruitmentDevelopmentCollaborative leadershipVision articulationCommitment to diversityFundraising experiencePartnership developmentCAHME accreditation familiarityCommunication skills

Required

A PhD or terminal degree from an accredited university in a health administration-related field

Eligible to hold the rank of either associate professor or full professor with a proven record of excellence in teaching, scholarly achievement, and service that meet VCU tenure requirements

Extensive administrative leadership experience in the healthcare industry, higher education, and/or public service

A commitment to ensuring the department maintains its national reputation for educating healthcare executives and health services researchers

Demonstration of successful collaborative leadership

Demonstrated organizational development and communication skills

Experience guiding organizational change and growth

An ability to define and articulate a compelling vision that engages faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni

Demonstrated experience in organizational management, including budgeting, strategic planning, and effective resource allocation

A strong dedication to collaboration and interprofessional development

Demonstrated experience in the recruitment, development, and retention of excellent faculty, staff, and students of various backgrounds

Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU