Department Head, Computer Science

University of Arkansas Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Base: $120,000; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
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Academic leadership
Faculty management
Program development
** The University of Arkansas Fort Smith is seeking a Department Head for its Computer Science department, aimed at leading academic programs, faculty management, and engagement with industry. The ideal candidate should possess a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field, significant leadership experience, and a strong commitment to student success. **

Job Summary

  • The Department Head serves as the primary administrator and leader for the academic unit and reports to the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.
  • Administrative duties include managing full-time and part-time faculty, academic program development and growth, program evaluation and assessment, and collaboration across the university and with industry leaders.
  • The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs.

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** The University of Arkansas Fort Smith is seeking a Department Head for its Computer Science department, aimed at leading academic programs, faculty management, and engagement with industry. The ideal candidate should possess a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field, significant leadership experience, and a strong commitment to student success. **

Salary

Base: $120,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: University contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers, 12 holidays, immediate leave accrual, choice of retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • academic leadership
  • faculty management
  • program development
  • curriculum creation
  • scholarly activities
  • technology in classroom

Nice-to-have

  • fostering teamwork and collegiality
  • engaging with external stakeholders
  • commitment to first-generation learners

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Computer Science or related discipline
  • Three years of academic or professional leadership experience
  • Scholarly record commensurate with full professor
  • Experience with distance learning delivery
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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