English Department Chairperson

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, Arkansas, US
Base: $75,000 - $90,000; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Manage departmental budgets
Encourage faculty research
Assess student achievement
The Chairperson will schedule courses, manage budgets, conduct meetings, encourage faculty research, assess student and faculty performance, and mediate student concerns

Job Summary

  • The Chairperson will schedule courses, manage budgets, conduct meetings, encourage faculty research, assess student and faculty performance, and mediate student concerns.
  • Responsibilities include ensuring quality academic advising, providing leadership in student recruitment and retention, and assisting with accreditation efforts.
  • The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU committed to providing a high-quality, affordable education with a personal touch.

Matching Summary

The Chairperson will schedule courses, manage budgets, conduct meetings, encourage faculty research, assess student and faculty performance, and mediate student concerns.

Salary

Base: $75,000 - $90,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manage departmental budgets
  • Encourage faculty research
  • Assess student achievement
  • Provide leadership in recruitment
  • Teach courses
  • Demonstrate sensitivity to diversity

Nice-to-have

  • Commitment to excellence in teaching
  • Personal concern for advising
  • Strong interpersonal skills

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in English
  • Five years teaching experience
  • Evidence of research and publication
  • Ability to manage classes and budgets

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter