English Department Chairperson

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, Arkansas, US
$75,000 - $90,000 py
**
Manage departmental budgets
Encourage faculty research
Assess student achievement
** The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff seeks an English Department Chairperson to lead and manage the department, oversee academic programs, encourage faculty research, and ensure student success. The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D., extensive teaching experience, and strong leadership abilities. The position offers a competitive salary range of $75,000 - $90,000 and a supportive academic environment. **

Job Summary

  • The Chairperson will schedule courses, manage budgets, conduct meetings, encourage faculty research, and assess student and faculty performance.
  • Responsibilities include mediating student concerns, ensuring quality academic advising, and providing leadership in student recruitment and retention.
  • The role requires a Ph.D. in English, American or Comparative Literature, with at least five years of teaching experience in higher education.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff seeks an English Department Chairperson to lead and manage the department, oversee academic programs, encourage faculty research, and ensure student success. The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D., extensive teaching experience, and strong leadership abilities. The position offers a competitive salary range of $75,000 - $90,000 and a supportive academic environment. **

Salary

$75,000 - $90,000

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • manage departmental budgets
  • encourage faculty research
  • assess student achievement
  • provide leadership in student recruitment
  • teach courses during Fall and Spring semesters

Nice-to-have

  • sensitivity to diverse faculty and student body
  • articulate university policy and departmental visions

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in English, American or Comparative Literature
  • Five years teaching experience in higher education
  • Evidence of research, publication, and scholarly activities
  • Commitment to excellence in teaching and student success
  • Personal concern for quality academic advising
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to lead faculty and manage complaints
  • Ability to manage department classes and budgets
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter