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  • Chairperson, Education and Psychology (Tenure Track)
    School of Education & Psychology
    Alcorn State University

    The incumbent is responsible for the general oversight of the Department of Education and Psychology, including undergraduate and graduate degree programs, administration and budgets and personnel, recruitment and retention, strategic planning, and establishment/maintenance of productive professional relationships to effectively achieve the goals and objective of the Department.


     

















     
    Knowledge Skills and Abilities

     

    In-depth knowledge of Education and Psychology Disciplines
    Knowledge of trends and best practices in higher education related to business
    Demonstrated integrity
    Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
    Strong time management skills
    Passion for teaching and engaging with students
    Skilled in mentoring students
    Ability to professionally provide leadership and handle complex issues
    Ability to work well with colleagues and foster a collegial environment conducive to teamwork and students’ high level of learning
    Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with stakeholders
    Demonstrates grantsmanship ability 

     
     

    Essential Job Functions

     

    Provides essential leadership to develop and enhance undergraduate and graduate instructional programs, in concert with program faculty
    Develops and monitors the scheduling of courses and faculty teaching assignments for optimal distribution of faculty time between teaching, research and extension, while ensuring students graduate within the time allotted for the degree
    Works with the faculty to upgrade courses and curricula, as needed, to ensure graduating students are nationally and globally competitive
    Develops and implements effective student recruitment and retention strategies in collaboration with faculty and staff, Dean and others
    Serves as liaison with the private sector, government agencies, and professional associations Teaches at least one (1) course per semester in field of expertise
    Leads departmental planning, management and evaluation activities, including institutional effectiveness for accreditation


     
     

    Qualifications

     

    Education, Psychology, or related field of study from an accredited institution
    Five (5) years’ teaching experience at the college or university level
    Teaching and research qualifying incumbent for at least the rank of Associate Professor in the Area of Specialization
    Experience planning, coordinating, implementing and evaluating teaching and research business-related programs at the university level



 


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