Chair, Department of Leadership, Counseling, and Human Development

Job Summary

The College of Education at Florida Gulf Coast University seeks to hire a collaborative, innovative, service-oriented person to lead the Department Leadership, Counseling and Human Development. Reporting to the Dean of the College, the Department Chair will lead a faculty engaged in multi-faceted and varying instructional programs at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels in child and youth studies, educational leadership and school counseling.

Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty are expected to: be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; be committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; be committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; produce peer reviewed scholarship; and provide service to the College, University and Community. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region.

Job Description

Typical duties may include but are not limited to:

• Provide vision, leadership, motivation, and supervision to the department and its programs.
• Conduct personnel needs assessments and work with faculty to identify staffing needs, specialties, and expertise to ensure relevant and excellent curricula and instruction.
• Ensure accreditation compliance with all state and federal agencies relevant to each program area within the department.
• Foster a culture of research and scholarship, encouraging faculty to engage in creative, scholarly, and research activities.
• Evaluate and mentor faculty in areas of teaching, research, and service, providing guidance for professional growth.  Lead department and unit assessment and accreditation efforts.
• Lead faculty and staff recruitment efforts, conducting searches and ensuring compliance in the hiring process.
• Oversee curriculum development and program enhancement to ensure the department remains at the cutting edge of educational trends and technologies.
• Build and maintain external partnerships with local school districts, professional organizations, and community stakeholders to support program goals and student success.
• Encourage professional development by facilitating opportunities for faculty to attend conferences, workshops, and training programs.
• Oversee student recruitment and retention initiatives, collaborating with faculty to design programs that support student academic success, advising, and mentoring.
• Prepare and submit required internal and external reports, including accreditation documentation, faculty performance evaluations, and departmental reviews.
• Represent the department at college and university-wide committees, contributing to the development of university policies and initiatives.
• Teach assigned courses and adequately perform other duties/responsibilities as articulated on the annual assignment.
• Hold office hours.
• Attend departmental meetings.
• Adopt course materials in a timely manner.
• Adopt the university learning management system.
• Adopt other campus-wide technology platforms as appropriate to other specified job duties.
• Complete mandatory/required training in a timely manner.
• Abide by University Policies and Regulations.
• Participate in the evaluation process in accordance with the CBA and related documents.
• Participate in the assessment process as required by your respective department.
• Timely and professional communication with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators
• Engage in essential duties with the highest standards of integrity, responsibility, excellence, and within the accepted practices and norms of your respective field/profession.
• Prepare syllabi and instructional materials, develop and deliver lectures, tests, and evaluate students.
• Engages in reflective self-assessment of teaching styles and methods to ensure consistently effective instructional performance.
• Ensure the timely completion and reporting of student learning assessments.
• Continued professional development activity is expected at a level commensurate with rank and the mission of the University.
• Actively participate in community, institutional, and professional service in furtherance of FGCU's mission.
• Attends faculty and college meetings as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor
• Prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures that align with curriculum goals.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure curriculum outcomes and accreditation standards are met.
• Advise students and provide individual assistance to students during weekly office hours.